Author Archives: marisa

Blood Orange Shrub

Posted on February 2, 2012 by marisa

I’ve been thinking about making a blood orange shrub since they first rolled into my local markets. After all, their ruby color just screams to be made into a fizzy drink. And though I went crazy for shrubs (also known … Continue reading →

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Finding Equipment: Greensgrow Farms in Philadelphia

Posted on February 1, 2012 by marisa

I was recently out at Greensgrow, an urban farm in Philadelphia’s Kensington neighborhood and got a chance to take a peek at their canning cabinet. They have just about everything a home canner could want (and at competitive prices, too). … Continue reading →

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Giveaway: The Fresh Girl’s Guide to Easy Canning and Preserving

Posted on January 30, 2012 by marisa

I’m a little bit embarrassed to admit this, but I’ve had two copies of this book in a pile on my desk for nearly a year and a half. I’m not sure what kept me from looking at it more … Continue reading →

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Small Batch Blood Orange Marmalade

Posted on January 29, 2012 by marisa

When I first started making marmalade, I thought it was the same as any other preserve. Chop the fruit, combine it with sugar and cook until set. I didn’t realize that citrus needed a more specialized treatment. You either need … Continue reading →

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Cuppow Winner

Posted on January 28, 2012 by marisa

Many thanks to everyone who took the time to enter the Cuppow giveaway and share your morning beverage ritual. I loved hearing about all the different ways that you all start your mornings! The winner of the Cuppow is commenter … Continue reading →

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Classes at The Pantry at Delancey in Seattle and an Event at the Book Larder

Posted on January 25, 2012 by marisa

Every time I announce my class schedule, I hear from bunches of you that you wish I could come and teach a class in your town. This summer, I’m going to be doing a bunch of traveling and teaching as … Continue reading →

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Cuppow Review and Giveaway

Posted on January 24, 2012 by marisa

When I worked in an office, mason jars were a regular part of my commuter food world. I layered oats and yogurt into wide mouth pints for breakfast and I toted coffee in those discontinued pint and a half jars … Continue reading →

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Upcoming Classes for February through May

Posted on January 23, 2012 by marisa

January has been a blessedly quiet month for me. I haven’t taught a canning class since the beginning of December. It’s been a nice break, but it’s time to get things moving again. If learning to can was one of … Continue reading →

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Photos From the Food in Jars Flickr Pool – Citrus Edition

Posted on January 22, 2012 by marisa

Did you know that there’s a Food in Jars Flickr group? Head over, join up and add your gorgeous jar-centric photos. I love seeing what’s coming out of your kitchens! Kumquat Habanero Marmalade from Rebecca at Cakewalk. I love that … Continue reading →

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Canning Kit, Book and Jar Lifter Giveaway Winner

Posted on January 21, 2012 by marisa

Thanks to all of you who took the time to share the home canned products you’ve most enjoyed so far this winter season. It was such fun to read about all the things you made last summer and fall and … Continue reading →

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