For the first time since becoming a parent 12 years ago, I'm officially an empty nester! Both of my kids shipped off to sleep away camp last week and I've been walking past their empty bedrooms with the deepest sense of longing. Now I know how my parents must've felt every summer. And, I was a lifer at camp, having gone away 9 straight summers. I still can't believe … [Read more...]
Red, White and Blueberry Whoopie Pies
July 4, 2014 By Leave a Comment
Happy 4th of July! It’s a day of celebration. And, what better way to get in the holiday spirit than to make some Red, White and Blueberry Whoopie Pies. For me, Whoopie Pies are remind me of my summers at camp in the back woods of Maine where Whoopies (or Moon Pies) are a celebrated beach treat. Two summer's ago I first attempted to make Mom’s Whoopie Pie recipe I found in her archives. It needed to be made entirely from scratch—from the cake-like exterior to the creamy interior (which used raw eggs). And, while they didn’t look … [Read more...]
July 4th Grill Tips &Tool Giveaway
July 2, 2014 By 2 Comments
Is there any holiday more synonymous with grilling than July 4th? Apparently 62% of Americans surveyed say they grill the most on this particular holiday.* However, many people find grilling a steak daunting. I did until I started experimenting on my own. Unfortunately, while a lot of propane burned, so did many of the meats I purchased. And, I'm not alone. Apparently 64% of people surveyed have burned their meal on the grill. For those who share similar grill fears and mishaps, I'm excited to spread the word about the LongHorn … [Read more...]
Making Jam: It’s Time
June 30, 2014 By Leave a Comment
Today's guest post comes from Jennie Burke. Jennie is a freelance writer, homemaker, wife and mother from Annapolis, MD. She's interested in real food and its role in human development. She also runs a fund that supports low-income young adults facing cancer. She loves being with friends and family, travel, enjoying the outdoors and eating! Knowing that Jennie is an avid canner and jam maker, I asked her to demystify the process. While I've made jam myself, it took me years to get up the courage to actually do it. It's a lot easier than it … [Read more...]
