From the Field: Spring 2026

From sun to rainy, from hot, summer-like temperatures to cool, fall-like temperatures, this spring had a little bit of everything. But I didn’t let any of that keep me from getting out with the camera.

Blanchard Springs

March saw me making a trip to Blanchard Springs in North Central Arkansas. I arrived at the Blanchard Creek trailhead well before the 7:30 sunrise and waited in my truck…

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Pan Fried Asparagus

This buttery, garlicky pan fried asparagus recipe makes a quick, flavorful side dish in just 10 minutes. Pan-frying creates tender spears with lightly browned edges and tender texture. Why It Works This easy pan-fried asparagus recipe is one of my favorite ways to cook asparagus when I need a quick, flavorful vegetable side dish. Butter,…

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Tried & Tested: The Best Daily Face SPF Creams To Protect & Hydrate

There’s a reason skincare experts and dermatologists are always going on about sunscreen. Wearing a daily face SPF could be the single most important step in your skincare regime. But which one is best for your skin type? From classic high-protection face creams to SPF-rich foundations and tints, we’ve found ...

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Pan-Roasted Asparagus

Make this easy pan-roasted asparagus recipe in less than 10 minutes using a simple skillet. Combing steaming and searing delivers tender stalks with rich flavor. It’s an easy technique that delivers restaurant-quality results at home. Why It Works This pan-roasted asparagus recipe is a delicious way to transform fresh vegetables into a tender, flavorful side…

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Sauteed Asparagus

This sautéed asparagus recipe is an easy, flavorful side dish ready in under 15 minutes. The dry heat quickly tenderizes the vegetables while promoting surface browning for deeper flavor. Why It Works Whenever I need a quick side, I make sautéed asparagus on the stove. Cooking tender asparagus in a hot pan with olive oil…

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Spring Tasting Menu at Desi Indian Lounge

The restaurant is featuring a 5 course Spring inspired Modern Indian tasting menu by Executive Chef Balvant Ajagaonkar and his team throughout the spring. Visited for dinner and savoured each of the courses that were colourful, glorious and unique. It’s...

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Sat outside, ate dinner, drank a beer, and wrote a bad haiku listening to music

The me that only drinking a beer knows—A spring evening

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It was a really nice Spring day today here with a nice morning rain shower and a pleasant, warm and windy afternoon and evening. I decided to make some pasta and mix it in with some bell peppers and leftover lamb chops with some manchego cheese grated on top. I sat there eating and sipping a Bell’s Two-Hearted from the…

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Broiled Asparagus

Make this easy broiled asparagus recipe for tender spears with lightly charred edges and smoky flavor in minutes. High heat delivers bold flavor in minutes, making it a perfect side dish. Why It Works If you’re looking for a fast, flavorful way to elevate fresh asparagus, this broiled asparagus recipe is my favorite. The intense…

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Roasted Asparagus

Make perfectly caramelized, tender-crisp vegetables with this easy roasted asparagus recipe. High heat roasting brings out the best flavor and texture contrast in the spears. For alternative cooking methods, give my steamed asparagus and boiled asparagus a try. Why It Works Roasting asparagus in the oven is one of the simplest ways to transform fresh…

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TeaTime May/June 2026 Issue Preview

Celebrate summer with lovely tea menus filled with fruity fare and inspiring tablescapes that celebrate America’s semiquincentennial, the beauty of an alfresco teatime, and an affinity for tennis. Explore favorite tea venues in Vienna, learn about the allure of flower teas, and discover botanical-themed afternoon teas in London. Take a closer look at some of […]

Steamed Asparagus

This steamed asparagus recipe delivers tender and vibrant spears in just minutes! Steaming gently cooks the spears with minimal water, preserving nutrients, color, and natural sweetness for consistent results every time. Why It Works This simple steamed asparagus recipe is a quick way to turn fresh asparagus spears into a tender-crisp, flavorful side dish. With…

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Private Dining for Spring & Summer Gatherings

Whether you’re planning a corporate dinner, rehearsal dinner, birthday, graduation, or special celebration, L’Abattoir offers a private dining experience that feels warm, polished, and memorable in the heart of Gastown. We’re pleased to share our new private dining menus for spring and summer, created to reflect the season and designed for groups looking for an ... Read more

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Boiled Asparagus

Learn how to make perfectly boiled asparagus that’s bright green and crisp-tender in just minutes. This easy blanching technique delivers a delicious vegetable side dish with fresh flavor every time. Why It Works If you’ve ever ended up with mushy, dull green asparagus, it’s not the vegetable—it’s the method. This boiled asparagus recipe is a…

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What I Wore in Paris in April: 10 Days of Real Outfits I’ll be honest with you that I’ve been coming to Paris for years, and April still managed to surprise me. I packed for spring. I arrived to temperatures that felt far more like early March. The first few days hovered around 50°F (10°C), […]

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