Category Archives: Beverages

Flummery with Framboise

This rich pudding has become a family favorite during the holiday season.  Flummery has an interesting history, and I will honestly say that if I had read the Wikipedia definition prior to trying it, I would have been turned off … Continue reading

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Streaked Mountain Herbs and Crafts

Last weekend we hiked Streaked Mountain with our friends from Streaked Mountain Herbs and Crafts. We packed a simple lunch of peanut butter sandwiches made with the last of our Harvest Hill Farm maple bread, apples, bananas and plenty of … Continue reading

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Pineapple-Strawberry Smoothie

This smoothie is made with homemade plain yogurt, fresh fruit, skim milk, ice, and a little brown sugar. Pineapple-Strawberry Smoothie 1 c. fresh pineapple chunks 1 1/2 c. fresh strawberries 1 1/2 c. homemade plain yogurt (or storebought vanilla would … Continue reading

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Homemade Yogurt-Part 2

I am pleased to say that the homemade yogurt was a success!  I was nervous about tasting it, and had braced myself for the worst possible flavor/texture and a dry heaving experience, or worse…  Fortunately no such experience was had!  … Continue reading

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Cider

One of my favorite places to visit in Quebec is the Isle d’Orleans, located just a short drive from downtown Quebec City.  There are many sights to see from farmland, to old homes, art galleries, maple sugar shacks, wineries, and … Continue reading

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Pumpkin Pie Soda

Today, while shopping for supplies at Axis Natural Foods, I stumbled upon a bottle of pumpkin pie soda.  Since pumpkin pie is one of my favorite foods, I thought it was worth a try.  It is definitely interesting! This soda … Continue reading

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