May is when our kitchens start buzzing again, and the garden finally pays us back for all that waiting. We’re looking at strawberries, rhubarb, and the first greens—stuff that only sticks around for a few weeks if we’re lucky. It’s easy to get ahead of ourselves, but if we use a may canning calendar, we…
Starting a compost pile at home is one of those projects we’ve all thought about, but maybe put off because it seems tricky or messy. The truth is, it’s a lot easier than it sounds, and it’s actually pretty satisfying to see kitchen scraps and yard waste turn into something useful for our gardens. Plus,…
When we grow onions in our gardens, we want them to thrive and taste great. One trick that makes a big difference is companion planting. Basically, this means putting certain plants together so they help each other out. Onions have a bunch of good neighbors that can keep pests away, use space well, and even…
Foraging Oregon is something we look forward to every year. There’s a real thrill in wandering through forests, poking around the coastline, and seeing what wild foods we can find. From sweet berries to mushrooms tucked under fir trees, and even edible seaweed at low tide, it feels like Oregon’s outdoors is always serving up…
Every late summer, we find ourselves drawn outside, baskets in hand, looking for what’s ripe and ready in Wisconsin’s wild spaces. Foraging Wisconsin isn’t just about getting free food—it’s a way for us to slow down, learn from nature, and maybe even fill our freezer for the months ahead. Whether we’re picking berries along a…
April is a busy month for anyone who likes to eat with the seasons or preserve food at home. We see the first real wave of spring vegetables and some early fruits showing up at farmers’ markets and in gardens. Sometimes it feels like everything is ready at once, and figuring out how to keep…
We’ve been looking into whether growing garlic can actually be a profitable venture. It seems like a lot of people are interested in it, and we wanted to break down what goes into it. From the initial costs of getting started to how you actually sell your harvest, there’s a lot to consider. We’ll walk…
June is such a fantastic time for us in the garden. Everything is really starting to take off, and we’re seeing the first real wave of produce. This is the perfect moment to think about how we can enjoy these flavors long after the summer sun fades. We’ve put together this june preserving guide to…
We’ve always been drawn to the idea of finding our own food, a connection to something older and more real. Florida, with its warm weather and unique landscapes, offers a surprising bounty if you know where to look. From sweet berries to earthy mushrooms and tender greens, there’s a whole world of edible wild plants…
We’re excited to share our journey into the world of foraging in Colorado. The mountains offer so much, from tasty wild greens to plants that can help us feel better. We’ve been learning how to find and identify these natural gifts, and we want to bring you along. It’s a great way to connect with…
