Monthly Archives: September 2009
Pinwheel Birthday Party
Our darling daughter, Isla, turned one last week and I knew I wanted to do something special for her first birthday party. Our neighbor has pinwheels in his yard and she loves to watch them spin around, so I decided … Continue reading
Laundry on the Cheap
In “these tough times” I’ve been looking into any household option that saves money. So a few weeks ago when my aunt-in-law mentioned that she makes her own laundry detergent I begged her for details. As it turns out, making … Continue reading
Filed under DIY
Old, New, Borrowed, Blue
These days, it seems there is always a wedding related activity to attend. So for any of you bridesmaids, mothers of the bride, Maids of Honor or friend or family member that will be in charge of throwing such an … Continue reading
Tomato and Fresh Mozzarella Panini
It is just about the end of tomato season and the last of my tomatoes have all decided to ripened at the same time. This has, of course, caused my family to go on a week long tomato eating binge … Continue reading
Filed under Cook, Garden, Quick & Easy
Hunters & Gatherers
My husband hunts. I gather. We always say that if we lived in ancient times, we’d be set. As much as I’d like to have a large, lush backyard garden the reality is that my urban backyard is about the … Continue reading
Filed under Fab Finds
Caramel Apple Pie IN la mode
When fall comes around, there is no reason to abandon one of the best things about summer…ice cream! Instead of meeting up for a cocktail, my girlfriends and I love to gossip with a good dish of our favorite flavor. … Continue reading
Apple Tart
I love everything about fall; the leaves changing color, the beginning of football season, rediscovering my boots that I have missed so much. But most of all, I love fall cooking. I can’t get enough of soups, stews and chili … Continue reading
A Slice of Garden? Yes, Please!
Zucchini can be a crazy little plant. Last week, after zucchini pasta, zucchini quiche and eight loaves of zucchini bread, I found myself wracking my brain for ways to use the unending pile of squash sitting on my counter. Desperately … Continue reading
Welcome to Haute Apple Pie!
Apple pie isn’t just from grandma anymore. And no need to drink it with milk! Why not pair it with a nice glass of Pinot Noir? The three girls of Haute Apple Pie look forward to bringing you our take … Continue reading
Filed under Fab Finds
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