when life gives you
lemons, just Add them
in your recipe

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Two folded buckwheat crepes filled with arugula, mixed greens, and chopped nuts, served on a white plate atop a white cloth.

Lunch

Dessert

Dinner

Three glasses of amber-colored drinks with ice; one is garnished with a dried citrus slice, another with a sprig of rosemary, viewed from above on a white surface.

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Hi, I’m Jenn!

What do you do when you’re a retired chef with a passion for writing and cooking, and sharing recipes with the world? You start a blog – or 5 – and get busy! Here you’ll find some of those classic vintage recipes people used to rave about but no one seems to think about anymore. I bring them to you in their old glory, along with suggestions to bring them into the modern era!

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