Kombucha Cha Cha

My kombucha momma and it's 1/2 baby. Makes a parent proud.

I need to get back to my kombucha brewing. I got into it in September and have only made a handful of batches. Often, they come out sweet, which makes it nice for those who don't like the traditional taste of a stronger brew. I do think, however, that I'm going to start letting them sit a week or so longer and see what the taste ends up like. I usually flavor with ginger, pomegranate (when available), or lime/ other citrus.

I highly recommend brewing some of your own, its delicious! See if you have a friend that brews and can spare an extra SCOBY. If you can't find out any there then check around your local food co-op and ask around.

Lemon Verbena

Also known as Aloysia citrodora.

“Lemon verbena leaves are used to add a lemony flavor to fish and poultry dishes, vegetable marinades, salad dressings, jams, puddings, and beverages. It also is used to make herbal teas, or added to standard tea in place of actual lemon (as is common with Moroccan tea). It can also be used to make a sorbet. In addition, it has anti-Candida albicans activity”

A bunch of this stuff was harvest around the co-op property a few weeks ago and now it's all drying out around our houses. Smells great and makes for a delicious before bed tea.

All is Right

As I predicted, once my midterms were done I had a hell of a night. Full of music, good friends, tasting treats and some wine and whiskey. This morning I woke up super early and got tons of random produce including: bok choy, spinach, red onions, sweet potatoes, peppers, and more. The kitchen of 911 Arthur street is going to be producing some mighty fine aromas this weekend.

The Day After

Surreal events of the night. The wine has been all but drank up and the candles have burnt down to their very base. It is a beautiful morning, a break between the overlooking storm clouds.

A Mason Jar

With some extra dramatic lighting. Enjoy.

Days of Channukah

Yes yes, I know the Hanukah is over, but here is one of the pics I took during the third night of the festival of lights. My pal wanted me to get a shot of his He'Brew beer (the chosen beer) and his Brother Thelonious ale (yes, that is a picture of thelonious monk there). Good stuff.

Soda Bottles

We have so many soda bottles that we need a new bookcase to keep them in. It's getting intense. Maybe jake should finally put up that extra shelf....*hint*hint*

We're closing in on 50 bottles.

Drinkin Outta Salsa Jars

Beats drinkin' outta cups.

Post Picnic Day

There are soooo many of these lying all over Davis. Picnic Weekend was crazy.

Rain is Back...Again

I propose a series of tribalistic dances and sacrifices to please the weather. I also wouldn't mind some hot chocolate.