Things I love

I'm on a gratitude kick. It seems to be working for me, but it's always better if I share. Enter Culinary Gratitude:

• Gardens. I might be working multiples right now, and I can't seem to get the dirt out of my hands. Ever.
• Chocolate. Right now I'm enjoying some Callebaut I picked up in bulk, but Valrhona is my one true love.
• Fresh herbs. I finally got my cilantro planted and I couldn't be more pleased. Until it comes in, I'll have to enjoy my basils, rosemary, oregano, thyme, chives, mint, and this year's real star, tarragon.
• Creamy radishes. Maybe i'll throw that recipe on here.
• Mashed, roasted, seasoned eggplant.
• Grilled sirloin that's still pink in the middle.
• Crème Fraîche.
• Homemade mayonnaise made with fresh eggs and a touch of olive oil.
• New silicone spatulas from Williams-Sonoma.
• Cookbooks. It's been suggested that I purchased 8 of them in the last three weeks. I refuse to either confirm or deny that allegation.
• Cooling racks.
• Tart pans. I'm ready for a rectangle.
• Sourdough bread.
• Vintage bread pans
• Brownies
• Ice Cream
• Cooking for friends and family.