The Displaced Cactus

Adventures of a former desert dweller transplanted to Washington

Category: Making Things

  • Date Night Idea: Cooking Class

    Date Night Idea: Cooking Class

    If you and your partner are both foodies, or are looking to cook at home more and possibly eat healthier, why not make a date night out of a cooking class? On our recent trip down to Portland, Chris and I took a class with a long-time friend of mine, Swati. She offers cooking classes…

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  • Making Shrub

    Making Shrub

    One hobby I’ve picked up since moving to Washington is making shrubs. What is a shrub? It’s drinking vinegar, which sounds horrible but is actually delicious. I experienced it for the first time at the Whiskey Soda Lounge in Portland, OR. I really enjoyed it so I kept my eye out for other shrub-based drinks…

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