by darlene@picklejarstudios.com | Jul 27, 2021 | Appetizers, Christmas, Easy, Food, Happy Hour at Home, Holidays, Snacks
You can improvise a cheeseboard (or snack board, charcuterie board) for any occasion and season if you remember some simple rules… Boards are so easy and endlessly customizable. Should you choose to go with whatever looks good to you, or a fun theme (“backyard...
by darlene@picklejarstudios.com | Aug 15, 2016 | Appetizers, Bread, Food, Homemade Condiments, Snacks
I think the easiest thing for me to make (and eat) is any kind of dip or spread. Homemade nibbles are such a unique thing to serve at a party, and you can tailor them to the season or meal so easily. People always remember a good homemade appetizer — it’s...
by darlene@picklejarstudios.com | Jul 9, 2016 | Gluten-Free, Kitchen Tools, Snacks, Sweet Sundays
I guess I’m a traditional girl in disguise. If you look at my life (living with my boyfriend/fiance, not married yet and no near wedding plans, went back to school as an adult) I would not really look I am into rules, order or tradition. I think I’ve just...
by darlene@picklejarstudios.com | Jun 3, 2016 | DIY, Food, Snacks, Travel
If you invite me to go on a road trip with you, anything that is an hour or longer, I will bring snacks. I will also bring extra water, sunscreen and music. This is what happened on a recent trip to Medford, OR with a couple of girlfriends. Nothing makes driving more...
by darlene@picklejarstudios.com | Sep 4, 2015 | Appetizers, Holidays, Snacks
I think we need a little party. Let’s shake it up, crack open some wine, and rip apart some really good bread. Oh yea, you know what I’m talkin’ about. One jar of this stuff and you’ve got an instant party–anytime, anywhere! I first...
by darlene@picklejarstudios.com | Aug 22, 2015 | Appetizers, Snacks
I think the turning point for my relationship with cooking was in college. I get asked this question a lot, and it’s something I’ve thought about carefully. I used to make cookies and brownies with my mom growing up, lick the beaters or the bowl and...
