"So let the revelry begin." That captures exactly how I feel... I bet your trip to Italy reawakened all your senses to what the possibilities could be for producing a grand scale. But I suspect we're at least hope the Toronto has a farmers market similar to Montréal's Montreal's
Italy really did awaken all my senses, Ellen! I know you love Italy too.
Atwater Market in Montreal is indeed great. But I have a deep and abiding affection for our year round farmers market, filled with local producers and truly of the moment delicious things. We haven’t been bak since returning from Italy and I can’t wait for this weekend! 💕
Such a lovely post Elizabeth. The beautiful markets and the photos of the mouth watering produce capture my imagination. You describe the feelings many of us have about spring and the awakening of your senses after winter's very long slumber. Welcome home.
There is much I love about this post, Italian markets, shallot-tarragon butter and the coaxing of Spring. How lovely.
I felt for you, having to watch others enjoy warmer weather fruits while it was still so cold for you. But good things come to those who wait, and may your spring be even sweeter. 💕
Indeed! I know when the intense heat of summer is here I will long for these cooler temperate days. In the meantime what’s not to love about rhubarb and asparagus? 💕
This is the perfect season for gentle awakenings. You lovingly captured the essence of Spring in every sentence, every bite! Asparagus and Morels are poster children of the season, aren’t they? Thank you for sharing Elizabeth!
I love how your words are in tune with the season - I can only aspire to your way with words and keep challenging myself with every piece I post. I am so with you on eating with the seasons. It all tastes so much better. I am extremely fortunate to have asparagus in my garden and adore this vegetable. We never seem to tire of it and it's a definite highlight in the gardening calendar.
Your writing is poetry, so beautiful and it matches the tone of what you are describing — a gentle Spring awakening. I’m not a fervent seasonal eater, but I try to lean into it where and when possible. No great farmer’s markets near me unfortunately. :( I’ve never cooked with morel mushrooms, and now I’m curious about them :)
What a superb recipe, Elizabeth! And my reason to try morels for the first time. Here’s wishing warmer days for us all. Hope you don’t have too much jet lag
A beautiful tribute to spring and a great recipe that’s going on my list! Can you believe I’ve never cooked with morels before?? A little harder to find near me (even in spring), but I’m determined to track some down!
Beautiful piece. Toronto may be grey now, but summer eventually rewards the patient. I once had my law office in Little Portugal bordering on Little Italy, and that neighbourhood taught me how much a city can reveal itself through markets, espresso bars, bread, and long summer evenings. Enjoy the season when it finally arrives.
"So let the revelry begin." That captures exactly how I feel... I bet your trip to Italy reawakened all your senses to what the possibilities could be for producing a grand scale. But I suspect we're at least hope the Toronto has a farmers market similar to Montréal's Montreal's
Italy really did awaken all my senses, Ellen! I know you love Italy too.
Atwater Market in Montreal is indeed great. But I have a deep and abiding affection for our year round farmers market, filled with local producers and truly of the moment delicious things. We haven’t been bak since returning from Italy and I can’t wait for this weekend! 💕
Such a lovely post Elizabeth. The beautiful markets and the photos of the mouth watering produce capture my imagination. You describe the feelings many of us have about spring and the awakening of your senses after winter's very long slumber. Welcome home.
Thank you dear Lisa. It’s good to be back. And asparagus! 💕💕💕 Can’t wait to see you!
There is much I love about this post, Italian markets, shallot-tarragon butter and the coaxing of Spring. How lovely.
I felt for you, having to watch others enjoy warmer weather fruits while it was still so cold for you. But good things come to those who wait, and may your spring be even sweeter. 💕
Indeed! I know when the intense heat of summer is here I will long for these cooler temperate days. In the meantime what’s not to love about rhubarb and asparagus? 💕
This is the perfect season for gentle awakenings. You lovingly captured the essence of Spring in every sentence, every bite! Asparagus and Morels are poster children of the season, aren’t they? Thank you for sharing Elizabeth!
Thank you Aki! I’ve been thrilled to see how many people are new to morels—a delicacy worth seeking out. I appreciate your readership 💕
I love how your words are in tune with the season - I can only aspire to your way with words and keep challenging myself with every piece I post. I am so with you on eating with the seasons. It all tastes so much better. I am extremely fortunate to have asparagus in my garden and adore this vegetable. We never seem to tire of it and it's a definite highlight in the gardening calendar.
Marjan you are always so generous with your praise! You are a lovely writer and it’s been so fun to learn together, hasn’t it? 💕
Yes it certainly has. I still marvel at the fact that I am doing this. I am enjoying the process so much. Looking forward to our next session already!
Your writing is poetry, so beautiful and it matches the tone of what you are describing — a gentle Spring awakening. I’m not a fervent seasonal eater, but I try to lean into it where and when possible. No great farmer’s markets near me unfortunately. :( I’ve never cooked with morel mushrooms, and now I’m curious about them :)
Thank you Leslie! I seem to have sparked a lot of interest in morels with this post; they are definitely worth seeking out 💕
This piece read like a sweet song for spring, coaxing it to come and play.
That’s a lovely compliment Lisa. She listened and we’re having a glorious day of restorative sunshine. I can almost hear the leavea unfurling 💕
My pleasure Elizabeth, I do miss the more marked seasons and their gifts.
What a superb recipe, Elizabeth! And my reason to try morels for the first time. Here’s wishing warmer days for us all. Hope you don’t have too much jet lag
That roasting is the best bit.
An underrated technique.
Exactly.
What a lovely article
Thank you Liloo!
A beautiful tribute to spring and a great recipe that’s going on my list! Can you believe I’ve never cooked with morels before?? A little harder to find near me (even in spring), but I’m determined to track some down!
Welcome back! Asparagus is truly my joy every spring - and this recipe sounds fabulous!
It's really a good one 💕
Beautiful piece. Toronto may be grey now, but summer eventually rewards the patient. I once had my law office in Little Portugal bordering on Little Italy, and that neighbourhood taught me how much a city can reveal itself through markets, espresso bars, bread, and long summer evenings. Enjoy the season when it finally arrives.
Thank you Elli! That's a great neighbourhood for the slow reveal--we are not that far from there. Happy spring to you.
That asparagus looks amazing Elizabeth! And thank you for the words