Favorites List (September 2011) Recipe

We have tons of Seckel pears, and I made your pear cake from the archives. So easy and good! https://www.101cookbooks.com/archives/000725.html

Hi Heidi, I can really relate to your recent post. Was it a Pink Pearl apple? I was jealous last month when I learned about them as they are typically found on the West Coast. Then, on Friday, I had the pleasure of picking some off a tree in Northern Mass. where many heirloom varieties grow. Cutting them up for eating and a tarte, I just marveled in the gorgeous bright pink interior. After picking a massive basket of about 40+ heirloom apples, I've been browsing your recipe list for recipes to showcase these wonderful apples. HS: I think it was Victoria! :)

We're in Scotland, by the way!

Don't know if you have them over there, but my absolute favourite apple will soon be in season - and it's a short season - the Egremont Russet, which is a rusty brown colour through to greenish and tastes wonderfully nutty.. It could only be Autumn!

My wife and I love your blog and trying all of your new items. We live in MN and are fortunate to have good apples grown locally here. I was also privileged to eat the best apple I've ever had recently...it was the new "SweetTango" variety produced by the University of MN (where I am in grad school). If you have the opportunity, I would definitely recommend them!

If you like Garret Oliver's beer book you might also like this one The Great American Ale Trail written by my friend Christian DeBenedetti. It's a good travel companion. Wonderful list Heidi, btw. Thanks!

Your post begs the questions...what variety of apple were you eating? It sounds heavenly! HS: For some reason I'm blanking - but I'm 98% sure it was a Pink Pearl.

So many of these were lovely finds--thanks for sharing! Am loving the dream of staying at Hafa Sayulita, perusing the Oxford beer companion, and taking those cooking classes.

Sounds like an heirloom apple we have growing in our Orchard called 'Sops of Wine' :) Do you know if that is what it was?

I could unhinge my jaw simply based on the DESCRIPTION of that apple. How 'bout them apples?! Just kidding. I'm sorry.

I also enjoy this time of the year very much, there is something very charming in the yellow leaves, the weather is not cold , neither hot, but chilly in the morning, and the expectation of Christmas - yes, it is a good time!

I love the simplicity of the Celine clutch illustration. Sometimes all you need is a few strokes of watercolor. Thank you for the links. I'm eager to finish clicking through them while drinking my morning coffee.

Oh my gosh! Subscribing to Baker's Notes right this second! Also, man and I planned a trip to Barton Springs in Austin pretty much right after seeing it in Tree of Life.

I am the only one who's not looking forward to fall. I'd take 85F and sunny all year :) But I adore this list and thanks for all the awesome links!

Wow... that's an ode to an apple if I've ever seen one.

Love those hand towels. Also, having Dorie in your kitchen is always a good idea :)

I went to Sayulita for the first time in June. I loved it. I stayed at a different hotel (La Casona) but walked by Hafa to check it out. I think I'll stay there next time I go. It's a surfing town.

This brings to mind Michael Pollan's The Botany of Desire. Thanks for the links. Those Strandbeests - wow!

I love your favorites list! That pink leather clutch looks so cute, and that hotel in Mexico looks like a dream destination. Thanks so much for the recommendations!

You know how to make people want to eat an apple. I love this time of year too, the beautiful harvests, colors, and fresh produce! I’ve been up to my ears in zucchini, it’s fun trying to creatively use it up. Miriam@Meatless Meals For Meat Eaters