Foraging, whether in the city or country, always provides treasure. In my neighbor’s garden there is an old apple …
Autumn Foraging: Leaving Brooklyn in Search of Rose Hips
In search of ocean air and juicy rose hips…just outside of the city. The other day I took my bike on a long long r…
Recipe: Fresh and Summery Tomato Pasta
The tomato comes out of the garden and into a sauce. One of the best things about summer are the variety of fresh tomato…
Recipe: Make Your own Kefir Like a True Swede
The wonders of the kefir grain explored. My temporary landlord Russell Busch, who is also a good friend, just introduced…
Swedish Fruntimmersveckan Recipe: Ginger & Lime Tart
What’s in a name? Probably a Swedish cake. Like several other countries Sweden celebrates name days, which means t…
Recipe: French Lentil Dip
Giving up some love for the legumes. It may be silly to suggest cooking dried legumes when you can get them ready to eat…
Mustard Herring for Swedish Midsummer
Celebrate the sweetness of of a Swedish Midsummer. This year I will be celebrating midsummer here in NY. Midsummer is th…
Recipe: Swedish Rhubarb Jam
Rhubarb is meant for more than just pie. Currently I’m in Sweden taking care of an old house in the countryside. I…