A Manhattan in San Francisco

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One of my favorite places for a sunset cocktail in San Francisco is the historic Cliff House. First opened in 1863, it sits on the site of the Sutro Bath House ruins overlooking Ocean Beach. Go early for a walk around Lands End.  It’s really a stunning spot! I recommend the bar downstairs, which faces west and gets the most gorgeous golden late afternoon glow. Jonathan and I recently went for my birthday- my favorite drink to have there is a Manhattan (which makes me miss New York just a little less!)

Cheers!


Recipe and Photos by Erin Gleeson for The Forest Feast

Sipping Chocolate

Happy Valentines Day! If you’re staying cozy inside tonight, why not make a little hot cocoa from scratch? It’s really simple! The whole recipe and more photos are in my Better Homes and Gardens post today.Recipe adapted from BHG, photos and illustr…

Happy Valentines Day! If you’re staying cozy inside tonight, why not make a little hot cocoa from scratch? It’s really simple! The whole recipe and more photos are in my Better Homes and Gardens post today.

Recipe adapted from BHG, photos and illustration by Erin Gleeson for The Forest Feast.

Valentine Salad

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A salad for lovers! Chop all the ingredients small and form into a heart shape on each plate (I used cherry tomatoes as a border and then filled in). Dress with a light vinaigrette and enjoy!

By Erin Gleeson for The Forest Feast

Collards with Capers and Burrata

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I have been getting a lot of collard greens in my CSA lately. I love how easy they are to quickly chop and fry up with a bit of olive oil. But yesterday I fancied them up a little with capers, burrata and truffle salt (which I am obsessed with lately!). The greens get a nuttiness when you fry them quickly at a medium high temperature- but make it brief- you don’t want to over cook them. You’ll know they are done when they are bright green. Sunflower seeds add a nice crunch and burrata just makes everything better!

By Erin Gleeson for The Forest Feast

Petite Poste Postcards

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I had so much fun designing these dinner party inspired postcards for Petite Poste, and I am excited that they are now online! Petite Poste is a very cool Swiss website that sells postcards made by artists from all over the world. You can simply order postcards, or you can have them mailed out for you. 

*tip: prices are listed in Swiss Francs, but each postcard is approximately $2.50. (minimum order = 5 cards)

Cheers!

Cards designed by Erin Gleeson/The Forest Feast for Petite Poste