Category Archives: Cookin’

My favorite outdoor kitchen

Posted on August 10, 2009 by Mary Ann

This is my all time fave outdoor kitchen. We call it the Cabana Kitchen. It is steps away from the Pacific Ocean. Steps. Maybe 25 steps. I have seen the Pacific Ocean wash into this kitchen during one particularly high … Continue reading →

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More rhubarb cocktails

Posted on August 9, 2009 by Mary Ann

For my pal Cindy, in smokin’ hot Katy, Texas: girl, you need this to cool yourself down! I am not even gonna lie about it, this recipe is straight from page 69 of Jamie Oliver’s Jamie at Home: Cook Your … Continue reading →

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Best recipes for garden vegetables

Posted on August 5, 2009 by Mary Ann

I know, I know! How boring is that post title? It is SO NOT me. When I went to Amazon.com in search of the best vegetable garden cookbooks, I could pull up more than 200 and sometimes 600 matches. There’s … Continue reading →

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GBBD July 15, 2009

Posted on July 15, 2009 by Mary Ann

Not to be left out of the big doin’s, here’s my little upload for Bloom Day, July 2009-a small selection of what is blooming in the garden at Ranch du Bois. It is blazing hot and hard to photograph all … Continue reading →

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Guest post from my farmer, Casey

Posted on July 13, 2009 by Mary Ann

Bountiful Week Seven from the Taft/Tamarack CSA *Magic Garlic!!! Yes, this garlic is magic. It makes dreams come true, and has for the past 5 years. The pulling of the garlic bulbs is one of the most aromatic, amazing tasks … Continue reading →

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Rhubarbtinis

Posted on May 20, 2009 by Mary Ann

I could write out the recipe and take credit, but that would not be fair to the good folks who shared this nectar of the gods and goddesses with me. So, a little link love for him, and a shout … Continue reading →

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GBBD (May 09) and a collage for you

Posted on May 17, 2009 by Mary Ann

Finally! Here’s my Bloom Day post, for Carol over at May Dreams Gardens. Since everyone was getting fancy w/you tube videos and background music, I put mine in a collage. So there. left to right: top row: wisteria & Boise; … Continue reading →

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Shout out to Idaho Garden Bloggers

Posted on May 8, 2009 by Mary Ann

Hey all! I want to send you over to see what ELSE is going on the wild world of Idaho gardening. Here are some kindred spirits. Stop by and say hey!: Seasonal Wisdom Small Goat Garden

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EARTH DAY HURRAY!

Posted on April 22, 2009 by Mary Ann

In honor of Earth Day, the true Mother’s Day (Mother Nature, silly!), I recommend taking in as many plant sales as possible. Here’s the short list: Friday and Saturday, April 24th & 25th, Annual Plant Sale at the Idaho Botanical … Continue reading →

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Gotta get it now: Durable Plants

Posted on March 26, 2009 by Mary Ann

From Fulcrum publishing This may be the book of the year for Rocky Mountain garden lovers. The Plant Select organization has showcased all 74 of their tried and true outstanding plants in one concise, beautiful volume. This wonderful handbook includes: … Continue reading →

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