Three years ago we honeymooned in the Mediterranean. It was here where I become utterly obsessed with Baklava and Risotto. As we island hopped around Greece, I noticed a quick pattern in our eating habits. I would order Risotto, Scott would order a real Greek Salad. After we downed a glass (or two!) . . .
A Halloween Hedgehog
Olive's second Halloween was a hoot! She was definitely a fan the handfuls of candy she grabbed from the bowls, but she wasn't completely sure of the strange and scary people walking around the streets of our small town. I think Daddy was pretty excited about the big bag of candy we came home with - . . .
Masonry
I wear many different hats. Wife, Momma, Baker, Coach, Creator and Engineer. I think the last 'hat' is the one I worked the hardest to become. I am proud to say that I am a civil engineer. It was such a huge accomplishment when I finally received my Iron Ring alongside all my friends. . . .
Salted Cinnamon Candy Apples with Sunflower Seeds
Last year I made my first ever Candy Apple. I can probably count the number of candy apples I have had in my lifetime... It isn't many, but for some reason when I think of Halloween, I think of these! We made a dozen or so, and delivered them to all of Olive's little friends (the ones who had teeth . . .
A Child’s Book Review: Julia, Child
Okay. I have to admit that I totally purchased this book for myself and not Olive, but who could resist a quirky book that plays on the life of one of my butter-loving idols? This great book is not only a book about the joy of cooking, but the wonder of childhood, and, like the best cooking, is . . .
Pull Apart Cinnamon Apple Loaf
If you have been following me on Instagram, you will know that I have a place in my heart for a good loaf of bread, especially of the cinnamon persuasion. A few short weeks ago Olive and I went on an apple picking adventure, and ever since our kitchen has delightfully smelled of apples and cinnamon. . . .
