Over the next 90-days, my family is going to give up the grocery stores in an effort to eat locally and sustainably. Can we get what we need to nourish ourselves from local, independent sources? I can’t wait to share our journey with you! Where Did This Crazy Idea Come From? Two years ago today, …
Picture this … You are walking down the sidewalk of your town’s main street. There is a butcher shop mid-block selling beautiful steaks, chops, and poultry. You walk in. The butcher greets you by name, asks how’s the family, and then the conversation goes to what are you looking for today. You trust this artisan, …
When I think barbecue, I think low & slow with plenty of smoke (usually from a hardwood like hickory or mesquite). Depending on where you are in the United States barbecue will mean something different to you. Ribs. Pulled Pork. Chicken. Brisket. Once a year, my husband & I host the Beer, Bourbon & BBQ …
Its National Doughnut Day! Now this is a holiday that I can get behind. I absolutely love doughnuts in all their fried dough glory. I’ll eat them plain, or coated in cinnamon sugar, or glazed, or chocolate glazed … I don’t think I’ve met a doughnut I don’t like. So its settled. We are …
Summer Reading – A Little Something for Everyone When you think about summer reading and your child, the goal should be to read for enjoyment more than anything else. Books can be at grade level, but there is absolutely nothing wrong with reading an “easy” book if your child enjoys it. Encourage your children to read anything …
