Foraging in nature’s pantry on Farm to Table, Field to Plate

Excitement has been building for quite some time as we move forward in to new territory. With two projects to bring what we do to both the reader and the viewer, one of my "babies", Farm to Table, Field to Plate, has finally matured. Partnering with Captain Kelly Barnum, we are co-hosting a great new series, … Continue reading Foraging in nature’s pantry on Farm to Table, Field to Plate

Summers last hurrah; Labor Day grilling

Leaves are changing color, the morning air has taken a cool, crisp edge and the days are shortening.  Grills everywhere are going to get a workout as friends and family make this one last traveling vacation weekend of the year really count.  It's the annual "last hurrah" of summer. Whether you are providing the entire … Continue reading Summers last hurrah; Labor Day grilling

Delicious Ideas for Dad

Father's Day is around the corner and a friend of mine has asked for a few ideas for her dad's special day.  "Each year, she said with mild frustration, we do the same thing for him.  Grill steak, toss baked potatoes in the oven and my sister brings a pie.  Please help...." We sat and … Continue reading Delicious Ideas for Dad

Backyard Grilling; The Magic of Summer

We are back today and sharing the love of the grill.  Summertime is just around the corner and that means months of barbecue weather and we are collecting recipes! A cookout, barbecue, backyard party....whatever your best loved term for it is, is a fav of ours because of pre-prep time.  Most of the work is … Continue reading Backyard Grilling; The Magic of Summer

Let’s Get Outdoors; Grab n Go Picnic Desserts

Fresh air is calling and ideas have been bubbling and brewing in our heads as we search for the best "grab and go" desserts for your picnic. Canadian House & Home has a fabulous layered apple dessert that I absolutely adore. The ingredients list is basic and the flavors combine very well. Ricardo Larrivee's Apple … Continue reading Let’s Get Outdoors; Grab n Go Picnic Desserts

Picnic Sandwiches; The ultimate finger foods

Temps are getting warmer, days are stretching and we are heading outdoors!  Spring and summer picnics are a delightful way to keep trekking when we go outside.  Whether it's a trail hike, a simple walk along the river, bike ride or out on the front lawn, taking a few bites to eat along on your … Continue reading Picnic Sandwiches; The ultimate finger foods

Cooking outdoors; Grilled London Broil

The sun is making it's way back to out warm us and the outdoor decor is making it's way out of storage.   Grilling season is back in business.  Cleaning the grill is essential to the flavor of your foods and with a few simple tools and a bit of elbow grease you can have … Continue reading Cooking outdoors; Grilled London Broil

Smoked Salmon

by Celebrating Home with Karie Engels on Thursday, September 15, 2011 at 11:29am My Honey has the perpetual itch to fish and hunt ~ so when the news came "pinks are in!", this guy was on it.  This awesome man prepares himself well, heads out there and catches food, brings it home, cleans it, packages … Continue reading Smoked Salmon