Lavender syrup has long been made in Provence, France, where fields of fragrant lavender bloom every summer. This homemade version uses freshly harvested culinary lavender blossoms to create a delicate floral syrup that pairs beautifully with coffee, tea, lemonade, sparkling water, cocktails, and desserts. The flavor is subtle and elegant—never overpowering—when steeped for the proper amount of time.

   Baked potatoes with bacon are the ultimate comfort food, combining crispy, smoky bacon with the fluffy, buttery goodness of a baked potato. Fun fact: in the 19th century, baked potatoes were sold as street food in London, often kept warm in the sellers’ pockets during cold winters!