Tag Archives: Cucumber

Israeli Couscous Salad with Cucumber, Spinach, and Parsley

August 3, 2018 · by · in Experiments, Lunchbox, Sides · 4 Comments

My porch planters are flourishing and I’ve been using fresh herbs every night to make dinner as well as some drinks.   We’ve thrown fresh mint into mojitos, rosemary into a gin & tonic, and basil into a blender with ice, raspberry preserves, and vodka – yum! (Can you tell we are in summer mode over […]

Shrimp Summer Rolls

July 10, 2018 · by · in Sides, Snacks · 6 Comments

Today I am back at work after the most spectacular bachelorette party on Martha’s Vineyard. One of my best friends, Carolyn, is someone who is driven, passionate, and most importantly she knows how to get down on the dance floor.  She goes out of her way for those that she loves and it was no […]

Asian Style Pulled Pork with Quick Pickles

August 1, 2017 · by · in Mains · 2 Comments

Friends! I have made my first pickles.  Huge shout out to Laura at Feast Wisely and Twice as Tasty for their wisdom and for nudging me not to give up – these pickles were quick, easy, and a delightful addition to this sandwich. And, they were made from the first ever cucumber I grew in […]