Full Gastronomic Tilt

photo credit to Jack-i and Flickr
One year ago today, I dipped my toe into the blogging waters. Part lark, part creative outlet, I originally titled this blog Saffron and Lavender. That name did not begin to hint at any aspect of my personality - mostly joyful, slightly unpredictable, and filled with energy to spare. [...]

Squash! Squash, squash, squash! Pumpkin, acorn, spaghetti, winter squash and kombucha! You can bake it, cook it, steam it, make it sweet or make it savory. Squash helps us survive the chilly fall and cold winter, reminding us that everything has a season (turn, turn, turn). And (surprise)…squash is healthy and packed with lots of [...]

Yes, superlative.
It peeves me when I see recipes labeled THE BEST because invariably I try them and…they aren’t THE BEST. Superlative sounds a little snooty, but I find it an easier descriptor to swallow than THE BEST. Damn good, mighty fine, scrumptious or amazing would also be acceptable. Anything but THE BEST.
So. Sometimes chocolate [...]

I’m preparing for a vacation to the Pacific Northwest and trying to use up as many ingredients in my fridge and cabinet as possible so I don’t come home to spoiled or stale food.  Happened to have three very ripe bananas on hand and half a bag of chocolate chips left over from last [...]