Happy 4th of July everyone!  I wanted to share my new favorite salt & pepper shakers which were a gift from my sister Mary (via Cracker Barrel).

It’s an honor to have you at my table, Messrs. Presidents.

Those that remain on 9th Avenue for the 4th are headed over in a bit, so I tried my hand at Smitten Kitchen’s patriotic galette.

So, not quite as nice as Smitten Kitchen’s.  A pastry shaper I am not.  Good thing i just learned that Jen from Pastries So Tasty is bringing a cherry pie!

So from all of us to all of you, enjoy your 4th with fireworks, friends or family.  Or just relax in your favorite chair – Skunk style.