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Crossword, Fresh Slate 2026
Herbs and nature in winter are featured.
Field Notes from the Editor
Beginning our 25th year, and so much gratitude to our contributors!
About the Cover
In the cool quiet days, we notice different things.
Turmeric, 2026 Herb of the Year, Kristine Brown RH(AHG)
Magnificent monograph that includes dyeing, tincture recipe, oil infusion, and paste!
Cooking with “Pantry Herbs” When the Garden Sleeps, Marcy Lautanen Raleigh
How to pep up everything with dried herbs? Marcy has her ways!
Welcome 2026 Word Find
Finding winter in words
Do You Need a Kitchen Witch? Jackie Johnson
I mean, who doesn’t, right? Learn about why you need one, and then follow the instructions to make your own.
Wild Mountain Fire Cider, Connie Byers
Fortify your Fire Cider with plants that are regional to you.
Herbs for Healthy Creative Exploration, Jessicka Nebesni
Experiment with some herbs that can help your creativity flow.
ESCAPE FROM IT ALL, Melissa Steele
A garden sanctuary can be created in many ways, from a small corner, to a bench under a tree, to a magnificent area to relax in. Get some ideas here.
BOOK REVIEW - Geneology of Plant Foods by Nathaniel Altman
Tina (resident forager and adventurous eater) writes about all of the wonderful reasons this book is a great addition to the plant lover’s bookshelf.
Ask The Aromatherapist, Janet Gutierrez MS
There are lots of hows and whys when it comes to blending essential oils for our creations. Is it different for physical vs emotional wellbeing? What is the recommended dilution? All in this article.
A Mugging in the Kitchen! Alicia Allen
It’s no mystery how convenient it can be to cook in a mug, especially when cooking for one. Alicia has a slew of options to try that are good main dish choices.
From Folk Method to Informed Extraction, Susan Hess
Why and how we use different methods to create herbal medicines.
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