They call it the Flower Bomb.
Pink cotton balls the size of trucks have been installed along the sidewalks where mere twigs stood last week.
Its cherry blossom time, and it appears overnight.
Its really not difficult.
Otherwise, head out in mid-morning, after the dew has dried.
Pluck your blossoms, aiming for younger, partially open buds.
Position the bag with the top flopping over the edge of the bowl and snap on the lid.
Now you have an airtight seal.
I then place them in a glass jar and fill it with umeshu to cover.
(Umeshu is plum vinegar from making umeboshi, whichweve talked about before.
it’s possible for you to buy it.)
you’re able to leave the jar of blossoms in the fridge or out on the shelf.
Just adding cherry blossoms to sushi rice is spectacular, but turning them intoonigirilikeJane Hashimawariis even better.
Cauliflower bisque
I make a cauliflower bisque every year.
Simply saute some leeks and onions, then add a chopped head of cauliflower, including the greens.
Cover with stock and allow to simmer for 30 minutes.
If nothing else, this simple outdoor activity will make you feel a little more content.
