A chemistry experiment with a treat at the end! Warm summer days call for a nice frozen treat for a snack. Ice cream has been made for many years and it is actually an example of some pretty complicated chemistry. Try this fun activity with children for hands-on work with energy concepts. Safety note: Be…
Aloha shirts
Aloha shirts or Hawaiian shirts are well-known icons of Hawaii. Here at Casa Bouquet, collecting aloha shirts is an on-going activity, helping us to “live aloha” every day. Aloha shirts generally are available in cotton, rayon, or silk. The shape is a camp shirt (or bowling shirt), similar to a guayabera or Filipino Barong Tagalong….
Cheesy mushroom appetizer
I have lots of mushroom appetizer recipes and I’d like to share this cheesy mushroom one with you. Long ago I was very inspired by the Cher and Winona Ryder movie “Mermaids”. Cher’s mom character always makes hors d’oeuvres instead of regular meals and I really like that idea! You will need a food processor…
Roses in May – care, cutting, arrangements
I’ve asked The Gardener to come back to tell us about work in the rose garden when the first big crop comes in. Need to start at the beginning? How to start a rose garden What is happening in the rose garden in May? May in Raleigh is when the hybrid tea and floribunda roses…
Hawaii : Maui overview
I love Hawaii; it’s my happy place. I am excited to share my love of our 50th state. I hope to inspire you to fully learn about and enjoy this Pacific paradise. Maui is a popular island for people looking for a resort getaway. It is the home of the volcano Haleakala (“house of the…