Year: 2009

Wildflower watch begins

Posted on March 1, 2009 by - Gardening

Often the very first blooms of the spring go unnoticed in a secluded woodland spot, but wildflowers are tough and hardy to weather when grown in woodland conditions.

To Keep an Inn

Posted on March 1, 2009 by - Spotlight

Thinking of becoming an innkeeper? Learn about the history of Bed & Breakfast inns and get some tips from innkeepers.

Anita: Taking a chance on location

Posted on March 1, 2009 by - Weddings

When Dave and I got engaged, we knew we wanted to have the wedding in a place where our guests could relax and enjoy themselves for the weekend. We chose Cape May because my parents have a house there and his parents have vacationed there over the years. Our wedding date was before the season… Read more »

For the Love of Chocolate

Posted on February 1, 2009 by - The Persnickety Chef

Food and holidays often become intertwined with the original connection lost through time. It is doubtful that the Pilgrims and Native Americans dined on turkey at the first Thanksgiving, but I challenge you to serve something else on the fourth Thursday in November. It is also doubtful that any of the three St. Valentines that… Read more »

The Fuss Over Tussie Mussies

Posted on February 1, 2009 by - Gardening

February is a special month and the shortest on the calendar. The hours of daylight get a bit longer each day. Buds and other plants begin to quicken and suddenly send forth green or blooms.