Chef Dilemma Hello August! This month is always a whir for me because we are neck deep in private dinner bookings. To be honest we don’t eat very well when we are “booked and busy“. There’s been lots of take out and too many sandwiches, I’m embarrassed to say. (Although, I do love a sandwich.) When we do come up…
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Hello old friends! I simply cannot believe July has come to an end already. Lots of things have been happening lately and we’ve been busy with private chef work as usual in then summer. Last Sunday we took a much needed pause during the heat wave to slow down and celebrate the summer produce coming into season in our garden…
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Thank you Rio Luña Organic Peppers for sponsoring this post! Summer is just heating up here and the island is getting ready for its annual 4th of July festivities. Nantucket swells with summer visitors this week all ready to relax and enjoy our famous beaches, the annual fire department water fight on Main Street and an amazing seaside fireworks display…
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This post is sponsored by the National Peanut Board. I received compensation, but all opinions and content are my own. Summer Classic S’mores are the quintessential and obligatory summertime treat. Ooey toasted marshmallow with melted chocolate sandwiched between crunchy graham crackers evokes all of the summer feels from backyard bbqs, long, sun-filled days at the lake or beach and late…
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This post is sponsored by the National Peanut Board. I received compensation, but all opinions and content are my own. Team Waffles Are you team pancakes or waffles? You know I love both, but there is something extra special about pulling out the waffle iron on weekend mornings and making crispy fluffy waffles one at a time. I love how…
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I bought more rhubarb last week, because… Rhubarb, duh. May is basically rhubarb month in my kitchen. What better way to use this amazing spring vegetable than tucked into a flaky pastry crust with strawberries and almond frangipane??? Sounds good, right? Yes, you want to get on board this rhubarb train, woooo woooo. scroll for recipe… Frangipane I’ve been wanting…
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“The world’s favorite season is the spring. All things seem possible in May.” – Edwin Way Teale You guys, it’s MAY!!!!!! May and September are tied for my favorite months on Nantucket. Spring really starts to pop on the island in May. The trees are just blooming and violets and other flowers start popping up through the mossy green grass….
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Thank you AJ Madison and Bluestar for sponsoring this post! Learn more about customizing your dream Bluestar RNB Series range through AJ Madison. Risotto is one of those comforting dishes that I absolutely love. Warm creamy, porridge-like, silky smooth rice with seasonal veggies is a dish that gets me every time. I recently made this beautiful spring vegan risotto on…
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Thank you Samsung for sponsoring this post! Read more about my affiliate and sponsorship policy here. When we started our kitchen remodel last fall I knew I wanted simple, quiet and super functional ENERGY STAR® rated appliances. I searched high and low for a large capacity refrigerator without a drinking water tap and found this minimally designed 36 Inch French…
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Thank you Rio Luna Organic Peppers for sponsoring this post. Rio Luna Organic Peppers are certified organic, non-GMO, fat free, cholesterol free, low calorie and Kosher. For flavorful and spicy recipe ideas follow Rio Luna on Facebook and Instagram. Cinco de Mayo celebrations are days away and if you partake in celebrating Mexican culture and history on this day I’ve…
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Thank you AJ Madison and Bluestar Cooking for sponsoring this post! Learn more about customizing your own Bluestar RNB series range from AJ Madison. It finally feels like spring has arrived here on Nantucket. A perfect excuse to make a spring carrot cake. (Like I needed an excuse.) Carrot cake has always been a favorite in our house. I mean,…
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Oh my gosh, you guys have been so patient for this one, thank you. I’m so happy to finally share my vegan sourdough danish recipe with you today! These sweet fruit preserve filled pastries are the perfect treat for Easter. Feed your sourdough starter now to make this versatile dough ahead of time and then shape, fill and bake on…
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