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Because of a good harvest this year, I thought why not root grapevine cuttings. Every year in the fall I cut back the grapevines to encourage healthy growth and to control its size. This is best to do after harvest and the leaves start dying out. To root the cuttings, I decided to try 2 different methods. If one fails,…
Continue readingThis cranberry orange biscotti is one of my favorite snacks with coffee or tea. As you know we all have those times when life gets hectic, and we just need to sit and take a break. The holiday season definitely makes us even busier. Biscotti is a traditional cookie from Italy and is usually made with almonds, zest of an…
Continue readingThis skillet pork chops and apples is one of my favorite fall recipes. Since apples are in season in the fall, why not? It’s a perfect match if you ask me. An iron skillet is perfect for this and everything cooks in one pan. Another good thing, right? You can also use a stainless steel skillet or pan if that’s…
Continue readingTo celebrate what’s in season this fall, this recipe for Cumin Roasted Butternut Squash is the one to make. It is so simple and easy but very impressive presentation-wise. What I love about is it has all the flavors of fall from walnuts, pomegranate and butternut squash. I actually had tried cumin before on roasting carrots and it turned out…
Continue readingAs I walk through the garden this autumn season I thought it’s a good time to share my garden updates. We all know that when we plant something we hope for the best. However, not all plants grow successfully from seeds, cuttings or division. Certainly there will be successes as well as failures. Tall Avocado You may remember how I…
Continue readingThis simple recipe for stewed squash and green beans brings back childhood memories for me. It is inspired by a Filipino vegetable stew called “pinakbet” which uses squash, eggplant, tomatoes, okra, long beans and bitter melon. Since all of these vegetables are not readily available, I’ve decided to use what I have. So for this dish I use butternut squash…
Continue readingTo celebrate the season this Halloween Spooky Candy Bark is a fun treat to make for kids (and adults). You know how we all have so much candy for Halloween? Well, this is the best way to use them up. The key to making this candy bark is to be creative in using whatever candy you like. Some of the…
Continue readingHands down this spiced pumpkin walnut cake is one of my favorite ways to use pumpkin in the fall. Everywhere I bring this fantastic cake people love it. Once the air gets nippy outside and the leaves start falling, I tend to crave for this cake. So good with tea or coffee! Creamy pumpkin puree in the cake batter makes…
Continue readingAlthough it’s a lot of work raking leaves this season, you can save and reuse fall leaves in different ways. So don’t throw them away in the trash bin! Here are a few ways you can reuse them around the house and garden…. Make a wreath – Colorful fall leaves from maple, birch, oak, gingko, aspen, poplar and birch are…
Continue readingMaking a simple charcuterie board to serve your guests is quite easy if you keep it simple. Find a few items in your local market or grocery store and put them together on a platter. This eye-catching appetizer will greet your guests with its tempting array of cheeses, cold cuts, fruit and crackers. For a lovely presentation, use a pretty…
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