One of the best things about the fall in North Carolina is being able to go to the apple orchard. Living where we live in Western North Carolina is ideal for easy access to a multitude of orchards and Chris and I ventured to one Continue reading →
Brussels Sprouts Apple Salad
I had a plethora of brussels sprouts in my fridge last week and decided I needed to find another way to use them other than roasting or steaming them. I have always loved them and now it seems they are the veggie of the year. Continue reading →
Apple Oatmeal Cookies
Apples are in season right now and what better way to share the apple love than to mix up a batch of apple oatmeal cookies? These are moist and delicious and I like to think that the freshly ground nutmeg give them just hat little Continue reading →
It’s All Apples on Teapot Tuesday
Apples are a favorite thing in the fall and Teapot Tuesday proudly features one of the several apple themed teapots in my collection. Who would have thought apples were a teapot theme, right? This one is an especially nice one that brews up a great Continue reading →
It’s Apple Season in North Carolina
If you are an apple lover this is the time of year that you love. Especially if you live in our area. Hendersonville, North Carolina is “apple central” and since it is just a hop, skip and a jump from us we took advantage of Continue reading →
A Trip to the Big Apple – Apple Picking at Barton Orchards
A trip to New York City is always exciting for me. Visiting our son and daughter in law is at the top of my list of favorite things. I should definitely add it to my list of things that make me happy that I wrote Continue reading →
Favorite Fall Recipe – Amazing Apple Dip
Fall is the best time to find the freshest apples around. I love all of the different varieties and it seems like I find a new favorite every year. With the air turning crisper and the leaves starting to change colors it reminded me that Continue reading →
Slightly Sweet Saturday – Easy Apple Cranberry Cookies
If you are like me you are loving all of the apple varieties that are around during this time of year. In North Carolina I have found a lot of different kinds and am loving trying them all out. I wanted to make a few Continue reading →
Slightly Sweet Saturday–Apple Dip
A great fall recipe that is simple and sure to please the most discerning palate. Don’t miss out on all of the great apple varieties that are featured this fall. There are a ton and now is the time to make some dip to go with them. Continue reading →
I’m In Love
It’s true. I am in love. I just discovered a new apple. It is delightful! AND it comes from New Zealand! One of my favorite places in the whole world! Ran across the Sonya apple at Target yesterday and bought a couple just to try Continue reading →