Posts from — March 2009

 I absolutely cannot wait for this cold weather to go away!  I am so ready for spring; better yet summer to get here.  I love the springtime.  Spring to me means that we get to start planting our herbs.  For those of you who have a heightened sense of smell like I do, we can really appreciate the aromatic scents that tickle our noses in the summer time.  But now is the time to get all of those fresh herbs potted.  I do not have a green thumb, however,  The Herb Gardener does.  The Herb Gardener has some helpful hints on getting your herbs potted.  Check it out!

So Ryan and I made a trip to Galena, IL a few months ago. It was our first time there, so we didn’t know what to expect. First and foremost, it was COLD! Secondly, we found the coziest inn called Le Fevre Inn to help keep us warm. It was warm and our room had a large whirlpool tub big enough for two. The fireplace in our room gave the entire vacation a romantic ambience. Le Fevre Inn is about a 5-minute drive from the downtown area, which is sprawling with little artsy shops, boutiques, inns, novelty shops, tasting rooms and restaurants. Amongst the shops, we stumbled across the Galena Garlic Company. We were just going to keep going past the shop, but it was so cold (and it smelled so good), we couldn’t resist going it. There was so much to choose from, it was almost overwhelming (in a good way). I narrowed it down to the Greek Garlic blend and the Galena Garlic blend. They are nothing short of amazing. The Greek Blend is amazing to rub on chicken and bake until crispy. All you have to do is add a little chicken stock and a dash of white wine and viola! Perfection! If you are going to make a trek to Galena, definitely check out Le Fevre Inn as well as the Galena Garlic Company. You won’t be disappointed.

Looking for something to make you sweat?  Looking for a condiment to put on just about everything?  Check is Chili Garlic Sauce out.  It’s one of Ryan and I’s favorite condiments.  We put it on pizza, we put it in chicken soup, we eat it with pot stickers or egg rolls.  The options are endless.  This tiny little jar is packed with some heat!  You can find it in any oriental store or at your local grocery store.  Its usually in the Asian section.  Check it out, try it and let me know your thoughts!