Strawberry Syrup
Deep in the depths of winter there’s nothing quite like popping the lid on berries preserved from the summer. Strawberry season is my favorite time to make jams and syrups. The weather isn’t too hot yet so working over a hot stove isn’t too bad yet and they’re the first berry of the summer so you’re not burned out from all the other products you’ve put up. Continue reading →
Blackberry Cobbler
Blackberry Cobbler with Vanilla Ice Cream
This recipe has been in my family for quite a while. It’s one of the first dishes I made as a child. It’s fast, easy, and always popular. This is a personal adaptation of the basic recipe that introduces a hint of lemon to the crust. Please note that with the exception of the first four ingredients, the measurements are estimated. The filling of this dish is quite variable. Also, the amount of sugar needed for the filling will vary depending on the sweetness of your berries. Feel free to adjust to your taste. Continue reading →
First Burger
For my first restaurant review, I thought I’d go to first burger on the 1st of September. That has to be lucky right?
First Burger is located in Historic Downtown Albany, Oregon. They’ve been open for a couple of years but this is the first time I’ve been able to get there. I was intrigued by the way they advertised their local, fresh ingredients. This is their mission statement from their website, “First Burger is based on the simple idea of using the best possible ingredients available to make the best possible hamburger. We Oregonians are lucky that the best quality is local, natural and sustainable. First Burger strives to keep Oregon working; we hope that you will join us.” They also list their suppliers on their website, all of which are indeed local. Continue reading →
Willamette Food Adventures 