The Golden Spud Awakening
It was a Sunday morning in the early 1980s, and I had swung by my dad’s house as I often did on the weekends. He was semi-retired by then, having …
fresh herbs
Taming Invasive Oregano Without Losing Your Garden or Your Sanity
Remember when you innocently planted that cute little oregano seedling, dreaming of fresh herbs for your pasta sauce? Fast forward to today, and you’re staring at what can only be …
Herby Green Goddess Dressing
I love Green Goddess dressing. It's my absolute favorite, and no matter how many other dressings I try, I always come back to it.
I first discovered Green Goddess at a …
Planting an Herb Garden: From Seed to Seasoning
Herb gardening is one of the most enjoyable and rewarding hobbies out there. Not only does it give you fresh herbs to cook with, but it also adds a splash …
Growing Edible Flowers and Herbs in Winter
I find that one of the most delightful secrets in gardening is edible flowers. Imagine that this Winter, while everything outside is gray, your windowsill is alive with color—bright marigolds, …
How to Transplant Herbs into Indoor Pots for the Winter
Nothing beats the taste of fresh herbs and you will never change my mind. And this year, my outdoor herb garden is a thing of beauty. ::brushes dust off of …
How to Create a Living Wall Herb Garden Inside Your Home
Every time I use fresh herbs in a recipe, I say out loud (sometimes to no one in particular), “It’s the fresh herbs that make this dish!” There’s no substitution. …
How to Grow Herbs For Tea in Your Kitchen
I love the feeling of my hands around a warm cup of herbal tea. I love the aroma, and I love the way a hot cup of tea reminds me …
Greek Tzatziki Herb Sauce
You know those sauces so good you find yourself looking for excuses to put them on everything? Tzatziki is THAT sauce for me. I've been known to stand in front …
The Devilishly Good Egg
Summer in California meant more than just long days, golden sunsets, and backyard feasts—it meant picnic season. And no picnic was complete without a proper spread of cold fried chicken, …
