“Fall: bright flame before winter’s deadness; harvest; orange, gold, amber; cool nights and the smell of fire" -Shauna … [Read More...]
Removing Melted Wax from furniture
Let me tell you a little story...I love Scentsy, the flameless electric candle warmers. I can change the scent depending on my mood, some of them also glow so I use … [Read More...]
Giant Custard Tart (Tarte de Pastel de Nata)
The Pastel de Nata, custard tart, is one of the most famous Portuguese treats. Made famous by the Pastéis de Bélem, it can now be found in bakeries and … [Read More...]
Piódão – A Step Back In Time
Piódão, Historical Village in Central Portugal (photo credit) The historical village of Piódão is indeed a step back in time with a fairy tale ambiance and … [Read More...]
Apple Zucchini Muffins
Every year my vegetable garden gives me more zucchini than I need...so I have found that shredding it and freezing it … [Read More...]
Work or Volunteer in Portugal
Lisbon, Portugal I have always been interested in working abroad. To my delight I have found several exciting … [Read More...]
Crusty Bread
I will break any diet when I come face to face with warm crusty bread...pass the butter or the Quince Marmalade! Bread … [Read More...]
DIY Repurposed Old Tires
The other day Margaret told me an endearing story that I must share with you. Her father had an old tire hiding in the … [Read More...]