Secret Nut Sale

This week seems to be full of exciting finds (not the cat litter). Another thing that happened is The Husband’s Father and The Husband’s Mother took me to the secret nut sale. It is quite secret squirrel; not too many people know about it. It is one morning a week, it is not advertised and there are … More Secret Nut Sale

New Fences And Things That Shouldn’t be in The Garden

So, my bamboo plan didn’t pan out last night. The Husband had to work late, and he can’t really control when he finishes each job he has to do. Never mind, we will try bamboo hunting again tonight. I had plenty to keep myself busy yesterday anyway. I spent a large chunk of the day with The … More New Fences And Things That Shouldn’t be in The Garden

What Shall I Put on my Sandwiches? #1 – Egg Salad

I have developed a little bit of a dislike for processed ham. It’s not particularly good for you, it doesn’t taste that great and it makes waste with its packaging. When you make salad-type sandwiches, at least in New Zealand, they typically have ham, lettuce and tomato on them. And maybe some extras like cheese, … More What Shall I Put on my Sandwiches? #1 – Egg Salad

Makin’ Mayo

I have been making my own mayonnaise for a wee while now. It is easy, fresh, preservative-free and tasty! The recipe I use is Whole Egg Mayonnaise, posted by rfmommy on Allrecipes.com. It uses whole eggs, so there is no waste, no fiddling around and no parts of eggs sitting around looking for homes in … More Makin’ Mayo