Hi! I’m Cathy, an English trainer originally from the UK, but now living (and gardening!) in Bavaria. Two of my greatest passions are plants and books, which is what I write about here. I also love cooking delicious vegetarian food, a feature here too, and like to live in tune with the seasons.
Some of my favourite things are: pesto made with fresh garlic and basil , weeding in spring and discovering all my plants re-emerging, walking my dogs in the beautiful Bavarian countryside, and snuggling up in front of our fireplace in winter with a good novel.
Im loving your blog and it makes me feel a lot closer to you my friend x
You were & are a delight……….so is your blog. Love Gail xx
I am so glad you found my blog so I could find yours! Your photos remind me of my garden! Perhaps you will consider following my blog. I would appreciate your comments!
Cathy, you have such a lovely blog! You can see your passion for reading come through each post.
Mis Experiencias Personales has been nominated YOU for The Versatile Blogger Award. Congratulations!!!
http://misexperienciaspersonales.wordpress.com/2012/01/17/the-versatile-blogger-award/
Thank you! That is very kind of you! Congratulations on your awards too!
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Hello Cathy! I really enjoy reading your blog. We share the same love for nature herbs. I think your writing is first-rate and I love your site so I am nominating you for The One Lovely Blog award.
Here is the link: http://strawberryindigo.wordpress.com/2012/02/16/oh-what-a-lovely-award/
i like your space here
David in Maine USA
A lovely blog – I wonder if people where you live tell you that you have an “English style “garden? In reality though, not all English gardens are neccessarily more natural – some can be very boring of course. And I usually get the impression that many Germans are interested in the environment so perhaps my question is not such a good one! (I ask it as it’s always been my own experience living in France).
You’re inspiring me to do some gardening.
Thanks for dropping by! Yes,you’re right – the environment is very important here, but often the link to wildlife outside one’s own back door is missed. My garden isn’t typically German, but it certainly isn’t English either in this climate! (I’d say an English garden in German eyes is roses and lawns!)
You have a lovely blog, Cathy. I miss Bavaria–I really do!
I’ve nominated you for the Sunshine Award! Thanks for your thoughts, delicious recipes and lovely photos,
Elaine
Dear Cathy, You have such a lovely blog, and I’ve nominated you for the Liebster Blog Award. (Maybe you don’t have this one, yet?!) Congratulations! http://bringingeuropehome.com/2012/04/09/playing-favoritesbeing-versatile/
Hi Cathy,
I love cooking, I cook for my friends and family (It is other think they don’t like sometimes)…
I have a thought about cooking and eating habits, that one should freely try all kind of flavours, tastes, fragrances, this versatility will enhance your love for food and for cooking for your whole life.
Rest is, I like your photos, keep this hobby alive…this will keep you alive too…
Thanks..
Burgersbite.
Here’s for you: http://littlefurrow.wordpress.com/2012/05/09/award-post-the-second-time-around/
Thank you so much Jymiely! Will do a post on this soon!
you’re welcome, you sooo deserve that
My dear Cathy, your blog is a gem! Just like I want to curl up with a good book and a hot cup of tea and warm socks, I want to savour this blog with all the natural goodness of life. Can’t wait to catch up with all that you have stashed here! To the good life! Sharon
Glad you found me so I could find your blog too!
Hello Cathy! Because I enjoy your writing and want others to learn about your wonderful blog, I have nominated you for The Beautiful Blogger Award. If you want to join in the fun feel free to check the details here, or of course just for more information: http://professionsforpeace.com/2012/05/19/awards-help-teach-do-what-you-love/
Your writing is fun and informative and I want others to know about this wonderful blog. That’s why I’ve included you on my list of nominees. But as always, I believe very strongly for anyone to participate in the steps only if it is still fun. You deserve this award regardless of what you do from here. Warm hugs, Gina
This is so kind of you Gina! Thank you! I feel very flattered and will start thinking about who to nominate… will then do a post soon! Thanks again!
Hello, Sorry, couldn’t find your email, you are one of my fellow bloggers who has inspired me and supported me through this “world wide internet”! Just wanted to tell you that my garden will again be featured in an American gardening publication on June 8th, Fine Gardening Magazine. Since I am the quintessential introvert this is how I share my gardens. Thank you for your gardening support!
Hi Bonnie, thanks for letting me know. Congratulations! Would love to see the article. Will it be available online? Are you going to post about it?
Thank you for sharing you blog
I nominated you for the ‘One Lovely Blog Award’. For details check out http://ekphotoartgallery.wordpress.com/2012/05/30/the-one-lovely-blog-award/
Thank you very much for nominating me! Really appreciate it!
I hope you don’t mind me not posting about it, as I already have this award. Thanks again!
You have been nominated for The Sunshine Award! Please pick-up your award at http://www.grandmothermusings.com . Congratulations!!
Thanks so much for the nomination! It’s very kind of you to include me! I hope you don’t mind me not posting about it, as I already received this a while back. Thanks anyway, and happy blogging!
Oh, forgive me. I guess you deserve it twice!! LOL!
Hi from Flowery Prose! I’ve nominated you for the One Lovely Blog Award and the Very Inspirational Blogger Award! Your nomination is on my Virtual Bouquets tab. (If you’re not participating in these awards, please accept my sincere apologies).
Thank you Sheryl! That’s lovely of you to nominate me! Since I already have one of these awards, I won’t post this time, but very much appreciate the gesture… Congratulations to you too on your awards!
I love your blog. I’m so glad I found you. Thank you for your beautiful posts and recipies.
Thank you and welcome. Happy you’re enjoying the posts!
Hi there, I’ve just found your blog through Marie (My Little Corner of Rhode Island) and so glad I’ve found you, what a wonderful blog. I see there it’s lots to read and enjoy here
Nice to meet you Claire! Glad you like what you see here, and thanks for visiting!
I know you have won it before, but I have just given you a blog award! Check it out here: http://bakingbohemian.wordpress.com/2012/07/12/an-award/
That’s very sweet of you Jen – Thank You! I really appreciate being nominated and congratulate you too!
Hi, just reading your ‘about’ page makes me want to read more. You have lovely ideas for a blog and your lifestyle sounds like a good one!
Thank you very much, and welcome to my blog!
Cathy,
Your blog brings light – heartedness and joy. I nominated you for a Very Inspiring Blogger Award, http://tjsgarden.com/2012/07/23/very-inspiring-blog-award-new-nominees-are-listed/ , check out the post
blessings,
Tj
Thank you so much! That is very kind of you Tj! And congratulations to you too!
I have nominated you for an award you can pick up here
http://nutsfortreasure.wordpress.com/2012/07/25/my-award-for-you/
Thank you! How sweet of you to nominate me for this. And congratulations to you for getting this award too!
A blog interesting, different colorful words for nature. Sorry for my translation into English, because I am from across the world. Although my ancestors are from Bavaria.
Adiós
Cruz
Thanks for your comment 1cruzdelsur. I’m always glad to hear from people from far off countries!
I have nominated you for an award come over here to get it lol
http://wp.me/p2sFlJ-B6 Congrats!
THANKS!
Cathy, your blog is beautiful. I discovered you through Amy at afternoonpopcornsnack, where she linked your raspberry ice cream recipe. I have a particular interest in Bavaria and I love your photos.
Thank you Kelly! Nice to meet you. Bavaria is certainly a special place!
Thanks for the lovely zucchini recipe!
Hi there! You’re welcome!
Thanks so much for following my blog! I’ve never been to Bavaria, so I’ll be living vicariously through your blog posts.
Hi there Gwynnem. I love the way you write… your post with the bread pudding recipe really got me – beautiful words!
Hi Cathy,
lovely blog & ur interests are really awesome & would leave the ppl arnd u happy – enriching the taste buds (delicious food), feast for the eyes (blooming flowers) & interesting to talk to ( a well-read person is enlightened)
love,
Rose
Hi there Rose. Glad you like it here. Thanks for stopping by!
I nominated your blog for the Sunshine Award. It is up to you if you would like to accept it or not. No pressure. Just wanted to let you know that I enjoy your blog and what a fabulous job you are doing! Take Care.
http://gardensunshine.wordpress.com/2012/09/27/85th-post-and-a-sunshine-award/
That’s very kind of you! Thanks! I have decided not to accept awards any more, but appreciate the thought!
You’re welcome, I am glad to have found your blog.
Lovely blog. I ‘m vegetarian too. Would love to read your future posts. Thanks for sharing!
Happy to hear you like it!
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Hi, Cathy.
Just a quick note to let you know I shared your blog with my readers.
If I was in your neck of the woods, I’d definitely be your walking buddy!
Here’s the link to the write-up:
http://craftycooknook.wordpress.com/2012/10/14/a-big-thank-you-to-readers/
Best wishes,
Gwynne
Thank you – will take a look!
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Hello. Just found your blog via the equally lovely Garden Deli. Really lovely recipes reminding me of my University time in Koln. Look forward to more.
Nice to meet you Urvashi. Thanks for your comment!
Hi Cathy I have an award for you over at MY PLACE
Enjoy
HUGS
Eunice
Thanks Eunice!
You are welcome
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Hi Cathy! I wasn’t sure where to put this but I nominated your blog for the Liebster Award.
http://thejolynproject.com/2012/12/18/give-the-gifts-that-keep-on-giving-awards/ Thanks for spreading your positive energy through your blog.
How sweet of you – thanks!
You’re welcome!
Wanted to say thank you so very much for taking time to read Rebecca’s blog. Her undergraduate degree was in English and Writing. I am so glad she is finding her way back!
Her writing is stunning, Bonnie. You must be very proud of her!
Such gorgeous looking recipes! Excited to be following you
Thanks for following – nice to meet you!
Greetings from Australia Cathy,
I spent many years working and travelling all over the UK. I loved the English countryside and picturesque towns (I’m not a London fan). The funny thing is I also spent quite a while travelling all over Bavaria, which features on my blog. You put a smile on my face, Bavaria is beautiful indeed, I can’t wait to go back again one day.
God bless
I’m also the countryside type, but would still love to visit London again one day and see all the sights I remember from my childhood. Thanks for your comment!
Greetings Cathy, I also prefer the countryside and way of life. There is a stronger sense of community and there is much beauty in simplicity. Glad that you’re in Bavaria, probably the most beautiful and picturesque part of Germany. All the best and take great care.
God bless
ciao! luvFAB blog.
thebestdressup
Thanks!
Hi
I’ve nominated you for the Liebster Award, you can find it here: http://welcomebackbelly.wordpress.com/2013/04/02/the-liebster-award-d/
Very kind – thank you!
Lucky you, living in Bavaria and near the Danube, too.
Thanks for reblogging my post Mike!
hai Cathy,
lucky me to find out your blog…
great foodie blog within recies and photograph!
keep sahing and inspiring!
Glad you like it!
Dear Cathy. Your blog is a delight. Your love of nature shines like a sunbeam through your photos, words and recipes. I shall share it with my herb group here in the UK. Thank you.
A pleasure Sheila, and thank you for commenting. A herb group sounds intriguing…
Yes it’s an inspiring group. We have talks and demonstrations on all aspects of herbs – medicinal, culinary, historical, domestic, soap making, dying, growing herbs, posy and wreath making etc etc,. We also bring and buy herbs and go on outings to old and new herb gardens. Maybe you will start one too.
Sounds good…
ciao!
Nice to meet you!