It’s Strawberry Season here in Okinawa! Which was an odd thing to grasp when we first arrived on island. For me, strawberries always summon up images of sunny SoCal fields on a brezzy Spring day. But here it is a winter berry that takes centerstage during our “chilly” months. All this to say, I have not lost my mind by sharing this amazing little recipe while most of you are looking at temps in the negatives. See it as my gift to you, Spring is coming~we’ve already tasted it!
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Toasted Granola
Y’all, I could enjoy a cheese board at any hour of the day but I know not everyone shares my love of cheese so deeply. So when this month’s Ko Creative events booked up with more brunch timeslots than evening bookings, I knew I needed to freshen up a menu that was more “morning” appropriate. Read More
Gingerbread Cake with Cream Cheese Frosting
This cake will stop you in your tracks and become the all-star dessert you are looking for this holiday season. I have never loved a cake more! Read More
Sugared Cranberries
The holidays are here and I’ll be dishing up some great recipes this week for y’all! These sugared cranberries are a cinch to make and add a little magical sparkle to any dish, be it a dessert or a cheese board. The most lovely part is that you can use this as a base to sugar just about anything! Cranberries and rosemary? Ahhhh-mazing! Blueberries and thyme? You bet! I have become the queen of sugaring and I know you will too! Read More
Chai Candied Almonds
Alright my friends, this is an oldie but a goodie! I’m pulling it from my old blog, giving it a bit of an update and dropping it here for you! This recipe is my GO TO for event favors, teacher gifts, dessert toppings and cheese board garnishes. You can not go wrong here! Plus, I’m attaching my Fall and Christmas gift tags in this post. My gift to you! Happy Holidays! Read More
Gathering Gratitude ~ Felt Thankful Garland
If I teach my children one thing, it’s my hope that they will know how to gather gratitude, to cultivate it, to make it a daily part of their lives. Because a life filled with gratitude is brimming with wonder and hope. Its richness cannot be compared. Read More
Maldon Salted Cookie Bars
This recipe is quick to come together, feeds a crowd, satisfies that salty/sweet craving and elevates your basic cookie bar recipe! There is serisouly nothing NOT to love about this dessert. I’ve been making these bars for my crafting events and after lots of requests for the recipe, I thought I would share it here! Read More
Memere’s Spaghetti
I know I’ve shared this recipe before on my previous blogs, but this back pocket recipe will forever be a favorite. And surprisingly enough I think I’ve made it more here in Okinawa than ever before. Thick, hearty, layered with flavor, I made it nearly every week this past winter. Partially because my kiddos are homesick for their grandparents but also because you truly can’t mess this recipe up! More wine? Sure! Extra herbs? Go for it! Log this recipe away for when you want to heap on the comfort. Read More
Girls Trip! Kyoto, Japan
Every duty station brings a new round of military sisters into my life and I am constantly amazed at the diverse talents and gifts these strong woman have! This time around I have been introduced to adventurous gals that can pack a suitcase with their eyes closed and try and convince me that taking all our kids to Thailand sans husbands is a normal thing to plan. These gals push my comfort zone boundaries and I love them for it! Read More
Let’s Not Count
I’ve been blogging off and on again since 2009 and I’m certain that at least a dozen times I’ve written this same blog post….I’m BACK! Read More
