Do you save your orange peels? (organic, of course). Orange peels add depth and a smile to your tea! I am actually allergic to oranges, I know, darn! However, I peel oranges, let my family eat the fruit and then I make tea with the orange peel. Just the aroma of the...
It’s fun to have a celebratory drink for that end of the day wind down, or at a weekend gathering. But alcohol doesn’t always have to be in the picture — in fact, it’s healthy to take breaks. As herbalists, our kitchens are stocked with ingredients that can double as...
The food culture and seasonal food rituals that I grew up with held a vein of richness that is still with me. My dad’s garden never failed to produce an overflow of fresh zucchini and squash. We lived in a town that was known for its rich history of fruit...
When the warm weather hits, inspiration for mocktails, cocktails and thirst quenching beverages becomes endless. But do you take it a step further and make elegant ice cubes that transform any drink into a full-on botanical experience? Edible flower ice cubes are easy...
In this delicious summer chicken salad recipe, juicy fennel root and cooling cilantro are the perfect antidote to the season’s heat. This good-for-you salad cools down the body and supports optimal digestion. When you eat seasonally, you take advantage of...
Have you ever seen lamb’s quarters? Sometimes this weed is called pigweed, sometimes it’s called goosefoot or lambsquarters. Most people just pull it out of their yards and gardens. But you’re missing out if you don’t know how to eat...
Have you ever stood in the drink aisle at the grocery store and wondered which drink would taste good, and also not be full of sugar and dye? Even the “healthy” beverages in the store are full of questionable ingredients. That’s why I created this...
Do you have an especially thoughtful way to show your love on special occasions? I formulated this Cardamom and Rose Chocolate Mousse recipe – a pink-hued variation on classic chocolate mousse, with herbs that open the heart and nurture connection – to serve just such...
This is a great tasting cordial that will help you digest those heavy holiday meals! Filled with seasonal fruits and spices, Christmas Cordial is perfect to serve at a winter gathering. It also makes a great holiday present. I am all about quick and easy, but...
This Oregano Pesto recipe is a sneak peek into my online course, My Herbal Kitchen, a companion to my recipe book of the same name. Like the book, the course is brimming with helpful recipes, with additional video tutorials for bringing more herbal magic into your...