Farm Notes & Recipes
100+ posts about our farm life.
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It Has Been an Absolute Pleasure
The art of storytelling is fascinating to me. Who hasn’t gotten lost in a good book or been transported to another world in a movie? I especially enjoy listening to … It Has Been an Absolute Pleasure
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The Joneses “Go Hollywood”
My husband, Peter, and I have always felt it vital that we open up our farm doors to the outside world. Transparency—in food especially—is an important element of building trust. … The Joneses “Go Hollywood”
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Quick & Easy Thai-Style Chicken Soup
Once you have your own homemade chicken stock on hand, you’ll be excited to make some soup. This modified recipe from America’s Test Kitchen is bright and satisfying, and quick … Quick & Easy Thai-Style Chicken Soup
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Holiday Hosting: Make Your Own Goat Cheese Log
We’ve all seen them in the grocery store, usually in the specialty cheese case: Vacuum-sealed goat cheese logs swimming in blueberries or covered in bland herbs. Why would you buy … Holiday Hosting: Make Your Own Goat Cheese Log
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Homemade Chicken Stock
Boxed or canned chicken stock and bouillon-type dehydrated stock cubes are super handy and an easy item to keep stocked in your kitchen. But if you thought for a moment … Homemade Chicken Stock
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Old Path Farm in Sauquoit, NY
As we head into the holiday season and look forward to family gatherings around the dinner table, I am always thankful for the farmers of the Mohawk Valley and beyond … Old Path Farm in Sauquoit, NY
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Post St. Farm in Franklin Springs, NY
I was fortunate enough to chat with Allie Howard of Post St. Farm in Franklin Springs this past week. Relative newcomers to the Clinton Farmer’s Market, I’ve had the pleasure … Post St. Farm in Franklin Springs, NY
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20 Years and Counting
It has been 20 years since Peter and I bought our farm and moved to the Mohawk Valley. I can hardly believe it myself! It seems like just yesterday that … 20 Years and Counting
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American Cheese Society Comes to Buffalo
The American Cheese Society’s (ACS) annual convention was recently held in Buffalo. A 4-day event, the activities ranged from local tours and tastings to information sessions on food safety, cheese … American Cheese Society Comes to Buffalo
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A Cheesy Summer Adventure: The CNY Cheese Trail
If you are looking for fun and interesting things to do this summer season, look no further than the CNY Cheese Trail! This group of 13 producers throughout the Mohawk … A Cheesy Summer Adventure: The CNY Cheese Trail
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Quarry Brook Farms in Sherburne, NY
I first met Kelly and Adam Perrin of Quarry Brook Farms at a farmer’s “meet & greet” at Piggy Pat’s some time ago—maybe 2010 or 2011. We have vended at … Quarry Brook Farms in Sherburne, NY
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Are there Antibiotics in Milk?
As a small business owner, I find myself wearing lots of different hats day-to-day, week-to-week, even minute-to-minute! I am regularly a saleswoman, delivery driver, bookkeeper, grant writer, veterinarian and more…it … Are there Antibiotics in Milk?