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Assortment of lavender wands with different colored ribbons.
Crafts, Gifts

Lavender Wands

Make these pretty lavender wands at home. Arrange some in a vase. Slip them into a drawer or hang them in your closet to keep the contents smelling fresh. They make great gifts or package decorations too…

A pitcher of Lavender Lemonade and two full glasses on an antique floral cloth.
Beverage

Lavender Lemonade

It is the surprise of the lavender that makes this lemonade particularly inviting. Lavender blossoms add a flavor note that is unique, and also quite refreshing. They also add an enchanting depth of color to this lovely Lavender Lemonade.

Whole Cherry Clafouti in serving dish on vintage cloth
Breakfast, Dessert

Cherry Clafouti

Clafouti. Don’t you love that word? It is pronounced klah – foo – tee. It is French, of course, a country-french dessert from the Limousin region made from fresh fruit, traditionally cherries, and a crepe-like batter. It is similar to a fruity pancake or a Dutch Baby though generally less […]

Main Dish, Salad

Blueberry Chicken Salad

Summer’s Heat Summer’s heat has descended on the Portland area this week. Everywhere I go people are trying to outdo each other in relating the dire forecasts they have heard for a record breaking heatwave in the days to come. I smile and nod my head trying to suppress my […]