Minty Asparagus Salad

Along with my beloved yellow daffodils, there is one more thing that just screams “Spring!” to me. Can you guess? Probably. Considering the title and the pictures that are plastered all over. But I’ll tell you anyways… Asparagus! Asparagus has about a one-month time span in this neck of the woods, so when it comes, I […]

Asparagus Risotto with Peas and Mint {vegan}

I made some delicious risotto. It’s asparagus risotto with peas and mint to be exact. But before I tell you about it, I want to tell you all about how I was inspired to make it. And it involves a really fun day in Sicily with my dear ‘ole dad.  There was no way I […]

Mint Chocolate Chip Cupcakes

Come to find out, in Switzerland and other parts of Europe, you are expected to treat on your birthday. Whether it’s a meal, drinks, or dessert, it’s up to you to foot the bill or bring something to share. I think it’s great. You get what you want on your birthday! No need to worry […]

Homemade Peppermint Extract

Yesterday I went to Ikea for probably the sixth time since I have moved to this country. Ikea is unfortunately the one and only affordable home goods store in Switzerland, so we have grown a strong love/hate relationship in the past 6 months. 

Double Chocolate Mint Cookie Sandwiches

Three day weekends are the best. Whether you go out of town, or stay in, that 1 extra day off seems to make such a difference. Since Jon & I are headed to Europe in a couple weeks, we opted to stay in town this weekend. It turned out to be a weekend of good […]