WHYs Up!

On October 18, 2010 · 2 Comments · In neighborhoods, perspectives

I came across this blog post today (Rockridge: Food by Olivia, Juven, Vanessa, and Jackie) while working on some freelance work for the NWP, and I encourage everyone to read it. It was created by a group of East [...]

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Lemons

On October 13, 2010 · 10 Comments · In fruit & veggies

We have a Meyer lemon tree out back. It looks more like a bush, lopsided and squat, leaning off the shady edge of our raised patio. You wouldn’t notice the lemons at first; their small green shapes disappear behind the shiny leaves. But if you squint a little, [...]

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Dinner Party: Pâte Brisée

On October 3, 2010 · Leave a Comment · In recipes

With access to so much local fresh fruit, I want to make a tart for every occasion. Last night I shared this fig frangipane tart with our guests. Tarts are easy desserts to create. In my opinion, the only trick is making a good crust. I have nothing against buying [...]

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Farm Fresh

On October 1, 2010 · 2 Comments · In fruit & veggies

I’ll admit that on Friday mornings when I hear that “thump” on the front porch, I launch out of bed like it’s Christmas.

The farm box is here!

I quickly empty the contents of our box onto the dining room table, then examine each item one-by-one, conjuring visions of the coming [...]

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