A Decadent Cozy Corner
Photograph by STEVE PARKE
A beautiful room is like a long, luscious drink of whatever restores you. Your home should both delight your body and...
Faerie Fondue with Thyme
The common and spicy herb thyme has a surprisingly colorful history of magical and mystical uses. Dating back to ancient Rome, thyme has long...
A Romance with the Land
You might be forgiven if, at first glance, you think the images contained in the Instagram account @blackbirdandgoose are part of an advertorial campaign....
Victorian Sponge Cakes for Flora
RECIPES AND PHOTOGRAPHY BY DANIELLE PROHOM OLSON
(A.K.A. GATHER VICTORIA)
Infused with rose water, filled with primrose custard, topped with a dollop of rose cream, and...
Hen of the Woods – Fabulous Fall Fungi to Forage
Discover the fabulous fall fungi, Hen of the Woods, also known as maitake or Grifola frondosa. This rosette-shaped mushroom is not only a forager's delight but also a versatile culinary and medicinal powerhouse. Learn where to find it, how to prepare it, and unlock its potential health benefits. Whether you forage or purchase it, Hen of the Woods will elevate your autumn culinary adventures.
Pumpkin Witch: The Enchanting Origins of Pumpkin Magic in Halloween Tradition...
Unearth the Magical Legacy of Pumpkin Witches: From Protective Talismans to Pumpkin Spice Blessings. Dive into the enchanting history and significance of pumpkins in our fall traditions, revealing their mystical powers and their role in keeping you safe. Join Miss Wondersmith's coven as they infuse pumpkins with white magic, ensuring the protective pumpkin spells continue. Discover the bewitching origins of your favorite autumnal flavors and traditions, and learn why Pumpkin Witches are far from "cutesy." Embrace the ancient magic that surrounds you this season.
Make a Cozy Corner in the Garden
Since my entire home reads like an ode to a trader on the silk route, creating a decadent cozy corner felt a bit redundant....
Brewing Peridot
A mysterious green liquor sparkling with clarity and infused with the healing powers of over a hundred different herbs—it sounds like a potion out...
Winter Holiday: Croquembouche
RECIPE AND PHOTOGRAPHY BY DANIELLE PROHOM OLSON (A.K.A. GATHER VICTORIA)
What could be more decadent than a lofty spire of cream puffs magically held together...
Spring Time Fiddlehead Recipes
Fiddleheads, or the furled fronds of a young fern, might be one of the most alluring of vegetables, available only fleetingly every spring. The...