Garden Update, Mid August, 2014 An update of my garden in early Mid, 2014, US hardiness zone 6a, New York State. It is time for my bi-weekly garden update! I like to keep track of what is/is not working in my backyard garden. This past week I harvest a few tomatoes and peppers. Hubby told … Read More about Garden Update, Mid August, 2014
Wine Tasting On Seneca Lake
Our Wine Tasting On Seneca Lake experiences! Seneca Lake is one of the Finger Lakes in the west-central section of New York State. The Finger Lakes Wine Country is home to almost 100 wineries, breweries, and distilleries centered around Keuka, Seneca, and Cayuga lakes. Wine Tasting On Seneca Lake When Hubby and I take Max … Read More about Wine Tasting On Seneca Lake
Max’s First Cornell Follow-up Visit
Max, our nearly-six-years-old Coton de Tulear was diagnosed with GME last month. I’ve written about his progress extensively, here and here and here. This is the original post where I detailed the trail to diagnoses and recovery. Mr. Max, Hubby and I returned to Cornell last week so Max could have a follow-up visit with … Read More about Max’s First Cornell Follow-up Visit
Stuffed Zucchini Recipe
Stuffed Zucchini By Ann Make the most of your fresh garden zucchini with this delicious stuffed zucchini recipe which can be served as either a side dish or a main dish. Prep Time: 30 minutes Cook Time: 75 minutes, divided Ingredients: ● 3 large Zucchini ● 2 TBSP Olive Oil ● 1 lb Ground Beef … Read More about Stuffed Zucchini Recipe
2014 CSA Share Week 11
This is the diary of our 2014 CSA share. The cost of our full share is $545 for 22 weeks (this CSA offers a winter share) which will bring us to the last week in October, and works out to $24.75 per week. Western New York weather is such that June is lightest CSA month. … Read More about 2014 CSA Share Week 11
Chocolate Rum Kiss
Chocolate Rum Kiss Cocktail Recipe By Ann A creamy, smooth and delicious rum cocktail featuring Captain Morgan White Rum. This Chocolate Rum Kiss Cocktail is a decadent drink that makes any occasion special. Prep Time: 5 minutes Ingredients: ● 1 oz Captain Morgan White Rum ● 1/2 oz White Chocolate Liqueur ● 1 oz Cream … Read More about Chocolate Rum Kiss
20 Fresh Peach Recipes
20 Fresh Peach Recipes Savor sweet, juicy peaches this summer these exceptional peach recipes. From cobblers to jams, butters and drinks, these 20 fresh peach recipes are a welcome addition to any meal. ● Brandied Peach Cobbler – The Kitchen Is My Playground ● Easy Peach Cobbler – Mama Buzz ● Easy Southern Peach Cobbler … Read More about 20 Fresh Peach Recipes
Installing a New Circular Banister
If you are wondering how complicated it is to replace an existing banister on a circular staircase, this is the post for you! This is what happened when we replace an existing, ugly, old fashioned staircase banister with an eye-catching wood statement banister. Installing a New Circular Banister Believe it or not, we are still … Read More about Installing a New Circular Banister
How To Harvest and Dry Basil
How To Harvest and Dry Basil Basil is a great herb to grow that can be harvested throughout the summer growing season. Here are step by step instructions to harvesting, and drying, basil. After an inauspicious beginning, my basil started to take off and really grow! Basil is an excellent herb to use in pasta, … Read More about How To Harvest and Dry Basil
Classic Texas Sheet Cake Recipe
This old-fashioned chocolate cake recipe is so simple to make! My Grandmother made this exact recipe for many an occasion when I was growing up. This classic, chocolate Texas sheet cake is moist, sweet and totally decadent. Classic Texas Sheet Cake Recipe This is an old, well known recipe. It is actually quite easy to … Read More about Classic Texas Sheet Cake Recipe