This summer, I had the sweetest surprise—not just from the peas themselves, but from the people who grew them. A local family here grows peas, and this time they did something extra generous: they opened their fields and let locals pick up to three liters for free! No charge. Just come, pick, and take home … More Freezing Peas for Winter
Basket Full of Pears: Juice and Jam for Winter Autumn brings an abundance of fruit, and this year, I was lucky enough to get a basket full of juicy pears from Janis’s parents. They looked so perfect and succulent that I couldn’t resist turning them into something special. Using a juice steamer, I made fresh … More Exotic Pear Jam and Juice Recipe: Preserve Autumn’s Bounty for Winter
Hello everyone! I recently had a delightful surprise at a friend’s birthday party: I came home with an enormous 15-kilo box of stunning apples! (It was so heavy, I could barely lift it!) Sunday became an apple extravaganza as I spent the entire day processing these fruits. And believe me, 15 kilos is a mountain … More A Fun Apple Adventure: From Party to Winter Storage
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