by Eva Marie | Mar 25, 2016
I woke up in the middle of the night to the sound of electronics switching back on and booting up. Lights that had been left on when the power went out were suddenly shining bright into my sleepy eyes. The storm of heavy wet snow had knocked out our electricity for...
by Eva Marie | Mar 21, 2016
It happens every spring, so we weren’t the least surprised when our warm seventy-degree days turned and began dropping big fluffy snowflakes on us. It means more time on the slopes and much-needed moisture, ensuring us a beautiful verdant season. With the change...
by Eva Marie | Mar 11, 2016 |
Two things I love and could eat all day long? Roasted vegetables and avocados. Growing up in California as I did, avocados were a staple ingredient in our home. My mother would cut them in half, sprinkle them with a little salt and vinegar and then hand them over to...
by Eva Marie | Mar 1, 2016 |
Rustic and provincial dishes are very appealing to me. I enjoy the rough edges and textures. This tomato soup has all the right elements; smooth, with bits of chunky vegetables and cheese covered croutons to soak up some of the delicious bisque. I can imagine being...
by Eva Marie | Mar 1, 2016
Someone recently asked me what I do with all of the food I make – surely, I’m not eating pounds of pancakes and cinnamon buns, am I? Some of the goodies go to bake sales benefiting various nonprofits, I often bake items ahead of time and freeze them when...
by Eva Marie | Feb 1, 2016 |
So it’s true, yesterday I was in my pjs so late in the day that after I finally showered, I wasn’t sure if I should just get back into my jammies or get dressed (I decided to get dressed). This morning I woke up to the beautiful sight of big fluffy...