Coconut Butter Chocolate Spice Tea Latte

I’m under the gun with a research paper, so I’ve decided now is a good time to start food blogging again. As I mentioned, my diet has undergone a major overhaul over the last few months. I’ve been gluten-free for about two months, dairy free for around three. A little background: I saw a doctor … Continue reading

The way things are

So hi! It’s been a while. Between teaching, working on my PhD, research, and the kid, it’s been a wee bit busy. I kind of ran out of time for thinks like cooking, blogging, sleep, eating…stuff like that. But then something odd happened. My digestive system started acting up. I thought it was stress, then … Continue reading

Strawberry Purple Basil Agua Fresca

Okay, this is actually destined to be another signature cocktail, but I haven’t found the right booze combination yet so I’m posting the non alcoholic version. I love trying different herbs and fruits, and the purple basil darkens the color of the strawberries to this beautiful burgundy color. The purple basil is also more anise-y … Continue reading

Cucumber Tequila Cocktail

Yes, a first here at CSA for Three. An alcoholic beverage. And dude, this one is so good. Almost entirely CSA sourced and so delicious. The proportions are very approximate, so modify to taste. 1 medium cucumber, peeled and seeded handful fresh mint leaves Juice from 3 Meyer lemons Water Agave Top-shelf silver tequila Crushed … Continue reading

Warming Ginger Mint Chai

This is a recipe my brother gave me. I am a huge fan of ginger, of chai, and of turmeric. All of which are supposed to enhance health and well-being during the cold, damp winter months. Whether or not this tea is the elixir of life that I think it is, it tastes really great. … Continue reading

Watermelon Lime Mint Agua Fresca

This week’s CSA box featured a lovely, ripe watermelon. I love melons, but I have a tendency not to use them up fast enough. So this time I used the whole thing in an easy to make concoction that is the perfect refreshing summer treat. flesh of 1 small watermelon lime juice to taste sugar … Continue reading