Hibiscus is in the Malvaceae family of tropical plants and is known worldwide as the poster plant for tropical islands. You can hardly see an advertisement about an island getaway that does not feature one of these lovely flowers. Dwarf hibiscus is a hybrid of a variety, known as Hibiscus ...
One of my favorite verses in the Bible is Micah 6: 8 “God has told you, O mortal, what is good; and what does the Lord require of you but to do justice, and to love kindness, and to walk humbly with your God?” The passage is part of a courtroom scene, where God's people are put on trial ...
A delicate salmon dish that is so easy to prepare and it can be accompanied by a grain salad, like farro or quinoa, and roasted seasonal vegetables to make it a complete meal. Serves eight. (Chef tip: Make sure to use untreated cedar planks. Soak the planks in water for at least two hours. ...
Firebush (Hamelia patens) is a wonderfully cooperative and colorful native to brighten your garden. Gardeners love firebush because it produces flowers consistently year-round in our South Florida area. Its bright red tubular flowers attract hummingbirds and butterflies, including the zebra ...
What is the strangest book in the Bible? If you're familiar with the scriptures, you might vote for Daniel in the Old Testament or Revelation in the New Testament. Both books feature bizarre, apocalyptic visions of angels, monsters and even a great red dragon. However, I would nominate another ...
This dish can be made ahead and then baked right before serving it. It is perfect for a busy week, and feeds a crowd! Serves 12. (Chef tip: When making bechamel cheese sauce, make sure to cook the roux well to remove the starchy taste and slowly add the milk to prevent lumps from forming.) 1 ...
