Windows–Italy
Inspired by the recent photo hunt prompt, “Windows” on Slow Trav’s Italy forum, I decided to post a few, shall we say, less typical window shots. There is a classic one or two mixed in. First, our view from the … Continue reading →
Jan
Sunday Soupers #14–French Onion Soup
I was really enthusiastic about making something classic, I had never done before. Here’s the recipe: French Onion Soup 2 lbs. yellow onions, peeled, halved lengthwise, then sliced thinly crosswise 2 Tbsps. oil 2 Tbsps. butter 3 sprigs fresh thyme … Continue reading →
Photo Hunt–Warm
What could be warmer than a fire place surrounded by photos of the ones you love. I know this is a terribly literal translation but it’s all I’ve got for this one.
Continue reading →Friday night fun
So I’ve blown the diet. Friday evening and I’m thinking I’m dying for some nice pasta and good company. Ken is all for it. F**k the diet. To make things merrier, we call Anthony and Lyn and invite them to … Continue reading →
Camellias–Two beauties
The white camellias are my favorites. This one is called Nuccio’s Gem and it is growing outside our bedroom window. I have another young plant that is Nuccio’s Pearl but it hasn’t bloomed yet. I think it need a couple … Continue reading →
Easy Weeknight Supper
Ken and I are on a little bit of a diet. At least, we’re trying to get back to a healthier eating routine–greatly reducing “white foods” and not eating sugar–saving wine for Saturdays only. The wine restriction is one of … Continue reading →
La Serenissima
After posting yesterday, I can’t stop thinking about Venice. The week spent there last summer was so full and so fine. My great friend and travel partner, Kris, met me for the last week of my 6 week trip. ( … Continue reading →
The Clock Tower in Venice
Kris and I loved our tour of the Clock tower in San Marco. We met our guide in the museum and walked the length of the piazza to the little dark green door to climb the stairs. At first we … Continue reading →
Saturday Night Dinner–Valentines Day
Ken bought me a gift for Valentines Day–a cast iron fry pan, which I had been wanting for a while. My gift to him was dinner. We went together to the farmer’s market, seafood shop and wine store. It was … Continue reading →
Photo Hunt–Nautical
I’ve been absent from the photo hunts but they are a great way to get in a Saturday post. And since I have a lot of “nautical” shots it was very easy for me to find one that fit the … Continue reading →