There are some kitchen traditions that don’t need explaining — they simply make sense once you see them. Preserving citrus in honey is one of those gentle, old-world practices that turns something simple into something lasting. Slices of fresh citrus are layered with honey and left to rest, slowly infusing and softening into a fragrant, golden preserve. It’s a method that belongs to winter kitchens, when the air is cold, the light is low, and the work of the day is meant to b

Milk dough is one of the most versatile, reliable, and beautiful doughs you can master — and once you understand it, it becomes a foundation, not just a recipe in this lesson, I show you how I turn one simple milk-enriched dough into soft sandwich loaves, perfectly even burger buns, and tender dinner rolls. You’ll see how I weigh and shape dough for consistent results, how different pans change the bake, and the small details that make a big difference — like finishing with

For In Episode 2 of the Planning a Pantry Garden  series, I’m sharing how I take a full seed inventory and decide what actually earns a place in the garden. This is the step where planning becomes intentional — looking at varieties, purposes, and how each crop supports the pantry we want to build, not just the garden we want to grow. I walk through my complete seed collection, explain why I choose certain global and heirloom varieties, and show how I map seeds to future meals

Homemade Citrus Powders Every winter my kitchen fills with citrus — lemons, oranges, mandarins — and the peels are far too valuable to throw away. This simple larder staple turns what would normally be waste into one of the most useful flavor tools in the kitchen. Citrus powder is made by drying and grinding citrus peels into a fine, fragrant powder that can be used in both sweet and savory cooking. It replaces fresh zest, brightens everyday dishes, and allows you to carry ci