Lavender essence is an elegant and unexpected addition to many traditional recipes. I use this to enhance cocktails, desserts, and to make simple syrup. Be sure to use only organic, culinary grade lavender buds. Lavender Essence 1 cup organic culinary grade lavender flowers 2 cups water Bring water to boil, and add the lavender buds. …
Summer is here, and with it comes the Fourth of July. This is a favorite holiday on our block. We’re super lucky to live on a street with awesome neighbors; together, we all have nearly thirty children! For the holiday, the families all gather right out in the street. We pull out our shade canopies, barbecues, and …
Perhaps you’ve seen these technicolor dream roses in the floral section at your supermarket; or maybe you’ve been the lucky recipient of these beauties. Maybe this is the first time you’ve seen one; in which case, I’m delighted to introduce you to the Carnival Rose. Carnival Roses are stunning to look at; they boast so …