i've been grounded from baking for the past ten days. but the second my groundation ended, i ignited my gas oven and went to work. i made mini strawberry shortcakes drizzled with strawberry syrup. i've never eaten one and they looked so pretty and dainty. i had to give them a try.
i would like to introduce to you the most elegant grape juice you will ever drink. meet first blush, a 100% pure merlot juice. varietal wine grapes are crushed into a pure, sweet juice swimming with antioxidants and no mystery chemicals. there are literally two things on the ingredient list: merlot juice and filtered water. i like to make my merlot sparkle by mixing it with club soda. but find recipes here.
every summer i make mid-year resolutions. one of mine this year is to drink more water. i think water is boring so i revised that resolution and opted to drink more iced tea.
meals are sacred and therefor shall be enjoyed in sacred surroundings. if your area is not as lovely as your meal, make some changes. even if they are minuscule; set out some fresh flowers, use cool salt and pepper shakers, add some color.
i am currently on a road trip through the midwest. between colorado, new mexico and arizona, i've seen plenty of colorful wild flowers growing. they look so beautiful i could just eat them all up. maybe i will...