retrolillies – Page 27 – seasonal eats + sweet treats

July 30, 2012

Farmer’s Market Finds

It’s easy to get lost in a farmer’s market. Rows upon rows of beautiful, bountiful produce line the walls and bright colors and sweet, earthy scents abound. Everything is of the freshest quality- some bins hold tomatoes still on the vine, others hold sprigs of cut and bundled herbs, and still others house berries wet […]
July 30, 2012

Mint Lemonade

There’s something about lemonade that, to me, is irresistible. Maybe it’s the pale yellow color, or the sweetened pucker of juicy lemons? Whatever it is, lemonade is my go-to summer drink. A happy, frosty glass of it could immediately lift my mood. The addition of mint leaves is almost a no-brainer. Added to the cold […]
July 23, 2012

Pastry Decorating

I took a few simple pastry decorating classes over the course of the month, to learn and perfect some basic techniques and pick up new ones. I had a great time doing it, and knowing all these tips and tools will really come in handy. Of course, half the fun is eating the icing straight […]
July 4, 2012

July 4th

In advance celebration of July 4th, the county holds a large and festive outdoor concert and fireworks blowout a week before. Sitting there on a dark, grassy hill, listening to the booming fireworks and feeling the pounding in my chest was so peaceful, and elicited such pride in our country. The colors and shapes exploding in […]
June 25, 2012

Six Impossible Things

“Why, sometimes I’ve believed as many as six impossible things before breakfast!” -White Queen, Alice in Wonderland. Six impossibly awesome things. ∞ Sweet and chewy gummy bears from the candy shop ∞ ∞ Quickest way to add a personal touch to a room: a candid photo in an antique finish photo frame ∞ ∞ Funny statue near […]
June 21, 2012

Flowery Frock

In keeping with the 1st day of summer tradition, it’s been an incredibly hot day with the only respite being air-conditioned stores. The heat wave is supposed to last the whole weekend, so I’ll be wearing cool, comfortable dresses, swimming in the pool, and mostly staying indoors. Until then, there are still errands to do […]
June 20, 2012

Shopping for Inspiration

I love finding similar, but unique pieces in different stores and piecing together a pattern. When I’m looking for inspiration in freshening up my wardrobe, updating some of my accessories, or even choosing a nail color, I can always see what the trend in stores is and then make my own decisions based on what […]
June 13, 2012

Summer To-Do list

We’re always making grandiose plans for summer- and it’s not just us. Most everybody has a few things they want to accomplish, whether that’s finding time to try out a new Julia Child recipe, or revamping your bedroom decor. Here are a few simple things we’d like to do sometime in the summer (and showcase on Retro […]
June 12, 2012

Plum Wähe: A Swiss Plum Custard Tart

My grandmother makes food that is proof of the goodness of simplicity. She doesn’t fuss around with trendy ingredients or laborious techniques. Instead, she does everything with the careful precision that comes from her years of experience, and pays attention to even the minutest details, both of which result in dishes that are nothing short […]
June 4, 2012

Six Impossible Things

“Why, sometimes I’ve believed as many as six impossible things before breakfast!” -White Queen, Alice in Wonderland. Six impossibly awesome things. ∞ Bright and aromatic lillies blooming on my dining room table ∞ ∞ Light and delicious dinner: Spanish egg scramble with cheese, spices, and seasonal veggies ∞ ∞ Fun farmer’s market find: lychees at their peak and […]