• Pickled Cherries in Jar
    Food

    Quick Pickled Cherries

    “Cherries of the night are riper Than the cherries pluckt at noon” – From “Cherry-Time” by Robert Graves Fresh cherries are one of the addictive pleasures of summer. Sweet and shiny with just enough meatiness to sink your teeth into, they are easy to devour by the bowl. Still, with the abundance of cherries on my counter, I can’t resist the urge to bake, pickle, and otherwise transform them into even more deliciousness. Quick pickling allows you to take the freshest cherries and infuse them with spiced, briny flavor without the hassle of the canning process. They won’t keep the same way as preserved versions, so make sure to keep…

  • Eggs Benedict
    Living

    No Eggs Before Noon

    For a new relationship or simply the day, the beginning is important. The hook. The tone. One thing that will not hook me into a beautiful morning is a plate full of eggs. Sure, I love a delicious eggs Benedict, but it struck me while breaking a gorgeous yolk that my eggs are never on the table in the AM hours…even at a restaurant. I don’t eat eggs before noon. As Americans, high protein breakfasts are pushed on us all the time. Even if it’s not eggs, we are encouraged to find ways to amp up the protein in our oatmeal or to feel quite guilty until lunchtime. Yet with…

  • Marinated Flank Steak
    Food

    Marinated Flank Steak

    Many people pass over flank steak in the market, fearing its reputation as a tough, difficult to cook cut. This is a huge mistake, as it has a rich beef flavor that is so satisfying once you know how to unlock it properly. The key to tender slices is a long marinade time followed by quick, high temperature cooking. Slow, set it and go preparation may become a staple of your weeknight routine. Once you mix this marinade, pop the flank steak in the refrigerator for at least 6 (and up to 24) hours and forget about it until you’re ready to cook. Not only will the wait be worth…

  • Berry Iced Tea
    Drinks

    Berry Iced Tea

    When you’re headed for the road (beach trip!) or it’s too early in the day for cocktails, you still need something summery in hand. Drinks should be fresh and festive even when they are non-alcoholic. Long, scorching days signal access to ripe berries, making this the perfect time of year for an iced white tea with juicy raspberries and blueberries. White teas have a delicate sweetness that marries well with their flavors. Harvested when the tea leaves are still young, white varieties also are lighter and often more refreshing than green and black teas. I recommend selecting one with fruity notes for this recipe. Grab your muddler and read on.…