by Helen Kain | Aug 14, 2016 | Family & Friends, Mains, Pasta & Rice, Recipes By Type, Sides, Simply Done, Summer Recipes
While my son Adam and I very much enjoy exploring multi-step, complex recipes during our vacation time, we are also on the lookout for tasty and quick dinners for workday meals. For Adam in particular, the advent of small fry has limited the time and attention he has...
by Helen Kain | Aug 12, 2016 | Antiques, Blue, Cobalt, Green, Simply Done, Summer Tablescapes, White
Adam and I made a number of grain salads during his stay, and the Barley Salad with Green Apples, Grapes and Cheddar called to mind the vivid green in this antique Ironstone pattern. I love the combination of apple green with deep navy – so unusual. I...
by Helen Kain | Aug 8, 2016 | Antiques, Purple, Simply Done, White
We have many varieties of hydrangea in Cape Cod, and this particular luscious purple is one of my favourites. It grows in full sun, with thick, spongey leaves more like a succulent than an hydrangea. I made the most of its presence with several arrangements...
by Helen Kain | Aug 2, 2016 | Family & Friends, Mains, Recipes By Type, Salads, Sides, Simply Done, Summer Recipes
Grain salads are quick, easy to make and very nutritious. They’re perfect to take to the beach whilst on vacation, or for lunch once back at work. Fine Cooking did a fabulous feature spread on creating grain salads with various combinations of...
by Helen Kain | Feb 25, 2016 | Antiques, Pink and Red, Simply Done, White, Winter Tablescapes
On the same day I snagged the Aynsley St. Clair set at The Elegant Garage Sale, a thrift store on Bayview in Toronto, I picked up an almost complete set of Baronesse White by Tirschenreuth. It’s white porcelain, so has its characteristic slightly grey...
by Helen Kain | Oct 7, 2014 | Black, Breakfast, Fall Recipes, Simply Done, Summer Recipes
Like most people, we tend to have a fairly quickly prepared breakfast throughout the week, but indulge in a more leisurely meal at the weekend. Whenever possible, I like to include some vegetables, particularly if it’s a late-morning meal....