Let's talk about tea towels. Often mistaken to be interchangeable with dish towels, they are not the same. There are so many ways to use them, and we're going to get into a few. Also, I want to give a shout out to "The Black Salt" in Hamtramck, Michigan. I visited them, and it was wonderful. I congratulate them on their opening, and look forward to many more nights of enjoyable teas and (non-alcoholic for me) cocktails. #theblacksaltbar

Sometimes appearances can deceive the eye, and goldthread at first may trick you into thinking its leaves are strawberry. But a closer look reveals a completely different plant and story. Let's share some things about an old plant that needs new ears. Coptis groenlandica is an awesome little plant. For an interesting bit of folklore, check out the blog "Die Blanzeheilkunscht: Deitsch Herbalism - Pennsylvania German Herbal Wisdom" and its post on this plants spiritual history at http://www.blanzeheilkunscht.com/2013/05/?m=1

Sometimes it's good to get back to basics. And if you're cooking from home, a well stocked spice cabinet can be the difference between bland and fabulous. Simple dishes can be made into something memorable by adding the right spices. In this episode we're going to go over the basic things that most people would like to have in their cabinet. They are not expensive, and should be accessible. In another episode, we're going to go over some of the more unusual spices.

Let's talk about pickled garlic in apple cider vinegar as a chicken, and human, feed. We'll also chat a bit about how to make a tasty treat with the eggs the chickens lay. Music "Tea Roots" Kevin MacLeod (incompetech.com)

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Eating to make ourselves feel better and to boost their own immune systems is something that many people do. I ran across a recipe that I loved and decided to share it here. I do make some tweaks to it to make it my own, but I want to give credit where it is due. I was first inspired to make my own version of this recipe by Charlotte Kikel. Also, special thanks to this episode's sponsor, Moonlight Mystic, in Wayne, Michigan.

I'm beginning to get a bit of spring fever, and it's not even spring yet. With everything that's going on in the world, I'm getting a bit of a headache too. This is a great time to plan my medicinal garden by planting feverfew. Let's get to know this plant, Tanacetum Parthenium.

It's cold outside, but we can bring some green indoors. Let's sprout some popcorn kernels. The microgreens are tasty. Also, we could even make our very own popcorn sprout home office fairy garden. Just beware the fairy children in the corn. Special things to today's sponsor "SOUL: A Seat At My Ancestor's Table" by Black Roux Culinary Collective of New Orleans, Louisiana. An exclusive culinary event by Celebrity Chef Maya. Get you tickets exclusively by visiting https://www.eventcreate.com/e/soul-2/. Find out more at www.blackrouxollective.com.

Happy Valentine's Day! Here's a recipe for Rose vinegar. If you received organic roses, this is definitely something you can make this week. Or, if you are planning your garden for this summer, this is something to keep in mind. I included a special dipping recipe in this episode. Special thanks to the music in this episode "Crinoline Dreams" by Kevin MacLeod (incompetech.com)

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This episode is really eggxtra eggciting for me. I like eggs. I have beeswax. And I have a cool stone crock. Let's do something new together. Please be advised that while this is a proven and time tested practice, it is not promoted by the National Center for Home Food Preservation. Now, let's get cracking.

I love my tricked out canes and walking sticks. Though I don't always use them, I like to look pretty when I do. Let's talk about how to decorate our mobility aids. Thank you for this episode's sponsor, Lovely Realms Enterprises, creators of magical events and products. Contact them via [email protected].