Homestead RVA

09/01/2025

I don’t know why it is that when I make something on the fly, it comes out so much better than recipes! These are sprouted bean cakes with super seed flour and Kala Jeera. So tasty!

09/01/2025

I don’t like killing nature, even little insects, but they have been coming through the back door and swarming Snug’s food. I tried a water moat bowl underneath, but it got gross when the food would fall in there. I tried cinnamon oil and rosemary, lemon grass and so many things that worked for a minute, but we’re not effective long-term. One application of ginger oil along the doorway, and done. Zero ants!

08/31/2025

I love that my only squash, pumpkin or melon that actually survived this year was a volunteer in the front of my yard, in the neighborhood where everyone wants perfect lawns. I keep things up just enough with my little quiet battery Weedwhacker so I don’t get too much of a side eye while still allowing the wonderful normal biological diversity to rage free, like sweet little ferns and violets.

07/30/2025

You say tomato…

07/28/2025

with garden tomatoes, a heavy drizzle of good olive oil, red chili flakes, and a chunky salt. Soooo gooood!

06/16/2025

truth

06/15/2025

The Clean 15
1. Avocado
2. Sweet Corn
3. Pineapple
4. Onion
5. Papaya
6. Sweet Peas Frozen
7. Eggplant
8. Asparagus
9. Cauliflower
10. Cantaloupes
11. Broccoli
12. Mushrooms
13. Cabbage
14. Honeydew Melon
15. Kiwi
The Dirty Dozen
1. Strawberries
2. Spinach
3. Kale
4. Nectarines
5. Apples
6. Grapes
7. Peaches
8. Cherries
9. Pears
10. Tomatoes
11. Celery
12. Potatoes

06/07/2025

TOMORROW, SUNDAY 12-4!

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05/08/2025

Sometimes life gives you lemons, and other times, you get lemon gelato. 🍋 Served here with fresh berry compote, almonds, and pansies.

04/07/2025

THIS TUESDAY, PROTECT YOUR BABIES!

03/31/2025

My favorite time of year for a backyard bouquet! It’s also yard tea time. I’m thinking about doing a blog post if there is interest in foraging herbal teas. 🤩🌱

03/20/2025

It’s spring, and almond blossom symbolism is perfect: They embody renewal and rebirth, fresh beginnings and the cycle of life, as well as love and romance! 🤩❤️‍🔥 I’m making a flower syrup: the fragrance is light yet intoxicating, a bit like this brisk and lovely day.