Smart Entertaining

The leaves are almost off the trees.

I kept telling myself I was going to get out and about with my camera before they were all gone.

I just barely made it.

I’d be lying if I said my heart didn’t sink a little when I noticed some of the most vibrant trees, the ones I stopped to stare at on long walks with Scout over the last few weeks, had lost some of their luster.

But it’s still a beautiful little pocket of time here in New England.

This time last year I was a crazy person.

I mean, more of a crazy person than I am under normal circumstances.

A year ago today, Artie and I were headed to the New Hampshire seacoast for our wedding!

photo by Birch Blaze photography

It’s hard to believe it’s been a year since that wonderful, whirlwind weekend.

Pardon my nostalgia. And alliteration.  But we couldn’t have asked for better.

We had a surprise October snowstorm which made the day that much more special.

photo by Birch Blaze photography

It wasn’t ideal for the friends and family who had to travel, that’s for sure.

But running through the snowy streets of Portsmouth, on Halloween weekend, in my wedding dress, with Artie and all our friends was a blast.

photo by Birch Blaze photography

This year October feels a little bit more laid back.

Busy with work just feels much more natural to me, than busy with seating arrangements, and curling irons, and place cards.

To celebrate our first year of marriage, Artie and I are going to eat the top of this here cake.

And do some hiking in the White mountains with the pup.

Who we are hoping will make it up, and down the mountain without incident.

And without contracting giardia. Again.

Sorry for over-sharing.  Here’s another sappy wedding photo to take your mind off of sick puppies

photo by Birch Blaze photography

About being busy with work, I’m going to be in New York for our wedding anniversary-proper.

Luckily, my sweet husband isn’t even giving me too much of a hard time about it.

He’s being quite supportive, actually.

Though I’m sure he’s keeping this one in his back pocket.

Just in case an ill-timed golf, or ski trip comes up.

He’s tricky like that

I told you I would keep you posted on my latest project for the Boston Globe, Smart Cooks

Where my recipes in the paper are paired up with online how-to videos I shot with Jesse Beecher.

For the 2nd video we made flank steak with chimmichuri sauce.

It’s simple to make, and outrageously flavorful, good in salads, and wraps, and with rice & beans…all of which you’ll hear about in the video.  You can find the recipe here.  And the Video here.

If you like the video, please share with your friends! And we’d love suggestions for recipes you would like to see in the column.

I’m off to celebrate our anniversary weekend, hope you are enjoying these chilly evenings, and warm days, with celebrations of your own.

Cheers!

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Summer is over, and fall is officially here.

I’ve already started braising, and baking, and breaking into beautiful squash.

This year was the first year we subscribed to a local CSA.

These farm shares are a great idea, you pay up front for a season of veggies, so the farmers have the cash on hand when they need it for planting, and the shareholders take home a box of beautiful produce every week.

It feels like Christmas.

Our share arrives on Monday, which is my craziest cooking day.  I used to always end up eating out on Mondays, but no matter how tired, or sick of cooking I think I am (it happens, on occasion), when I open up that box I’m always inspired.

Creamy, dreamy, shell beans

The pickup location is at Clover food Hub, where Artie and I grab breakfast nearly everyday.  Just a few blocks from the apartment, it couldn’t be more convenient.

Our share is From Marshal’s farm, and I’ve been so happy with it.  Not only are the veggies gorgeous, but we’ve had fruit all season long, from fuzzy peaches to honeycrisp apples.  I’m not usually good at eating enough fruit, because honestly, the mealy apples and flavorless stonefruit at the grocery store just never seem worth the price tag.

But the Fruit from Marshal’s farm is like candy.

Speaking of candy, we’ve also received local honey, and homemade fudge in the share on occasion.  What a treat!

I wanted to share a recipe I wrote eons ago, for an apple-plum crumble. It was the one of the first recipes I photographed for the Boston Globe, so please pardon the harsh lighting and awkward styling.

The crumble however, is delicious.  Made more so by a scoop of vanilla ice cream.

I also wanted to share a new project I’m working on over at Boston.com, called Smart Cooks.  I’m working with a fantastic videographer, Jesse Beecher, to make how-to cooking videos that accompany my recipes in the paper.  The first one, featuring a shimp and corn pasta dish was just released a couple weeks ago.  You can check it out here.  The next one should be coming out shortly, and I’ll be sure to post the link!

Hope everyone is enjoying crisp air and cozy sweaters. If you are looking for a little something sweet, try this recipe and let me know what you think.

Cheers!

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