Monthly Archives: July 2025

If you’ve ever wondered what makes Puerto Rican food taste so rich and soulful, the answer is sofrito the heart and soul of the kitchen. This vibrant blend of herbs, peppers, garlic, and onion is a game-changer...

Hi, I’m Tiffany — home gardener, cook, and slow-living enthusiast from New Jersey. One of my favorite ways to use fresh garden ingredients is in bold, comforting meals my family loves. These Chicken Taco...

Summer is in full swing, and that means it’s time to highlight one of my favorite herbs to grow: this month, we're showing love to basil, a flavorful favorite in the kitchen and a real secret weapon in...

Good morning from my garden kitchen in New Jersey! I’m Tiffany, and today I’m sharing one of my absolute favorite ways to start the day is a Breakfast Veggie Bowl that’s hearty, healthy, and full of flavor...

I made this for the people I love. I don't eat octopus myself, but I grew up around this dish, and making it takes me straight back to my grandmother's kitchen. This particular batch came together through...

Some moments in life feel sacred, and for me, one of those was teaching my son how to make Puerto Rican pastelitos, just like my grandmother taught me. These crispy, golden turnovers are a staple in Puerto...

Sometimes the best meals aren't planned; they're inspired by what's ripe, what's ready, and what just needs to be used.This tart came together on a summer day when my garden handed me the most perfect...

Hey friends, Let’s get real for a second this July, my heirloom tomatoes are struggling. We’re talking blossom end rot: that sunken, brown spot at the base of a not-even-ripe tomato. And honestly? It’s...

This one’s a little humbling to admit, but if you’re looking at your lush bean plants covered in flowers but no podsI’m right there with you. It’s mid-July, the garden’s full and vibrant, and my pole beans...

As a proud Latina gardener, my backyard is more than raised beds and tools. It's a living reflection of my culture, my creativity, and my connection to the women who came before me. I grow organically...

Somewhere between lazy and magical is where this sangria lives. Not everything has to be from scratch. Not everything has to be from the garden. This summer, I’ve been leaning into the beauty of what’s...