I love hazelnuts but I don’t necessarily enjoy the process to remove their bitter skins.  It’s tedious and messy.  Imagine how excited I was when I happened upon hazelnuts all pristine and perfectly skinned.  I don’t consider myself a lazy … Continue reading →

What to do with an abundance of over-ripe bananas?  Well, make banana bread, of course.  I usually have a banana every morning for breakfast, but ever since my go round with the flu, they just haven’t sounded a”peel”ing to me. … Continue reading →

I realize that my recent posts could be interpreted as more complaining rather than explaining the reasons I have been so busy that posting is presenting a challenge,  but honestly, I really am enjoying all the hubbub of Holidays.  There are so … Continue reading →

During a trip last Fall to Pike’s Place Market in Seattle, I happened upon the Chukar Cherries stand and had a field day.  Like a kid in a candy store, I had a hard time choosing one variety over the … Continue reading →

Good Sunday morning to everyone.  Hope your Thanksgiving was wonderful, delicious, and celebrated with those you treasure most.  Mine certainly was.  It was a “food” busy few days, but all good.  Life doesn’t get any better than being with those … Continue reading →