We love this time of the year, and we especially love the spring vegetables that currently are in season. Here are a few of our favorites that can be found in the grocery store and farmers markets, all at seasonal pricing: Artichokes — Try grilling these beauties. Cut in half, lengthwise. Steam for 15 […]
Superfood Strawberry Strawberry season is upon us! From mid March through June 1st, sweet and succulent strawberries will be at their peak and plentiful in grocery stores, farmer’s markets and pick-your-own farms. Strawberries are not just another pretty face. They are considered a superfood, loaded with valuable health benefits. They are chock full […]
One Vinegar, Five Uses Spring has sprung! Flowers are blooming and trees are budding. And for many, the desire for braised meats and comfort food wanes making way for lighter, fresher and easy to prepare meals. With our desire to eat a little lighter and fresher, comes our desire to use our fruity and citrusy […]
Sodium is not the Enemy For years, we have been told more than once that sodium is a Human Enemy. The general population was consuming far more than the recommended amount of 2300 mg (for adults 50 and below) and 1500 mg for those over 50. It was widely believed that an excess of sodium […]
It’s All About the Single Ladies We have spent a lot of time talking up our fancy infused olive oils, but we thought it was time to introduce you properly to our single varietal extra virgin olive oils. Single varietal means just that… the oil is produced from one single variety of olive and […]
Many drink tea, hot and iced, as an alternative to coffee or soda. Types and flavors of teas are abundant from caffeinated black tea to herbal infused varieties. One type of tea that we particularly like is Rooibos. It originates from South Africa, and the name means “red bush” in African. The leaves, which […]
History of St. Patrick’s Day March 17 commemorates St. Patrick’s Day here and worldwide. Born in Roman Britain, Patrick was kidnapped at the age of 16 by Irish raiders and taken as a slave to Gaelic Ireland. While away, Patrick found God, and when he was able to return to the land of his birth, […]
In last week’s blog, we introduced you to Whodini Sisters Bloody Mary Potion, a locally made product. This week, we are featuring another fine product made here in Georgia, Verdant Kitchen. Products Using Georgia’s Own Ginger Farm Ginger root is a picky little root. The soil conditions and climate have to be just right […]
