Eliot's Eats

Fairy Gardens

By Eliot, on May 30th, 2011

To grace our patio, I have made fairy gardens every summer for the past few years. I found a $15 dining chair at an architectural salvage store and created this one.We created a potting space by stapling and forming chicken wire to the seat and then lining it with sphagnum moss. I have planted everything . . . → Read More: Fairy Gardens

The Weekend is Here…more cooking on the patio

By Eliot, on May 28th, 2011

Grilled asparagus, potatoes, onions, and pork loin. . . . → Read More: The Weekend is Here…more cooking on the patio

There is always time for tea (but sometimes not much else).

By Eliot, on May 25th, 2011

My thoughts on “Lunch in Paris” by Elizabeth Bard, the latest Cook the Books club read. . . . → Read More: There is always time for tea (but sometimes not much else).

Another new cocktail for the weekend

By Eliot, on May 22nd, 2011

Lemons, Vodka, and a thirst is all you need. . . . → Read More: Another new cocktail for the weekend

BBQ Ribs and Spicy Baked Beans

By Eliot, on May 21st, 2011

A great accompaniment for your next BBQ: Spicy Baked Bean Recipe . . . → Read More: BBQ Ribs and Spicy Baked Beans

Family Iris

By Eliot, on May 13th, 2011

More family heirlooms passed down from mom’s and grandma’s garden. . . . → Read More: Family Iris

A Lagniappe: Take-out Queen, Radish Salad, Garden Update

By Eliot, on May 11th, 2011

A rant and recipe . . . → Read More: A Lagniappe: Take-out Queen, Radish Salad, Garden Update

Great-grandma’s rose

By Eliot, on April 28th, 2011

More heirloom plants passed down in the family. . . . → Read More: Great-grandma’s rose

Family heirlooms…plants from Grandma’s garden

By Eliot, on April 26th, 2011

A stroll around our yard reminds us of Grandma and the many plants she passed along to us. . . . → Read More: Family heirlooms…plants from Grandma’s garden

Happy Easter

By Eliot, on April 24th, 2011

Smoked Pork Roast and Sauteed Kale Recipes for Easter dinner. . . . → Read More: Happy Easter