Berry Interesting

The berry season is underway so why not take advantage of those fruity delights and mix them into a refreshing culinary surprise. Whether it’s a yogurt smoothie or an easy cobbler for the cookout, keep your eyes peeled. The berry mania is about to explode with the 4^th of July fireworks. Although the strawberries are calling it a wrap, plenty of other berries are coming into their own. And if you don’t find growing berries berry interesting or just don’t have the time, check out a local farmers’ market for a fresh stash. You might discover a U-Pick berry farm while vacationing or enjoying a leisurely summer day out.

But before we shove off to enjoy Independence Day, let’s not forget the herbs. If you’re a regular at Annie’s most of you know my favorite herb. Spearmint makes one of the best (and most popular) summertime drinks. Check out last year’s post. http://blog.bilowzassociates.com/2011/07/spare-me-spearmint.html

So before you launch off for your festivities, here’s a funny quote attributed to Stephen Colbert. “Hey yogurt, if you're so cultured, how come I never see you at the opera?” The month of July and all its garden surprise is a great time to make that morning yogurt a bit more hip and add some berries to the mix! So off we go. It’s time to kick back and enjoy the summertime garden and the upcoming 4^th. Happy Independence Day to all!

Image of freshly picked berries by Greg Bilowz

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