Nail polish isn’t the first thing I would think to use when it comes to household crafts, but this super easy DIY way to make colorful, marbled looking mugs uses nail polish front and center! I had some mugs I picked up from a thrift store to upcycle into herb gardens, so this was the perfect thing to use! It is so simple and easy, the whole craft took under 20 minutes to complete. Continue reading
We’re headed into summer and fresh lettuce greens are in season! We got some incredible butter lettuce, arugula, spinach and mustard greens straight from the farm and they taste like small green pieces of happiness. I marinated some pork loin to go with them and added some asiago cheese and hazelnuts. The result was incredible. Continue reading
Yum! No breakfast is complete without buttery and flaky fresh biscuits. The trick to fluffy biscuits is to use sticky dough, so although you’ll want to add extra flour, resist the urge! Continue reading
I love archaeology, but I didn’t know my beagle did also! When I visited Wawawai Canyon Park recently, we stumbled across some ancient ruins left by Paleo-Indians on the Snake River.
After going for a nice walk around the water, we found a trail that led into the forest that looked more like a jungle than a patch of trees. In this location, there were massive trees with enormous leaves and an archaeological ruin! Continue reading
I’ve always been fascinated by other cultures since I’ve traveled a bunch and spent some brief times living in other countries. As an anthropologist, I also love to experience the arts, culture, foods, music, you name it about other countries and peoples. Globe In is one of the coolest subscription boxes I’ve seen since it sources from all over the globe, directly from the people who made the products. It’s “fair trade” at its finest. Continue reading
Recently, I transplanted a few extra strawberries from the field into pots so I could take them home and grow them on the balcony. I like to surround myself with as many different plants as possible at all times, and strawberries were something I wasn’t growing at home.
As I was carrying my new little seed starts up the steps into our apartment, I ran into a little girl who lives downstairs. As I passed, she commented on the strawberries saying that they were “pretty” and “nice”. Seeing her eyes widen as she examined the plants, I knew she was excited about them. Continue reading
When I watch the world wake up I sit back and sip tea in my pajamas. I’ve been up for hours, taking in the beauty of the morning while enjoying the peace and solitude. Early birds feel the same as night owls; their time alone brings peace while everyone else is asleep. Some of my best work is done before 8am ever hits. By 9, I already feel as if I am running late. Continue reading
Potatoes are my favorite food. I love experimenting with them to see how many different creations can be made from such a cheap and staple crop. These puffy and cheesy potato puffs are perfect for the potato enthusiast. Continue reading
CSA: Community Supported Agriculture
Community Supported Agriculture programs are available at many small farms to help connect the consumer with the grower. Buying locally, reducing transportation costs, eating healthier, supporting local businesses, and lower environmental impacts are all benefits of using CSA’s. Continue reading
If you’re looking for ways to preserve large amounts of cilantro while still staying true to the flavor, chutney is a great way to go. Perfect for dipping chips into, adding to enchiladas, or drizzled over Indian food, this cilantro chutney is fresh, bright and spicy! Continue reading
Aquaberry Bliss 