Valentine's Day Gifts

7 ways to say "I love you" this Valentine's Day

They say...

...that puppies and cute children are the most commonly used trick in advertising to get people to buy something you are trying to sell.

I give you Bev's granddaughter Ruby Grace...

...the calls for commercials should start coming in any day now.

Whisper Linen...

We were shocked to learn today that Bella Notte is changing the design of their whisper linen bedding to have button closures instead of the amazing ties that they have been known for! We called Bella Notte and they said anyone interested in still getting the ties can still order them for a very limited time. If you want a duvet or pillows with the beautiful, reversible ties - let us know and we will place an order for you!

Jewelry Event February 5!

We have so many talented amazing women artists showcasing their jewelry on February - you cannot miss this event!

First Friday Jewelry Event

10am-2pm

in The Willows parking lot

Jewel Ya

Emily Austin

Jewelry by Jackie B

Honeybee

Come Sundown

Sugarbean

Tiny Baubles

In addition, The Willows will have lots of store items on sale as well as farm-fresh eggs and more for sale! See you next Friday!

The great thing about puddles...

One of our customers shared with us some of the most darling pictures of her children playing in the rain...in Willows raingear she bought last Christmas! We had to share with all of you!

Rainy Days...

Rainy days make me want to...

Stay in bed late...

Snuggle up with a good book...

Invite good friends over...

and cook for them.

Today try this fun recipe to try from our new cookbook "The Ramos House Cafe":
Cinnamon Apple Beignets:

3 eggs
3 cups ricotta
1/2 cup brown sugar
2 oz apple sauce
1 pinch salt
1 1/2 cups flour
1 tbsp baking powder
1 Granny Smith apple, peeled and cored
Creme Anglaise (homemade recipe also in book)
Caramel Sauce (homemade recipe also in book)

Method:
Sift together dry ingredients and set aside. Whip together eggs, ricotta, brown sugar and apple butter. Dice apples and add to ricotta mixture. In a large mixing bowl, fold together ricotta mixture with dry ingredients until just combined (don't over mix). Heat frying oil to 375. Drop beignets by the heaping tablespoons into hot oil and fry until dark golden brown. Serve hot with Creme Anglaise and Caramel Sauce. Garnish with powdered sugar and cinnamon. Extra batter will keep for a day or two, refrigerated.

Coming Soon!

Here are a couple teasers for you!

Coming in mid-February: this large elm trunk with an old patina finish. It opens for maximized storage inside!

Dimensions are 87"L x 19"D x 30"H

Cream Mirror 40"H x 34"W

Phillipe Mirror 63"Hx37"W

Call for pricing and availability - these are one-of-a-kind pieces!