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This is where the story of food begins. In the Garden explores the quiet, essential work and techniques for growing what we eat. Here, you’ll find seasonal observations, gardening tips, ingredient spotlights, and stories about the deep connection between cultivation and flavor. This section is a living archive of lessons learned in the dirt, shaped over time by weather, dedication, and passion.

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Yard to Table Dining: Getting the Most From a Summer Herb Garden

When can you make that grilled green chicken again, Mom? We haven’t had it in so long. “When can you make that grilled green chicken again, Mom? We haven’t had it in so long.” My son was right. The five-herbed chicken is a summer family favorite. He’s made me realize it’s been almost a year since I’ve made Summer Chicken Verde and now that southeastern Michigan has warmed up, it’s time.

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Turning Up the Heat: How I Outsmarted Garden Pests This Summer
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Turning Up the Heat: How I Outsmarted Garden Pests This Summer
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Summer is my season for garden experimentation. I test ideas, push boundaries, and observe what thrives and what fails.

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10 Garden Lessons That Made the Difference
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10 Garden Lessons That Made the Difference
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I am a chef by trade with a passion for organic farm-to-table dining.

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Yard to Table Dining: Getting the Most From a Summer Herb Garden
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Yard to Table Dining: Getting the Most From a Summer Herb Garden
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The five-herbed chicken is a summer family favorite.

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