Dispatches from a life slightly left of center.
Batch Prepping Meals for the Busy Week Ahead
Getting some meals ready in advance to make the next few days easier.
A Saturday Picnic by the River and Some New Side Dishes
We put together a simple picnic spread and spent the afternoon near the water.
Testing a New Barbecue Sauce This Week
I tried out a different approach for our usual summer grilling and picked up a few things along the way.
Sorting Through the Recipe Box This Week
I went through my old recipe cards and tested out one new salad for lunch.
A Midweek Run for New Curtain Rods
Stopped by the hardware store for a quick fix on the living room windows and ended up with a couple extras.
Testing a New Marinade Recipe This Week
I spent some time working out a simple marinade for chicken and used it a couple nights this week.
A Midweek Pantry Clean and Some New Staples
Getting the kitchen organized and trying out a basic new dinner this week.
Restocking the Spice Cabinet This Week
I finally made it over to the bulk store for some basics and tried a couple new blends at dinner.
A Midweek Bank Errand and Lunch Downtown
I had to head to the bank for some work deposits and ended up trying a new spot for lunch while I was out.
Baking Zucchini Bread and Stocking the Freezer
I tried a new zucchini bread recipe midweek and got a few other things done around it.