Author Archives: The Apiarist
Kale the Wonder Food!
Remember that plum tree I told you about in my backyard? Well, it has a lovely companion named Mr. Apple Tree who will be joining us for today’s recipe. I’m not sure what type of apples they are, but they are quite … Continue reading
Plum Crumble (Plumble!)
I’ve never met a crumble that I don’t like, so when Joe and I moved into our house and discovered a plum tree in our backyard, I knew I’d struck crumble gold. “Let’s get ready to plumble!,” said the miniature baker … Continue reading
Granola Peace Offering + Updates
Well, this is embarrassing. Has it really been three months since I last said hello? While I feel pickled eggs are a pretty cool culinary creation, I do apologize for leaving you with such an aggressively aubergine placeholder as opposed … Continue reading
Pickled Eggs and Beets
I hope after reading the blog title and seeing the lead photo not everyone has clicked away in horror! These eggs may look…unconventional, but I promise you they are super tasty, and your bravery will be rewarded if you give … Continue reading
Chilled Garlic and Almond Soup
I eat often and enthusiastically, so when I come across a completely new flavor, I get nerdily excited, and must discover the source of my culinary conundrum. I get even more excited when I find out it’s something super-simple, and … Continue reading
Rhubarb Loaf
I love a loaf. There, I said it. They may be considered dumpy little things in some fancier circles, but I consider them to be the humble heroes of my limited baking repertoire. They are quick, hence the name quick … Continue reading
Buttermilk Potato Salad
Yes, Dear Readers, that is a purple potato. There are very few foods that are naturally blue or purple on the inside (nice try, eggplants), so to have the pleasure of eating something so aggressively hued it quite a treat. … Continue reading
Give Peas a Chance / Spring Pea Spread
Spring has sprung in our garden, and I couldn’t be more peased! Er…pleased. This is our first year attempting a vegetable garden, and despite some patchy looking kale, things are progressing quite nicely. My track record with house plants is … Continue reading
Roasted Tomato Pasta
Looking over my recent blog posts, I realize they have been a little dessert heavy. I don’t think anyone has really minded (especially not Joe) but I thought it was due time for something of the savory sort. The warm … Continue reading
Rhubarb Bars (Rhubars?)
First of all, thank you to everyone who came to the Crafty Wonderland Spring Show last weekend! I had such a great time and came away feeling very excited, inspired…and a little tired! I had been doing a lot of … Continue reading
