Wood the 5th Anniversary Wedding Gift

Wood is the traditional choices for a fifth wedding anniversary.  It is also a choice that makes choosing a...

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Concord Salad Dressing

Maple Mustard Vinaigrette from Concord New Hampshire We feel almost as strongly about our maple syrup as we do our first in the nation  presidential primary status. I toss this salad dressing with bagged, washed salad greens just before serving....

Conway Salad Dressing

Pumpkin salad dressing from Conway New Hampshire This is a fall foliage favorite in the White Mountains. Ingredients 1-1/2 cups sour cream 3 cups pumpkin 1/4 cup red wine vinegar 1/8 cup garlic powder 1/8 cup of honey 1-1/2...

Portsmouth Salad Dressing

Cranberry Vinaigrette Salad Dressing Close to Maine the Maine border but twice as good on a bad day 1 can jelly cranberry sauce 1 cup lemon juice 1/4 cup sugar 2 1/4 cups cooking oil 2 1/2 teaspoons dry...

Little House Chopped Salad

This Fast Chopped Salad with Fresh Citrus Dressing is a satisfying salad with over-the-top taste when made with fresh ingredients from the summer garden.  Dial up the taste in winter - or anytime - with the addition of a diced...

Wood or Plastic Which is the Best Cuting Board?

Wood Cutting Board or Plastic?  The debate rages on, but new research says wood can be as sanitary as plastic, maybe more so.  That means you can feel free to choose the cutting...

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Are Wooden Cook Spoons Food Safe, Sanitary?

Wood spoons are safe for 100's of uses.  Since wood is naturally anti-bacterial, wood spoons and utensils are ahead of the game when it comes to being safe.  Hot water and a...

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Most Bamboo Products are cancer causing

Did you know that formaldehyde used in most bamboo kitchen items is carcinogenic? Price sensitive laminated wooden bowls boards are typically bowls made from Bamboo may not be not food safe. Please see the producer recommendations for food storage and...

Maintaining Your Wood Bowl

Wooden bowls are easier to maintain and restore than you might imagine.  If your bowl or board is dried out, or sticky to the touch, follow our recommendations to bring new life...

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Food Safe Finishes for Wooden Bowls and Wood Cutting Boards

We like mineral oil and beeswax best for non-toxic finishes for wood bowls, cutting boards and kitchen utensils.  Easy to apply, widely available and affordable.  Enough said?

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