Author Archives: Marisa

This afternoon, while most folks were getting ready for their Superbowl parties, Scott and I walked to the Race Street Pier and back. It’s about five miles roundtrip and though it was cold, it felt so good to be outside … Continue reading →

I taught a canning class this morning for the first time in nearly two months. It was nice to get back into the swing of things. To celebrate, I got a little treat from Capogiro.

A couple weeks ago, a friend gave me some of her sourdough starter. It’s something I’ve wanted to know and explore for a long time. I’ve baked two loaves now and the second one, which is the one you see … Continue reading →

I pressure canned beans for the first time today. It’s something I’ve know was possible in theory for a long time, but never put into practice. I’m still working on the technique to get the best quality beans, but I … Continue reading →

A beautiful, warm day in Rittenhouse Square.

When I was in Portland back in December, my mom and I packed up a box of overflow books and things to mail. It got lost in the mail and only finally arrived today. When I opened it, I was … Continue reading →

A Monday afternoon pick-me-up from my local Starbucks. My mother-in-law gave me a gift card for Christmas this year and I’ve been saving it for those moments when I need a lift. Today I felt foggy and generally off all … Continue reading →

The view of Philadelphia from the steps of the Art Museum. Scott and I spent the afternoon walking around city and made our way up the Schuylkill River path to Boat House Row and the museum. It really is a … Continue reading →

Treats from a winter farmers’ market. Market Day makes the best canele I’ve ever tasted.

The weather has been gorgeously unseasonable of late. So much so that I put away my work a couple of hours early today and walked around the city. I got home to a energized neighborhood just as dusk was settling.