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The students and parents at the Green Meadow Waldorf School own a lovely little toy and book shop in Chestnut Ridge, near the school. I headed over there for a few presents for Sam for Christmas. Bird houses. Stuffed animals. […]
A beautiful, quite, crisp morning. Related posts: Breakfast Buffet for the Farm Guests Peonies at the Farm Sunday at the Farm: Hot Dogs and Hydrangeas Breakfast at the Farm
The first snow of the season. A few flakes, didn’t amount to much. But it made everything festive and beautiful. Sam, staring at snow. A few photos around the farm: And a few from the drive: Related posts: More Snow […]
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Samantha works on measurements to present her idea for a kitchen remodel: A walk around Congers Lake: Good times. Related posts: On a Sunday Walk with Sam A Walk with Sam and a Burger Supper Saturday Walk with Samantha […]
Our annual grapefruit shipment has arrived from the Valley! First on the agenda? Salty Dogs, of course! Here’s the recipe: [amd-zlrecipe-recipe:37] Salty Dogs From Raising the Bar. 1 to 1 1/2 grapefruits (juice to equal 8 ounces) 2 tablespoons sea or kosher […]
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A sweet little ceremony with singing and Santa. Sam enjoyed it. Related posts: A Tree Comes Down in Nyack The Tree is Up at the Farm! Drinks at Barcel in Nyack Lunch at Harry’s Burritos and a Walk on […]
Another winner of a recipe from Bon Appetit. This time a cocktail, the New York Sour. Hat tip to Sarah at the Sister Outpost for the recommendation. We learned here about “the dry shake,” where you shake the egg white […]
One of the great things about Greg’s new job? The office is right next to the Dinosaur BBQ restuarnat in Stamford. For an easy Friday night supper, he got a few wings and some pulled pork, and we celebrated Mom’s […]
We made this in honor of Repeal Day, which is Dec. 5. But Dec. 5 being a Thursday this year, we didn’t want to get too high-octane until Friday. So Dec. 6 it was. The Corpse Reviver was included in […]
Ok kids, we’re in. Jessica sent us the Elf, and we’re moving it about dutifully each night. Turns out, Sam is very interested in its whereabouts. She even says “Goodnight Elfie!” Related posts: Jessica Visits The Farm Brunch at Art […]
As I mentioned in my piece for lohud.com, fans of Buffet de la Gare can relax. Saint George, the new restaurant that took over the space where that venerable French spot was for 30 years, has settled in to the […]
The 2013 edition of the Christmas Tree is another tabletop version. Samantha is just so grabby, we were worried it would come toppling down on top of her! Still a somewhat formidable size! And aftewards, a stop at the playground: […]
We went to lunch with Arnie and Bette at The Cabin, a local spot near their new home in Valhalla. Happy Thanksgiving, Bette and Arnie! The food was nothing to write home about, and the service was, at the end, […]
After Thanksgiving, we let someone else do the cooking. Namely, Kevin, over at Roost. Tessa colors with Sam: She-Crab Soup: Roasted Cauliflower: Brussels Sprouts: Salmon: Mussels: Big-ass pork chop: Delicious, as always. And, back at home, with drinks and football: […]
SCF fans will notice I’ve fallen a bit behind in my posts lately! I promise to catch up soon with Jessica’s visit to the Farm, Samantha’s birthday, a couple of trips to some great restaurants (including The Parlor in Dobbs […]
Follow my directions implicitly, and you will enjoy the best Bloody Mary you’ve ever had in your life. It is called the Snappy Bloody Mary. Drinking, as you may know, is like eating: It’s much better when you start with […]
I never thought I could make bread! Not that this is real bread… it’s just rolls. But still! I made rolls! Ingredients. I was inspired by this stunning photo in Bon Appetit, my new Bible, and thought I’d try them […]
Little Sam, helping out on Thanskgiving morning. Recipe for Parker House Rolls coming! Related posts: Labor Day Sunday Supper: Lobster Rolls Lobster Rolls for Supper Cooking for One: Lobster Rolls Easter 2013: Ham, Potatoes and Pineapple Bake! And Family, […]
Another success at gravy this Thanskgiving. Our only complaint: We should have made more! Here is the recipe: Turkey Gravy. Related posts: Thanksgiving Turkey Gravy Recipe Recipe: Red Eye Gravy Spaghetti and Turkey Meatballs Jane Brody’s Turkey Carcass Soup
A slaw, really, rather than a salad. The recipe for Brussels sprouts slaw can be found here. Here are just a few photos from our cooking extrvanagza of Thanksgiving, 2013. Related posts: Brussels Sprouts Salad with Maple Pecans and Mustard […]
In the garden, the rosemary hangs on. Related posts: Ditalini with Chickpeas and Garlic-Rosemary Olive Oil Putting the Garden to Bed for Winter
This might possibly be the best stuffing (or dressing, actually, since it was cooked outside the turkey) that I’ve ever had. It was moist, flavorful and had great texture, too. A real winner all around. We started with breakfast sauage, […]
Made on Thanskgiving 2013. A recipe to be treasured. From Bon Appetit, Nov. 2013. Sweet Potatoes with Maple and Bourbon 1 1/2 cups strong hot coffee 9 tablespoons pure maple syrup 3 tablespoons (packed) dark brown sugar 1/2 teaspoon instant […]
Another new outfit for our little two-year-old! These, from her aunt Ann and uncle Bob. Thanks guys! Related posts: Sam Models Her New Clothes Carol’s Birthday Party at Irene’s Samantha’s Second Birthday Mom’s Birthday at Hudson House
The new table is proving to be quite a lot of fun, especially now that winter’s here and we’re stuck inside! Here’s Daddy, inspiring our budding artist. Related posts: Samantha’s Plane Ride Home Samantha in Minnesota Samantha Coos and Smiles […]
Dry-brining a turkey is the way to go. Russ Parsons knows it, we know it, the American people know it. Salt with sage and bay leaves is an addition you may wish to make. Sage-bay leaf salt recipe here. It […]
A few new outfits for her birthday! These from her brother and sister-in-law, Mark and Angie. Thanks guys! Related posts: Samantha’s Second Birthday Cute Clothes at Buttercup & Friends Samantha’s Birthday (The Real One!) Lunch at Buster’s in Mankato
My husband, Greg, and I are co-founders of SCF, which chronicles what we eat, drink and grow as we raise our daughter on a tiny plot of land in the Lower Hudson Valley.
