Nerdy Fairy Blog
Little House Magic: Halloween Apple Lore and History of the Clove Apple Pomander
Apples and pumpkins are the two hallmark fruits of Halloween and the autumn season. Though lately it has been “pumpkin spice” everything, apples can help you get your cozy going just as well as the popular orange member of the squash family.
Apples have a long history of being part of Halloween and Samhain celebrations. Autumn is apple season after all and it isn’t hard to imagine that these tasty and durable fruits easily became a part of lore and stories. A look back through an apple-rich history, shows a story of apples being a bit mischievous depending on the lore.
Luke's Diner Autumn Coffee: The Unofficial Gilmore Girls Herbal Recipe
If there’s one thing Luke Danes is known for (besides wearing a backwards baseball cap), it’s his knack for serving the best, strongest cup of coffee in Stars Hollow. So how could he possibly up his game for the coziest season of all? We've crafted the ultimate cozy Luke's Diner Autumn Coffee—a herbal spiced, deeply flavored blend with chicory root that’s perfect for watching the leaves change.
Bake Like Arleta: The Magic of Herbal Baking
In the book A Fellowship of Bakers & Magic by J. Penner, protagonist Arleta Starstone earns a place as a contestant in the esteemed elven The Langheim Baking Battle. However, unlike every other contestant, Arleta is a magicless human. Yet she has embraced her love of baking and is successful in experimenting with special botanicals in her bakes to invoke her own kind of magic in her tasty baked goods.
The Very Secret Society of Irregular Witches: A Beginner's Guide to Real-Life Herbalism
Step into the magical world of herbalism with a guide inspired by The Very Secret Society of Irregular Witches. Explore the real-life uses of Mika's essential herbs and learn how to create your own "Can't-Do-Withouts" as a beginner.
The House Witch by Delemhach: A Cozy Fantasy Book Review
The House Witch is the story of Finlay Ashowan adventures in becoming the cook for the King and Queen of Daxaria along with all the people who live in the castle. This story is wonderfully told from various perspectives including a grouchy house witch, a fluffy kitty, and a noble lady. It is filled with the daily intrigue of castle life Fin’s struggle to make a place for himself in his new role as cook, intriguing romantic interludes, and of course descriptions of tasty meals.
Pooh Bear’s Peaceful Honey Cake with Lemon Balm & Chamomile
The beloved Pooh Bear is celebrated in all his honey-loving ways with this tasty cake. Lemon balm and chamomile are infused into the honey making the cake even more delicious while adding a laid-back flair so typical of Pooh Bear.
Violets in Fiction
This beautiful name and it’s variations reference a lovely, powerful little herb much loved by herbalists. It is used often in fiction for characters who are equally strong and beautiful in their own right. Explore this lovely namesake with us!
Arcane Inspired Herbal Shimmer Tea
Delicious and beautiful, this herbal variation on shimmer from Arcane: League of Legends is like magic in a cup. And unlike the shimmer in the show, the recipe here for Arcane herbal shimmer is meant to be nourishing not toxic.