๐Ÿ… Fire Up the Grill & Plant Those Tomatoes!


This week: Getting started with charcoal grilling, easy chicken skewers, and planting tomatoes.

Hi Reader,

Summer is nearly here, and itโ€™s time to soak in the sunshine, get our hands a little dirty, and enjoy the flavours of the season.

๐Ÿ… Grow Something Deliciousโ€‹
There's still time to plant tomatoes! This beginner-friendly guide covers everything you need, even if you're growing in containers.
๐Ÿ‘‰ How to Grow Tomatoes (jump to "How to Plant Seedlings")

๐Ÿซœ In the Garden (on YouTube)
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I shared a short ASMR video from a cozy rainy day in the garden, featuring my latest spring harvest.
๐Ÿ‘‰ Watch it hereโ€‹

Below you'll find my Beginner's Guide to Charcoal Grilling (a step-by-step guide that anyone can follow), and my friend's recipe for spicy chicken skewers. I hope you enjoy!

Have a great weekend,

P.S. If youโ€™re new around here, welcome! ๐Ÿ‘‹ You can catch up on my previous editions right here.

Charcoal Grilling for Beginners (updated!)

Interested in trying charcoal grilling, but not sure where to start?

This guide to charcoal grilling for beginners will walk you through everything you need to knowโ€”from lighting the coals to cooking your first meal.

Spicy Chicken Skewers

These flavour-packed skewers from Melissa at Season and Serve Blog make a quick weeknight dinner or a crowd-pleasing summer BBQ dish.

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