It is possible to enjoy festive body care products without any artificial fragrances and other nefarious ingredients. This Spiced Pine Hair Rinse gets its scent and beneficial properties from pine needles and a blend of festive herbs, without any of the toxic additives found in conventional shampoos.
One of my favorite holiday rituals is the festive feast we have every year. Our family’s traditional Christmas dinner features pork ribs slathered in homemade pine barbecue sauce.
Though an unconventional addition to a Bloody Mary, whiskey adds an excellent depth of flavor to this classic cocktail. Infusing the whiskey with black peppercorns adds spicy, pungent notes that are characteristic of many pre-made Bloody Mary mixes.
These crackers are easy to make and come together with a few simple ingredients. They can be enjoyed on their own or paired with cheese or dip. They also make an unique addition to charcuterie boards.
An important aspect of Samhain rituals is reflecting on the cycle of life & death and remembering our ancestors. In Ecuador, Día de los Difuntos (Day of the Deceased) is a similar celebration that honors loved ones who have passed on. After living and raising my kids in Ecuador for the past several years, I find that many of our family’s seasonal rituals blend aspects of nature-based celebrations from the…
Brew up a batch of this magical color shifting herbal tea to sip this spooky season.
These herbal bath salts combine all-natural ingredients that help to uplift the spirits, soothe skin, and relieve muscle tension. They feature oatstraw (Avena sativa) and lemon balm (Melissa officinalis), two plant allies that are cherished for their calming effects.
Rejuvenate, tone, and nourish skin with a fall facial mask. Apples for Cosmetic Use apples and pumpkins can also be an all natural addition to your fall skin care routine. Try using homemade applesauce or puréed cooked pumpkin in DIY skin scrubs or face and hair masks for a simple way to enjoy the topical benefits of these fall favorites. Apples are rich in flavonoids, which have anti-inflammatory and antioxidant…
These cheery sourdough crackers are a delicious way to incorporate more health boosting turmeric into your diet. They pair perfectly with sliced cheese, liver pâté, and hummus or can be enjoyed on their own.
Colada de avena is a oat and fruit drink that is popular in Ecuador. You might also hear this beverage called refresco de avena, or quaker (after the popular brand of oats). It can be made with different fruits, but naranjilla, a delicious tart fruit, is one of the most common.