Heather O'Shea

A rustic wooden table set for a spring foraging meal. A wooden cutting board with intricate carvings holds freshly chopped stinging nettles, with a serrated knife resting beside them. A glass cup of herbal tea with floating nettle leaves is nearby. To the left, a loaf of artisanal bread sits on another wooden board, and a basket with decorated eggs and straw is visible in the background. The text overlay reads 'Spring Foraging: What’s Popping Up and How to Eat It.

Spring Foraging: What’s Popping Up and How to Eat It

by Heather O'Shea
February 17, 2025February 17, 2025

Ah, spring—the time when nature wakes up, and so do the foragers. If you’ve ever dreamt of eating your way through the woods like a… Read More »Spring Foraging: What’s Popping Up and How to Eat It

The Magic of Community Fruit Harvesting: Turning Backyard Bounty into Shared Abundance

by Heather O'Shea
February 16, 2025February 16, 2025

Ever walked past a tree bursting with fruit and thought, “What a waste!” while heading to the store to buy the same thing? What if… Read More »The Magic of Community Fruit Harvesting: Turning Backyard Bounty into Shared Abundance

Breaking Bread: From Zero to Sourdough Hero

by Heather O'Shea
February 15, 2025February 15, 2025

Do you love sourdough bread? Would you love to make your own but you’re not sure where to start? Then this course is for you!… Read More »Breaking Bread: From Zero to Sourdough Hero

A collage of three images showcasing homemade fermented sodas made with a ginger bug. The left image features three golden-colored swing-top glass bottles filled with a naturally carbonated drink. The middle image shows a glass of pale yellow soda next to a frosted bottle. The right image displays two bottles of a darker amber-colored fermented soda, one containing visible pieces of ginger. Text overlay reads: "3 Easy Homemade Sodas You Can Make with a Ginger Bug."

3 Easy Homemade Sodas You Can Make with a Ginger Bug

by Heather O'Shea
February 15, 2025February 15, 2025

Now that you have your ginger bug bubbling and ready to use, it’s time to turn it into refreshing homemade sodas! Unlike store-bought sodas, these… Read More »3 Easy Homemade Sodas You Can Make with a Ginger Bug

A split-image featuring two aspects of homemade fermentation. On the left, a ceramic fermentation crock labeled "ferment" sits on a kitchen counter, partially filled with a ginger bug starter. On the right, two tall, swing-top glass bottles contain a pale yellow, naturally carbonated homemade soda. The text overlay reads: "How to Make a Ginger Bug – Your Gateway to Homemade Fermented Sodas."

How to Make a Ginger Bug – Your Gateway to Homemade Fermented Sodas

by Heather O'Shea
February 15, 2025February 19, 2025

Introduction Spring is the perfect time for awakening and preparation—not just in the garden but in the kitchen too! If you’re looking for a fun… Read More »How to Make a Ginger Bug – Your Gateway to Homemade Fermented Sodas

An open Mylar bag filled with a colorful mix of freeze-dried vegetables and legumes, sitting on grass. The overlay text reads 'Freeze Drying 101: How to Use a Freeze Dryer & The Best Foods to Preserve.

Freeze Drying 101: How to Use a Freeze Dryer + The Best Foods to Preserve

by Heather O'Shea
February 10, 2025February 10, 2025

If you’re looking to level up your food preservation game, a freeze dryer is a total game-changer. Unlike traditional dehydrating or canning, freeze drying keeps… Read More »Freeze Drying 101: How to Use a Freeze Dryer + The Best Foods to Preserve

Container Gardening Start Guide - Grow your own food anywhere. Image of a wooden deck lined with potted tomato plants. A person wearing sneakers, a blue skirt, and some gardening gloves is watering them with a yellow watering can.

Container Gardening Starter Guide

by Heather O'Shea
February 6, 2025February 10, 2025

Grow Your Own Food Anywhere! Want to grow fresh, delicious food but don’t have a big backyard? Container gardening is the perfect solution! Whether you… Read More »Container Gardening Starter Guide

Beginner’s Guide to Fermentation: How to Make Sauerkraut & Yogurt

by Heather O'Shea
February 5, 2025February 17, 2025

*This post may contain affiliate links and I may earn a small commission when you click on the links at no additional cost to you.… Read More »Beginner’s Guide to Fermentation: How to Make Sauerkraut & Yogurt

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Homemade 3-Ingredient Snickers Bars

by Heather O'Shea
February 4, 2025February 5, 2025

If you love the classic Snickers bar but want a simple, whole-food version, these Homemade 3-Ingredient Snickers Bars are for you! Made with naturally sweet… Read More »Homemade 3-Ingredient Snickers Bars

Tiny Birds, Big Benefits: How to Raise Quail in Small Spaces

by Heather O'Shea
February 4, 2025February 5, 2025

Why Raise Quail? If you’ve ever dreamed of raising your own poultry but thought you didn’t have the space, quail might be the perfect solution!… Read More »Tiny Birds, Big Benefits: How to Raise Quail in Small Spaces