Growing & preserving pure organic food is one of the core focuses of our homestead. For those that are seeking self reliance but live in climates that do not provide…
Recently I wrote about the natural health benefits of fireweed and told you all about this powerful healing plant. One thing I didn’t mention is that once a year we…
There’s nothing like a good caesar. Substantial, unique, and with huge presence, it’s a Canadian classic. For those who drink them, a good caesar is a highly satisfying affair. Not…
Using food for both nourishment and medicinal purposes is at the heart of our life on this homestead. We enjoy taking control of our health and wellness through the plants…
Decadent and luxurious this recipe for chocolate raspberry jam is a really neat option for the winter pantry. I was flipping through my favourite recipe book for ideas on how…
Using food for both nourishment and medicinal purposes is at the heart of our life on this homestead. We enjoy taking control of our health and wellness through the plants…
When you plant hardneck garlic they will develop what is called a scape (flower stalk). This is a thick curly stalk in the center of the leaves. You’ll recognize the…
Capture the flavours of of the season with this easy to make rose petal syrup. This concentrate is ideal for making pitchers of fruity lemonade. You can drizzle this rose…
Pectin is a naturally gelatinous substance found in most fruits. The highest concentrations of it can be found in in the skins and cores of fruit with apples and citrus…
I’ve been delighted to discover that a lot of ornamental flowers and plants are quite edible. I’ll even say that most of them are tasty offering complex and unique flavours.…
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