A visit to the Fruit des Vignes farm stand on Vashon Island promises fresh produce, cheap antiques and a step back in time.
Island Living
Christmas is Over
Christmas is over. Obviously. But it helps to put it in writing because I’m sitting directly under mistletoe, my tree is still brightly lit, and I just took the stockings down today. But hey – I should give myself a break – we’re only three, er 18 days post-Christmas… Yikes. Despite my lack of activity
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Island Living
A Vashon Fourth
A Vashon Fourth. A celebration of our nation’s birthday on the most beautiful island in the Pacific Northwest. I have always loved entertaining. There’s something really great about throwing a festive and fun party. I don’t know if it’s creating the menu on Pinterest, decorating the house, or finding the perfect dessert to make that
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Eats
Rosemary & Thyme Infused Fairy Cakes
Rosemary and Thyme Infused Fairy Cakes. These sweet, herbal cakes are the perfect size for your next garden tea party and will delight palates of all ages. I know what you’re thinking – rosemary and thyme cake? But trust me on this one, it’s awesome. Herbs make everything better ; if we added parsley and
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About Elise
Evergreen, slowing down
I have a love for all things edible. Cake? Check. Carrots? Check. Cheetos? Guilty check. Seriously… if it’s edible, I probably love it. And if I haven’t had it, I’ll try it. I was raised in a loud Italian family. Our Sicilian heritage is most evident in our love for food and our inability to