Christmas craft gifts – ahead of the pack

In an attempt to be uber-organised this coming Christmas (with a toddler and a what will be 3 month old) – that should be an achievable goal, right? So I have thought of some frugal, alternative craft gifts for friends and family: Rosemary salt Rosemary and Parmesan biscuits Lavender pouches Tomato and oregano sauce The…

Smell and the fragrant kitchen

I think smell is one of the essential kitchen ingredients. It is so personal, so specific, so definite, it makes or breaks our taste buds. It is defined by seasons, mood and whether you’re in the moment. It can be the herbs you delicately shred into a meal, the sweet baked cake calling you from…

Cooking and using herbs (more…)

Here’s another great link to a website called ‘The Herb Garden’, which I’ve stumbled upon and goes into great detail about herbs and a suggested natural food partner in meals. Can’t beat thorough advice and suggestions. http://www.theherbgarden.ie/cookingwithherbs.htm