Sunday Salon, hosted by Deb Nance is a place where we get to share what has been happening in our lives. And, it's been a few weeks since I've posted here. Sometimes life gets in the way!
A friend and I started things off with a bang, well at least a good view of the current eruption. Having some delicious Volcano House pizza while viewing is the Bomb! Especially after taking in an art exhibit and demonstration by a fantastic Pyrographic Artist! 
On the other hand, for sheer fun and breaking into frequent laughter, there was my catching up with Janet Evanovich and her Stephanie Plum silly series. I'm caught up to here with, Game On: Tempting 28.
And, Alexander McCall Smith is always dependable for insight and wisdom, along with a good story. My latest read from his No. 1 Ladies' Detective Agency series, The Great Hippopotamus Hotel.
In the garden, my interesting subject is commonly called Lipstick Pod, otherwise known as Achiote, a tree from which I gathered some ripe pods to make a small batch of the oil. This spice is used in Puerto Rican cooking as well as others, as a flavoring and coloring agent in things like tamales, mole sauce and ceviche.
I was making a batch of Gandule Red Rice. A local favorite here in Hawaii.
Inspired by my current Reading: Be Ready When the Luck Happens, by Ina Garten. This recipe came from her book, Modern Comfort Food. Roasted Sausages, Peppers, Tomatoes and Onions served with Corn Polenta. Really a seriously good meal.
And, Brews
My latest experiment with Kombucha, is a second ferment (where the flavors are added and carbonation happens) of cacao nibs, cinnamon stick pieces, vanilla bean pieces and raw cane sugar. May it not explode!
Until next time! Have a wonderful weekend everyone.
