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?
Making ginger beer at home is fun and easy, but can also be mystifying. If you're trying your hand at the project for the first time, you've probably got questions. I address them in this post.
I’ve planted seeds directly in the garden, but never really started seeds indoors. After a humbling discussion with my community garden neighbor “Oh I start all my plants from seed,” he said. “Don’t you?” It was high time I started seeds myself.
Make this jam with a pressure cooker plus two ingredients. It's dark, tangy, sweet and intoxicatingly floral. These are strawberries in a classic little black dress, not sequins and feather boas.
Perfect for square foot gardeners or those growing food in small spaces - a tall, sturdy trellis that's quick and easy to put together and is easy on the eyes. It's a harp for the garden! Just wait until the peas start climbing up its strings!
Gutter gardens are a popular way to grow food in a small space. I started with strawberries, but I’m already planning to install more for leafy greens. If it’s a plant with a shallow root system, gutters are the perfect fit!
You don't need to buy (and store!) a bulky food dehydrator. These simple techniques will help you make the most of oven drying fruits, vegetables, meat, and fish - no special equipment required.
