Two years ago I trimmed my family’s grape vines in the springtime before they broke dormancy. They had overgrown and needed management, and for the previous few years had set grapes that then dried up before ripening. I learned that the plant’s excess vines might cause unripe fruit to ...
CHARLESTON — Calling all Mountain State bakers. First Lady Cathy Justice announced that her office will host a West Virginia Birthday Cake Contest in honor of the state’s 159th birthday — June 20. West Virginia residents are invited to create and submit an original cake recipe. ...
BY SIERRA ROSALES As we transition from winter to spring and beyond, it’s always ideal to consider which vegetables and fruits are in season. Produce in season is easier to find, more economical and it can be a great way to introduce different foods or different dishes into your normal ...
BY SIERRA ROSALES From Easter to Mardi Gras to National Pancake Day to Dr. Suess’ birthday, March brings an event for everyone to celebrate with food. And between these huge feasts of gumbo or green eggs and ham, there are still a lot of meals that can help balance your diet and your ...
BY ALDONA BIRD Fat Tuesday, Mardi Gras, Carnival — whichever name you choose, the holiday is upon us. My family’s tradition is to make doughnuts today, and then give up all sweets until Easter. I like this tradition. I like the doughnuts — yeasted and simple. Some years we make a ...
BY CHRISTELLE TEMPLE It’s about this time of year when I am dying for some sunshine — 70-degree weather with a light breeze, the ability to walk out with a light coat, and to see the flowers come in bloom. But, to cherish the present is more important than waiting for the future. There ...