Why? Because you can! And pickle, and jam, or otherwise celebrate the resurgence of the domestic arts our forebears held so dear. Put on your best apron and step into our kitchen, won't you?
It is elderflower season here in Northern California, and this is always the first thing I do with the aromatic flowers. Add a little of this syrup to seltzer (or vodka) and you have yourself a fancy drink...
