I have a small linen bag of dried lavender hanging on my bedpost. The herb is said to calm the senses and help with sleep. I'm not sure if it does anything for my slumber, but I do enjoy the romantic ...
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Raw Fig and Hazelnut Pizza with Caramelized Onions and Basil Sauce
The other day, we were taking a walk on the beach and recollecting our many summers spent on the Black Sea shore. Sochi (where the 2014 winter Olympics will be held) was where we usually stayed with ...
Baby Spinach and Strawberry Salad with Pink Dressing
When we first put together this plate of green, red, and pink, we were not expecting much of the result. After all, how surprising could four familiar ingredients taste when gathered in one ...
Raw Blackberry and Lime Miniature Tarts with Cardamom Ice Cream
I must confess, I never liked gathering blackberries. Their bushes are covered with sharp little thorns that make the process a bit unpleasant. But I'm always the first to approach a basket of freshly ...