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Author Archives: Sandy Oliver, Taste Buds

Sandy Oliver Sandy is a freelance food writer with the column Taste Buds appearing weekly since 2006 in the Bangor Daily News, and regular columns in Maine Boats, Homes, and Harbors magazine and The Working Waterfront. Sandy lives on Islesboro, an island in Penobscot where she gardens, preserves, cooks and teaches sustainable lifeways.

A peeled lemon next to alcohol
Posted inHomestead

This boozy ‘granny drink’ is perfect for a hot summer day

by Sandy Oliver, Taste Buds June 22, 2022June 22, 2022

Welcome the bright tang of lemon this summer with a boozy drink that’s great for some post-meal revelry with friends.

Ingredients for chutney lay on a table
Posted inHomestead

This fruit chutney is easily customizable — and has a spicy kick

by Sandy Oliver, Taste Buds June 17, 2022June 16, 2022
Posted inHomestead

Keep these ingredients on hand to have finger food ready all summer

by Sandy Oliver, Taste Buds June 9, 2022June 9, 2022
Posted inHomestead

You don’t need mayonnaise to make this potato salad

by Sandy Oliver, Taste Buds June 2, 2022June 2, 2022
A bowl of strawberry rhubarb jam
Posted inHomestead

This is the easiest way to make strawberry rhubarb jam

by Sandy Oliver, Taste Buds May 25, 2022May 25, 2022
Posted inHomestead

This 1-pan dinner is an easy and healthier alternative to takeout

by Sandy Oliver, Taste Buds May 18, 2022May 18, 2022
Posted inHomestead

This tangy lemon mousse has just 3 ingredients

by Sandy Oliver, Taste Buds May 12, 2022May 12, 2022
Posted inHomestead

A delicious way to save money on groceries

by Sandy Oliver, Taste Buds May 7, 2022May 8, 2022
Two slices of banana bread lay on a piece of china with a cup of tea and a fork next to it
Posted inHomestead

Try enhancing your basic banana bread with these ingredients

by Sandy Oliver, Taste Buds April 27, 2022April 27, 2022
Posted inHomestead

These ‘quickled’ beets are a great way to use up the rest of your winter supply

by Sandy Oliver, Taste Buds April 25, 2022April 25, 2022
Posted inHomestead

These elegant breakfast souffles are the perfect dish for a holiday brunch

by Sandy Oliver, Taste Buds April 13, 2022April 13, 2022
Posted inHomestead

Consider making meat patties instead of balls for your next pasta night

by Sandy Oliver, Taste Buds April 7, 2022April 7, 2022
Posted inHomestead Weekly

This easy-to-make condiment will elevate your brunch game

by Sandy Oliver, Taste Buds April 3, 2022April 2, 2022
Posted inHomestead

This frosted cake is actually packed with vegetables

by Sandy Oliver, Taste Buds March 22, 2022March 23, 2022
Posted inLiving

Potatoes are the power ingredient for your St. Patrick’s Day breakfast boxty

by Sandy Oliver, Taste Buds March 16, 2022March 16, 2022
Posted inHomestead

Keep beans on hand for this hearty cannellini, sausage and kale soup

by Sandy Oliver, Taste Buds March 10, 2022March 10, 2022
Posted inHomestead

Use your winter apple stash to make this easy fruit pie

by Sandy Oliver, Taste Buds March 3, 2022March 3, 2022
Posted inHomestead

Clear out your pantry with this authentic pasta dish

by Sandy Oliver, Taste Buds February 28, 2022March 1, 2022
Posted inHomestead

Braised beef shanks much more than bones with holes

by Sandy Oliver, Taste Buds February 17, 2022February 17, 2022
Posted inHomestead

Splurge on expensive chocolate for this luscious flourless cake

by Sandy Oliver, Taste Buds February 9, 2022February 9, 2022

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