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Falling for Fruits and Veggies
09.22.15
September is a switch over to fall fruits and veggies. At Melissa’s, the "hot thing” in fruit are Kiwi Berries that have a short season that lasts for only about 4-6 weeks. Kiwi Berries, cousins of the Kiwi Fruit, are luscious berries with smooth skin, delicate seeds and are similar in size to the grape. They are high in nutritional value and make excellent snacks. You can eat Kiwi Berries whole or serve chopped in fruit salads, or use as cereal and pancake toppings.
Other fall favorites from Melissa’s include Pomegranates, Quince and Persimmons with organic sweet pumpkin persimmons, Fuyu persimmons, cinnamon persimmons, and the more common bright orange Japanese persimmon.
Also, there’s a new crop of Dutch Yellow Potatoes grown exclusively for Melissa’s partner in the Magic Valley region of Southern Idaho and home cooks will love the recipes from "DYP's The Perfect Everyday Potato Cookbook" and ideas for the best comfort food: the potato.
The book is a delicious collection of dishes that highlight their creamy texture and buttery flavor, demonstrating their versatility as an ingredient that pairs equally well with fish, fowl or meat entrees.
There are 154 recipes, grouped according to the four seasons of the year, incorporating the fresh harvests of the day to enhance, support and combine with the DYP.
interiors
How to Transition Your Home From Summer to Fall
09.22.15
Design by a Chameleon
It's always bittersweet when Labor Day weekend rolls around, as we know that means it's time to say goodbye to summer. However, fall has an appeal all its own and the fact that it ushers in the holiday season makes it a special time. It's also a natural time to transition your home for the cooler temps that will be here before we know it. With simple things like swapping out textures and colors and adding natural elements into your décor, your home will be beautiful, comfortable and ready for the cooler days ahead.
Layer Your Home
Just like we begin to layer our clothes come fall, you can do the same with your home. Use differing but complementary colors, patterns and textures to add instant warmth to any room. Double up on pillows to make couches and beds extra cozy and try throwing sheepskins on your summery printed chairs, for texture and to create a warmer vibe.
Image by Home Polish
Swap Out Your Bedding
When you feel that first chill in the air, it’s a great time to freshen up your bedding for the fall season. If you had lightweight cotton bedding for the summertime, incorporate luxe, cozy textures like cashmere or a soft flannel for fall. Fresh shams and maybe a few new throw pillows in richer tones will complete the look.
Photo by Chameleon Design.
Ready Your Fireplace
Most of us don’t use the fireplace at all during the spring/summer months, so it’s likely that it could use a good cleaning to prepare for the cooler nights fall will usher in. A contractor of fireplace inspector will sweep the chimney and check for possible safety hazards, which is good to do once a year. If you prefer not to use your fireplace, you can create a beautiful and warm feeling with white pillar candles in varied sizes.
Photo by Chameleon Design.
Prep Your Patio
Don’t neglect your favorite summertime space when the seasons begin to change. As fall ushers in, we experience some of the best weather of the year and evenings spent outdoors are lovelier than ever. Look into inexpensive fire pits if you don’t have a built-in and throw some machine-washable blankets on the outdoor furniture to fight that slight chill.
Photo by Chameleon Design.
Pay Attention to Your Plants
One of the prettiest and most inexpensive ways to decorate for the fall season is to put foliage, flowers, and produce on display. Bring in an armful of cut branches or fill bowls with apples, pears, pomegranates, and nuts. Pumpkins and gourds are perfect in October and November.
Image by Florali.
Dim the Lights
Candles add a perfect touch to fall decor. As the days get cooler and we want to curl up with blankets, good books and warm cups of tea, a candle-lit room creates a perfect fall ambiance. Change the fragrance of your candles so they have more of a holiday feeling. Go for a warmer, muskier scent- we love Le Labo’s Santal 26 and Diptique Fig.
Photo by Barney's New York.
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