I don't know why, but culinary lavender is not for everyone. I suppose some people don't care for the sweet floral perfume of lavender while others (like me!) can't get enough of this heavenly treat. This lavender simple syrup recipe is sure to be the uniting thread that brings both camps to an ... Read More about Lavender Soda + Lavender Syrup + Lavender Lemonade
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Blackberry-Lavender Soda
It's fabulous to have Andrea Lynn, author of The Artisan Soda Workshop: 75 Homemade Recipes from Fountain Classics to Rhubarb Basil, Sea Salt Lime, Cold-Brew Coffee and Much Much More, back again to share another fabulous recipe from her book. Remember that delightful Pineapple-Basil Soda? If you ... Read More about Blackberry-Lavender Soda
Pineapple Basil Soda
Please welcome Andrea Lynn, author of The Artisan Soda Workshop: 75 Homemade Recipes from Fountain Classics to Rhubarb Basil, Sea Salt Lime, Cold-Brew Coffee and Much Much More, who is kind enough to share with us a delightfully tropical syrup recipe that will take your plain old soda to fizztastic ... Read More about Pineapple Basil Soda
Homemade Soda Book Review and All-Natural Root Beer Recipe
I'm excited to share a review of our latest book club selection: Homemade Soda. Since getting a SodaStream almost two years ago, I have made countless syrups like Wild Blackberry Cordial and Grape Cordial. This time I was eager to try something totally different: my childhood favourite, homemade ... Read More about Homemade Soda Book Review and All-Natural Root Beer Recipe
Homemade Grape Soda
I picked some green grapes this past week from the community plot and since I was also given a bunch of concord grapes, I processed them in a food mill. The result was a strong flavoured grape syrup I used to make the best ever grape soda. First I cooked the grapes to loosen their ... Read More about Homemade Grape Soda
How to Make Lavender Linen Water (DIY Lavender Spray)
Lavender is one of my all-time favorite scents. Thanks to it's calming, uplifting properties, I try to use lavender as much as I can throughout my home. One of my favourite ways to enjoy it is in this lavender linen water as I iron. Don't let the name fool you, though. This can also be used as a ... Read More about How to Make Lavender Linen Water (DIY Lavender Spray)
How to Preserve Basil: 16 Recipes to Enjoy Fresh Basil All Year Long
Do you love fresh summer basil as much as I do? Dried basil just doesn't have the same flavour. These 16 basil recipes will help you use and preserve your garden-fresh basil harvest so you can enjoy the taste of sweet, fresh basil all year long. Basil is a fragrant herb in the mint family ... Read More about How to Preserve Basil: 16 Recipes to Enjoy Fresh Basil All Year Long
DIY Granite Cleaner: Clean Your Countertops Naturally
Learn all about how to care for your granite and the earth at the same time by making your own DIY granite cleaner out of rubbing alcohol, castile soap, and a couple of essential oils. Using this alcohol-based cleaner will disinfect your countertops and leave them extra shiny! Clean Your ... Read More about DIY Granite Cleaner: Clean Your Countertops Naturally
Super Simple Quick Pickled Radishes
Super simple quick-pickled radishes that are ready to eat the next day! You’ll be amazed at how easy this pickling recipe is. Enjoy your pickled radishes on their own, or place them on sandwiches, tacos, and more. Radishes. People tend to either love them or hate them. and honestly, ... Read More about Super Simple Quick Pickled Radishes
Do I Really Need to Wash That? When, Why, and How to Wash Fruit and Vegetables
UPDATE: This post was created on October 21, 2018 and was updated on March 25, 2020 to include current health recommendations for sanitizing fruit and vegetables from the grocery store during the global pandemic. It's funny how perspectives of cleanliness can change based on relationships. As an ... Read More about Do I Really Need to Wash That? When, Why, and How to Wash Fruit and Vegetables
The Ultimate Seed Starting Guide
In this guide, you'll discover how to start seeds inside and start your garden early this year. I'll cover everything from the best seed starting trays to what seed starting mix to get. If you are hoping to sow seeds early in the season and start your garden truly from scratch, then you're in ... Read More about The Ultimate Seed Starting Guide
How to Grow Strawberries in Containers
Growing strawberries in containers is the best way to enjoy this pretty, easy-to-grow berry. Learn how to do it the best way and get the biggest yield. When most people think of container gardening, flowers are often the first things that come to mind. Container gardening is becoming ... Read More about How to Grow Strawberries in Containers