Author Archives: mainebelle

Harvest Haul: Pesto

Posted on August 3, 2011 by mainebelle

I made about eight cups of pesto to freeze last week and I’m heading back to the garden this evening to pick the rest of the basil. It’s such a treat to have pesto ready to go all winter long. … Continue reading →

Posted in Food & Cooking | Tagged basil, freezing, harvest, pesto | 1 Comment

Refurbishing: Vintage Lane Cedar Chest

Posted on July 28, 2011 by mainebelle

About a month ago, I found an amazing cedar wood chest at Goodwill. I first noticed it because it seemed like it was made out of solid wood (so rare these days). I walked up to it, lifted the top … Continue reading →

Posted in Thrifting | Tagged Cedar Chest, Citristrip Stripping Gel, Goodwill, Lane Furniture, Lane Sweetheart Chest, Refurbish, Thrifting | 21 Comments

Swiss Chard Loves Hot Weather

Posted on July 22, 2011 by mainebelle

As do most other items currently growing in the garden. This is the second year we have had a garden plot at the Portland Community Gardens location on North Street. It’s in a great location, lots of sun and great … Continue reading →

Posted in Uncategorized | Tagged basil, garden, golden beets, green beans, kale, lavender, local food, sage, swap, swiss chard | Leave a comment

Cucumber Salad with Feta, Dill and Tomatoes

Posted on July 22, 2011 by mainebelle

Well, I’m just going to launch right in! I’m very excited to start a blog to share my adventures in Portland, Maine – gardening, cooking, thrifting, writing, local history and whatever else comes up along the way. First up, a … Continue reading →