I’ve been having a great time learning the art of watercolour painting. Here a little peak into the process for one of my recent pieces.
Autumn Gems
As I was preparing to plant garlic, I discovered that our garden is still producing a lot of food. Tucked among the frost-wilted foliage, I found a variety of vegetables that are soldiering on in the cold. As I was … Continue reading
Summers End Salsas
It’s October, so the cool weather and rains are starting to settle in. I thought I had a bowl full of tomatoes and maybe a small box of peppers left to pick in the garden, but instead, I harvested all … Continue reading
Pie of the Storm
I am very grateful for the recent storm, which brought much needed rain to the Comox Valley. A bit of wind played havoc in my front garden. However, everything that was slightly damaged, or fell off its branch, I was … Continue reading
Batch Made Lasagna
Each year around this time, I make 5-8 lasagnas to preserve my own “fast food”. Each lasagna is filled with my own concocted meat sauce, Swiss chard, garlic, onions, peppers and oregano from the garden plus a cheesey centre layer. … Continue reading