I’m Kali. Oregon mama, farmer’s wife and creator of the Potager book and blog. Join me and as we cook and garden through the seasons!
Weeds. They’re everywhere. We all face them. Noxious weeds, invasive weeds, weeds that choke out beneficial plants and weeds that must be pulled. Ever notice that positive words are hardly ever used alongside the term “weeds?” Today we’re going to dive into all things weeds.…
There’s something about Spring that makes me want to lighten everything up. I’m currently repainting all the trim in my house a nice bright shade of white, swapping out my dark, heavy winter clothing and even lightening things up in the kitchen. I made this…
Homesteading is a beautiful way of life, full of simple pleasures and tangible rewards. It takes us back to our roots and can be infinitely better for our health; reasons why so many people have gravitated towards this lifestyle. But in our modern era of…
Strata is a dish made from chunks of bread. Usually an assortment of meats, cheeses, veggies and/or herbs are added as well. Then an egg + milk mixture is poured over the top, it is covered with cheese, and the dish is baked. My Strata…
When we bought our homestead in November 2020, it was the beginning of Winter, the landscaping was dormant and dead and we were entirely focused on getting the interior of our cottage to a livable state. And I use the term “livable” loosely. We lived…
There are a couple things that my family simply cannot survive without: homemade yogurt and this Go-To Granola. I make them every single week, without fail. A bowl of this granola, mixed with yogurt or even drizzled with raw milk is an easy, healthy way…
Everybody loves Spring flowers. They are a reassurance that Winter is over, Spring is on its way and there will be sun, warmth and LIFE again. The only thing about Spring flowers is that some of them are here today, GONE tomorrow. Here’s a few…
It’s no mystery to me why gardening rose to the top of list of new hobbies acquired during the Covid years. Aside from all of the many benefits, I think it’s SUPER fun! But in case you need to be reminded why digging in the…
Planning a garden on a tight budget is not only doable, but smart! Save money, time and effort by getting your plans laid out and ready to rock!