I’m so glad you’re here! My name is Krista, and I’m an artist, author, photographer and grower of deliciousness on my Australian farm. I’m also a grateful survivor-thriver who believes in the power of stories, nature, and creativity to heal the darkest experiences of our lives.

My great love is making beautiful things with herbs, from nourishing remedies and fragrant teas to luscious home-brews and divine sausages, cheeses, breads, and preserves. I share those recipes and ideas through my books, teach them in workshops, and send them to you straight from my tiny kitchen via my Etsy shoppe.

I love working with folks to build a home apothecary, stock a pantry, or just have fun making delicious and nourishing things.

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Garlic, Quinces, and Three Little Pigs

Garlic, Quinces, and Three Little Pigs

After a balmy morning, clouds rolled in, temperatures dropped, and icy winds began to blow. But there were adventures to be had, so I bundled up against the cold and headed to Oma's house with a bag of limes for her and her family. A while ago Oma planted heaps of...

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Quiet Moments in Busy Times

Quiet Moments in Busy Times

Yesterday I woke to find the sky filled with clouds and the internet down. Unable to do any online work, I took a much-needed break and luxuriated in an entire day off grid. Donning my trusty gum boots I headed outside and got my dog Luna to hang out with me. We had...

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A Garden Swap and Lemony Quinoa Salad

A Garden Swap and Lemony Quinoa Salad

Life in rural Queensland has been a delightful string of interesting encounters for me, and this weekend was no different. My friend Lina, who moved to Australia from her home in Mauritius, had Bear and I over for an absolutely scrumptious Mauritian feast. I...

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