Gentle Spring Cleanse Tea

Gentle Spring Cleanse Tea

Did you know that .your body needs to transition to a new season?  And that ‘spring fever’ is not just an expression, but actually real? As the weather changes, our body changes physically and emotionally. On the positive side those emotions include...
Iced Blackberry Sipper

Iced Blackberry Sipper

It’s blackberry season and there’s no better way to celebrate it than with this refreshing sipper! The only make-ahead part is the syrup but it’s so worth it. You can flavor all kinds of herbal teas and drinks with this delightful sweet syrup. Blackberries...
Spring Blossom Tea

Spring Blossom Tea

Is there anything more glorious than beautiful, fragrant blossoms in the springtime? But did you know that most fruit and berry blossoms are edible and can be steeped into lovely teas? Some favourites are cherry, apple, peach, plum and pear. The flavour of these...
Natural Flower Dye

Natural Flower Dye

Did you know you can create beautifully coloured eggs using edible flowers? They top the list of fruits, veggies and spices that create stunning natural colours. So, skip the chemicals and use the natural dye in flowers to colour everything from eggs to foods, to...
Nettle Mint Pesto Recipe

Nettle Mint Pesto Recipe

Have you tried stinging nettles? If not you’re in for a tasty springtime treat! Here’s how to tame the sting and make a delicious Nettle Mint Pesto. Similar in taste to spinach, only wilder, these nutritional greens can be foraged or garden grown. They are the main...
Sauteed Spring Hosta Shoots Recipe

Sauteed Spring Hosta Shoots Recipe

If you grow hosta you’re in for a tasty spring treat! Did you know they’re edible? The young shoots have a delicious flavour similar to asparagus. Try this simple but delicious dish and you’ll wonder why you never tried them before. Pick shoots from the perimeter of...