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Seaweed votives, a tale of craftiness on the high seas..... 25 Aug 2013 | 11:59 pm
We've been cruising for many moons, starting when my "baby" was still riding around in a baby bjorn on my belly. These days she struts out the door, oftentimes in my high heels, with great ease, and s...
keeping it cool, rosé and raspberries... 19 Aug 2013 | 08:49 am
As the temperatures peak in some areas {or even if it's declining}, an icy cold beverage becomes the pinnacle of importance, but why dilute a specially crafted drink by using ice? I favor serving drin...
Confessions of a Galley Wench, the Dagwood Sandwich... 17 Aug 2013 | 09:24 am
Here's a thing about boating: when you are underway {motoring}, the sailors are ALWAYS hungry, I mean almost ALWAYS. I don't know why it is. The boat motion? They're bored? The salt air? After years o...
going native, Squirrel Cove, Cortez Island... 12 Aug 2013 | 05:16 am
Before leaving for Desolation Sound the galley is stocked with an optimistic combination of ingredients {I'm eternally optimistic that Captain Splendid will keep our larder stocked with plenty of fres...
A Mermaid Cocktail Party, Walsh Cove... 9 Aug 2013 | 11:28 pm
Walsh Cove in Paddington Channel, Desolation Sound was the perfect point for a rendezvous with friends. One of the greatest pleasure about this section of the Salish Sea is the glorious, clear, warm w...
oyster, oyster, I've been thinking about mignonette sauce... 3 Aug 2013 | 10:23 pm
Some people prefer them straight up, or with just a dash of lemon juice or Tabasco, but I view oysters on the half shell as a great excuse to enjoy a tangy, flavorful Mignonette Sauce. This is a simpl...
Salish Sea Scallops... 1 Aug 2013 | 10:08 am
This time of year many Seattlites are heading north in powerboats, sailboats and seaplanes, seeking the warm water, rugged coastal wilderness and bounty of seafood that can be found off the Northern c...
Let Sedums reign... 29 Jul 2013 | 09:17 am
We're all looking for a little more freedom come summertime, aren't we?Freedom to enjoy all the pleasures of indoor~outdoor living. But, of course, we don't want to compromise on decor and beauty. A ...
Rise and shine... 24 Jul 2013 | 12:27 am
Honey scented peaches, crunchy, earthy chunks of walnuts, salty~creamy feta cheese, herbaceous chopped tarragon leaves, a voluptuous drizzle of olive oil and a couple of grinds of pepper... it may sou...
island charm, and a party on the tennis court.... 19 Jul 2013 | 10:56 am
A remote island setting, an expanse of natural surroundings, a colorful collection of old and new friends and a suggestion to head up to the party at the tennis court... what could be more inviting?....
