I know this tartine looks more like toast. But technically speaking, since a tartine is an open-faced sandwich, I'm taking the liberty to call it a caramelized banana and chocolate tartine. I've always loved a quick and easy 10-minute breakfast. Or, in this case, a quick and easy 10-minute treat that doubles as breakfast. It's perfect for those mornings when you ...
A Visit to the New Garnet Hill Store at Legacy Place
For Sunday favorites with Cindy and Mary Ann today, I'm sharing a few of my favorites from my visit to Garnet Hill at the Legacy Place Mall outside of Boston in Dedham, MA. I've been a fan of Garnet Hill for years and have only shopped from their beautiful catalogs (as shown below) and online. I could see and touch everything in person at their beautiful new store this week. What has always ...
9 Simple Valentine Craft Ideas for This Year
Fewer holidays lend themselves better to simple craft projects than Valentine's Day. That's why it's one of the best times of year to get creative and have a little fun. Here are a few of my favorite craft projects, some for you and some for the little ones to join in on, and I hope you enjoy them as much as I do. ...
Ideas on How to Organize a Small Clothes Closet
I'm joining Cindy, Mary Ann, and Sheri to discuss organizing. I think we are all doing a bit of cleaning out and organizing this time of year. For me, I have put off organizing our bedroom closet, and having to write this post forced me to do it, and now I am thrilled with the results! I think the worst part may have been my dread of getting started. Here are some ideas on how to ...
How to Make Raclette for a Special Dinner Party
How to make raclette for a special dinner party. Serving an amazing Raclette dinner isn't just about the melty, gooey, delicious cheese. Sure, it's the main attraction. But it's what you decide to serve with the cheese that makes it such a wonderful and unforgettable moment or special occasion. The History of Raclette The origins of Raclette date back to the Swiss/French Alps region. ...
Make these Orange Marmalade Scones
If you are lucky to live where you have an abundance of oranges during citrus season, then, by all means, make these delicious orange marmalade scones. The pink glaze comes from the juice of blood oranges. These are not scones with a side of marmalade, although we did decide to do that too; these are scones where the add-in is the homemade orange marmalade! It's incorporated into the scone ...