by Flora Caputo | Sep 12, 2016 | Gardening, Uncategorized
I always wondered where my green thumb came from. In visiting Italy, I came to realize it is definitely my Italian heritage. If there is a can or a pot or a piece of dirt to be planted with something pretty to look at or yummy to grow and eat, it will get planted.Here...
by Flora Caputo | Sep 9, 2016 | Recipes, Uncategorized
What can make a red velvet topped with fluffy dollops of cream cheese frosting even better? Fill them with a creamy cloud of white chocolate mousse.Aw yeah. I won’t belabor this one, I’ll just get you to the recipe. Here it is. Enjoy.Red Velvet...
by Flora Caputo | Sep 4, 2016 | Recipes, Uncategorized
Labor day is tomorrow! A day of NON labor underpinned with picnics, boating, and outdoor fun with friends and family. This year I am committed to not laboring. I usually end up in the yard gardening, or doing some giant craft project. Other than a little bit of...
by Flora Caputo | Aug 28, 2016 | Crafting, Uncategorized
Since 2008 I have been in the “social media village”, and I have always been surprised and delighted-as well as surprised and dismayed-about what content resonates and what doesn’t. One thing I have learned is that whatever you think-expect the...
by Flora Caputo | Aug 23, 2016 | Recipes, Uncategorized
School has started at our house. Yeah. Good times.It’s even more challenging because my daughter just started high school (gulp) and her days are very long-long meaning 8-5 (Yup. I have to wake up at 5 am now. I “slept in” this past...
by Flora Caputo | Aug 20, 2016 | Recipes, Uncategorized
Italy is known for its rich espresso and coffee delights. I grew up with coffee being a social ritual. In my family it is enjoyed as much as water and wine. I thought I knew all about Italian coffee, until this last visit to the homeland. I was delighted to discover...
by Flora Caputo | Aug 14, 2016 | Recipes, Uncategorized
You may have noticed my absence from the blog last month. Since I started this in 2008, I have never missed posting-and have felt considerable guilt about it. But with my big Italy trip end of June and early July (my family’s homeland) I have been catching up on...
by Flora Caputo | Jun 18, 2016 | Recipes, Uncategorized
Red currants are hard to find, yet hubby always wants to play with them (being German and all). We looked into growing currant bushes, but I guess they are not allowed here? I would love to dry my own berries for tea! But until I can get to...
by Flora Caputo | Jun 11, 2016 | Recipes, Uncategorized
Super Easy Spanish RiceIngredients1 tsp. onion powder1/2 tsp. garlic powder1/4 tsp. cumin1/4 tsp. paprika2 tsp. chili powder1/4 cup water1 cup mild salsa1 cup chicken broth1 1/2 cups instant brown rice1 small onion, chopped1 Tbsp. olive oil2 cans drained...
by Flora Caputo | Jun 4, 2016 | Recipes, Uncategorized
Warmer, longer days are finally here, and that means entertaining outside on warm, breezy evenings. Desserts need to be cooler and lighter to beat the heat, like this lemon and cherry tart I whipped up. I made it gluten-free for my sister and daughter by using almond...
