Why do they call it leaf-peeping in Vermont? I read that recently on Travel & Leisure and immediately cleared my calendar when I heard that the colors were already peaking in early October. So many people come from far away places to visit Vermont in the fall just to see the changing colors, covered bridges, and to pick up a few souvenirs like maybe some maple syrup and well, since we are only about 3 1/2 hours away, we spent yesterday doing just that!
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1. Day trip to Vermont in the fall
Sometimes there are those days when you are traveling or just out exploring and it reminds you so much of a movie. Yesterday made it impossible for me to not think about Baby Boom with Diane Keaton. Can’t you just see the scene in the movie in the country store? It makes us want to buy apple sauce and plaid shirts.
Covered Bridges in Vermont
Autumn in Vermont
Pumpkins on Steps in Woodstock
A Beautiful Fall Display on a doorstep
Apple Orchard in Vermont
Apple picking in Vermont seemed like a must in October. We were ready for a good walk after a lot of driving. The first few tiers were filled with busy families. As we continued walking up hoping for picturesque views, we started hearing music. We listened further and it was a radio station playing music from the 1930s, 40s, and ’50s while the workers picked apples on ladders. We grabbed two apple cider donuts on lour way out and apparently we’ve never had a “real” apple cider donut because they were soooooo good! Best $2 we ever spent!
2. My Parisian Life
Thinking of moving to Paris? Working from home can be anywhere these days, so why not Paris for a month or a year? Obviously not just yet, but maybe someday. Yanique of My Parisian Life offers one on one chat sessions to help people do just that. Or maybe you just want a guided foodie tour, find the best flea markets in Paris, or just want some exclusive insider Paris tips, My Parisian Life is the place!
3. Cheap jars make the best vases
My favorite vessels for flowers are the simplest ones like Anchor Hocking glass jars. Right now our hydrangeas are turning to soft pinks and greens from bright white and I’ve even had to borrow a few jars from my pantry for the armfuls I keep clipping for the house. The season will end all too soon with the first frost, so I’ll enjoy them while I can. The jars in the 64-ounce and the one-gallon are perfect for all kinds of flowers and take very little arranging!
Re-purposed Sake Jars as small vases
Little re-purposed Sake jars are a new favorite for small arrangements like a few herbs from the kitchen garden.
4. Giveaway: Luncia Casserole Carrier
*****GIVEAWAY CLOSED. WINNER HAS BEEN NOTIFIED******
A casserole carrier is a perfect thing to deliver a meal to a friend or for your next potluck. This pasta is one of my favorites for both! In the past, I would line a flat box with clean dish towels and then place the casserole dish inside the box. Of course, it was never the right size, so I would have to put rolled-up towels on two sides to keep it from moving in the box. The Luncia Casserole Carrier solves that problem beautifully and it’s insulated keeping the dish cold or warm for hours.
I have two extra to giveaway! One for you and one for a friend! Leave a comment with the name of your favorite casserole and you’ll be entered to win to receive both!
5. Garnet Hill Masks
Who would have predicted that masks would become the latest fashion accessory? I love these from Garnet Hill for my fall wardrobe. They are adjustable and made from organic cotton.
Now head over to see what Mary Ann of Classic Casual Home and Cindy Hattersley found this week!
Let me know in the comments some of your favorite finds and I’ll feature them in an upcoming post. It can be anything, a book, a show, a recipe, a gadget…I want to know so I can share it!
Texas Monthly magazine’s King Ranch Casserole.
https://www.texasmonthly.com/food/king-ranch-casserole/
How fun to offer us a giveaway! My baked eggplant cheddar casserole is always a crowd favorite.
I love lasagna and take it to gatherings(when we used to have them). I would love to have a carrier for my lasagna .
I really enjoy your blog post. Thanks for the opportunity to get one.
Hi Jane, One day we will have gatherings again! This would be perfect for your lasagne!
My family’s all-time favorite casserole is chicken spaghetti! Luckily, the recipe makes enough to fill 2 casserole dishes – one to eat and one to share.
Love recipes like that! Cook once, eat twice…or share!
I enjoy my version of Green Chili Chicken Casserole.
Would adore having the dish to share🥘🥗🥖.
Thank you..
Lasagna is my favorite casserole.
Love a tray of lasagne and it’s so good for a potluck!
Loved the photos of Vermont. How fun that you could go for the day! My favorite casserole is Chile Rellenos casserole, which my boys (husband and sons) always loved.
Pat, Chile Rellenos casserole?! That sounds amazing!
Looks like you had a lovely trip to Vermont! Hopefully you observed the state’s quarantine rules. Please share the link below with your readers so they can plan accordingly. We love the tourism but it it needs to be covid responsible tourism. My son’s school year hinges on it as does the health of the most vulnerable Vermonters. https://accd.vermont.gov/covid-19/restart/cross-state-travel
Hi Marla,
I just added the link in bold. Thank you very much for providing it. I completely understand your concern. We were very careful and it is why we only went for a day trip. We brought a cooler and had a picnic. Everyone wore masks and kept a safe distance. Thank you.
annie
What a great list. I’ve never been East when the leaves are turning. I can only image how lovely it is.
I always use recycled jars for flowers to friends. Sometimes the fun labels are left on and my friends enjoy the rustic vase.
I hope your autumn is cool, as it should be here.
xo,
Karen
Thank you for the lovely mini tour of Vermont. Would love to see the fall colors there when we can travel again. I love autumn and comfort foods like casseroles are perfect for this time of year. My family enjoys chicken tamale pie and inside out ravioli. Thank you for the Luncia Casserole carrier giveaway. I look forward to your Sunday Five Faves each week! Thanks.
My favorite casserole is an oldie but goody, Peg Bracken’s Chicken and Artichoke casserole from her famous “I Hate To Cook” cookbook. Just had it yesterday for dinner!
I love your decorating and fashion style and always get some great ideas from you.
My favorite pasta casserole is King Ranch Chicken. However, I will be trying your recipe this week. Love the carrier.
Chicken enchiladas is our family favorite casserole dish. Thanks for your great suggestions in today’s post Annie. I’m checking out the face masks now.
I do NOT LIKE OLIVES EITHER!
FEW OF US AROUND!
I bought the canned tomatoes recently to make YOUR SOUP!
Now I can try this CASSEROLE for the youngest SON!
THE ITALIAN would NEVER EAT THIS…………..I’ll explain in person one day!
Love GARNET HILL and YES those MASKS ARE YOU!
WHAT A WONDERFUL ESCAPE TO VERMONT!
YOU DO KNOW ABOUT JEANNE AND HER BLOG THERE RIGHT?
TAHILLA FARM………….if not FIND HER!!!
XX
Oh I remember something about this Elizabeth! You’ll have to refresh my memory next time I see you! xx
Hadn’t thought about Tuna Casserole ’til you asked about our favorites! I have a really good recipe for this old-fashioned comfort food that I love!!
Comfort food like tuna casserol is just what we all need these days!
I have been craving a good old fashioned, saucy mac n cheese. The kind where the noodles are soft and just slightly overcooked. Bonus points for some type of breadcrumb topping. Must be getting closer to fall!
Well, that sounds delicious!
What a great idea to keep your casseroles warm for a lucky winner! I think those Garnet Hill masks are the prettiest I have seen! I am so jealous you got to go to Vermont and see the leaves. Fall is the month I really miss in California. Apple Cider doughnuts yum!
fun giveaway! a fave is a chicken, mushroom & rice casserole i make. the whole family loves it… may have to add it to list of meals this week!
thanks for the chance to win.
I love breakfast casseroles. Especially if you can do most prep beforehand. Love and Lemons has a tasty one and you can easily swap out with other veggies (or add ground turkey if you are so inclined)!
https://www.loveandlemons.com/breakfast-casserole/
Your “leaf peeping” excursion brought back lovely memories of our two short years on the east coast. The beauty of the apple tree took my breath away.
I’d love to have a carrier for my Texas tamale casserole. Family often requests it for potluck picnics.
Happy fall from Camano Island,
Diney