As promised—a watermelon cocktail

Celebrating (or mourning) the end of summer with Watermelon ‘Ritas. . . . → Read More: As promised—a watermelon cocktail

My Watermelon Salad

I finally broke down and picked a watermelon. Here is an interesting salad with watermelon, blue cheese, pancetta and basil. . . . → Read More: My Watermelon Salad

Surprise watermelon

DIY projects still taking up our time (and our living spaces). But, we actually have things growing in the garden! Enjoy this simple post with “borrowed” recipes. . . . → Read More: Surprise watermelon

Sangria Again?

After a day of remodeling and DIY projects, I threw together an improvised sangria for much needed patio time. . . . → Read More: Sangria Again?

Eating Weeds

With no rain and excessive heat, our garden production is nil. We have resorted to eating weeds. Have you harvested any purslane lately? . . . → Read More: Eating Weeds

Reading, Writing, and Cooking (just a bit)

I made bread without a mixer! Another recipe from the lake: Tuscan Flatbread from “A Thousand Days in Tuscany.” . . . → Read More: Reading, Writing, and Cooking (just a bit)

Livin’ Large at the Lake.

Some more musings on lake life and a super simple sandwich recipe: Turkey Hummus Wraps. . . . → Read More: Livin’ Large at the Lake.

My final “Best Burger” installment (at least for now)

“Poblanocado” Burgers with Jicama-Radish Salad and Lime-Chipotle Vinaigrette. This was my best hope for winning in 2009! Foiled again! . . . → Read More: My final “Best Burger” installment (at least for now)

Another Best Burger Recipe

Another recipe that didn’t win…but, it sure is tasty: Brat Burgers with “Dunkelized” Onions . . . → Read More: Another Best Burger Recipe

Best Burger Contests

OCD—I am a recovering food contest fanatic. . . . → Read More: Best Burger Contests