Virginia Feature: Watermelon Pops

Inspired by the French way of making small delicious treats out of very few ingredients, these fresh watermelon pops, or Purée de Pastèque, hit the spot on a hot summer day. This homemade popsicle idea was first introduced to me by my Mom. When my baby was about nine months old and teething, my MomContinue reading “Virginia Feature: Watermelon Pops”

California Feature: Jax Makes Fruit & Coconut Water Popsicles

It’s blazing hot here is Southern California, 100s for most of the week in our lovely town of Riverside. Thankfully we have a pool and the A/C has been running like crazy. But when we’re waterlogged, have cabin fever and need fresh air, we need a way to beat the heat. And so, we makeContinue reading “California Feature: Jax Makes Fruit & Coconut Water Popsicles”

Blueberry Buckle Cake

This blueberry buckle cake has been a recipe staple in my family for more than 15 years.  When pick-your-own blueberry season opened this year it was the first recipe that I wanted to bake.  It was also my first attempt at making this cake and the bar was high since it is so well knowContinue reading “Blueberry Buckle Cake”

Road Trip: Lyman Orchards and Strawberry Popsicles

One of my favorite times of the year is when Lyman Orchards Pick Your Own season opens.  I still remember going blueberry picking with my family and loading up the basement freezer with numerous bags to use for blueberry pie at Christmas.  When I had my son I was determined to find an orchard soContinue reading “Road Trip: Lyman Orchards and Strawberry Popsicles”