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By Nathan Coker
In Bayou Health
Apr 1st, 2026
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BY Nathan Morris, MD I have a difficult admission to make. I’ve been involved in a torrid, long-term affair for decades, and it’s finally time for me to come clean. My wife knows about it, and to her credit, she’s been remarkably patient, mostly because this relationship started long before she and I...
By Nathan Coker
In Blog
Apr 1st, 2026
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Styled and Written by MARÉ BRENNANPhotograph by KELLY MOORE CLARK Our fine feathered friends get hungry, too! We found a fun project to help feed our local avian population by creating seed covered birdhouses. Cardinals, blue jays, wrens, doves and more will love to nibble assorted seeds.  WHAT YOU N...
By Nathan Coker
In Blog
Apr 1st, 2026
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by MARÉ BRENNANPhotograph by KELLY MOORE CLARK Three ingredients make this the easiest strawberry jam to prepare. WHAT YOU NEED:2 lb fresh Louisiana strawberries1 cup granulated sugar1 TBSP lemon juice Cut 2 lbs of strawberries into quarters and place them in saucepan. Add 1 cup of granulated sugar a...
By Nathan Coker
In Blog
Apr 1st, 2026
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by MARÉ BRENNANPhotograph by KELLY MOORE CLARK April is definitely a month to celebrate Louisiana strawberries, and nothing is more refreshing than a sweet-tart twist on a favorite frozen cocktail, the margarita. I like my margs a little spicy, so we are adding a little jalapeño kick. Grab your blend...
By Nathan Coker
In Blog
Apr 1st, 2026
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Styled and Written by MARÉ BRENNANPhotograph by KELLY MOORE CLARK This recipe for a light, buttery brioche bread with a hint of sweet honey could not be easier! You’ll never buy store bought bread again. Serves 10.  WHAT YOU NEED:2/3 cup warm whole milk2 ¼ tsp instant yeast (1 packet)¼ cup honey5 egg...
By Nathan Coker
In Blog
Mar 2nd, 2026
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by MARÉ BRENNANPhotograph by KELLY MOORE CLARK While my husband thinks he’s an Irish Legend, one of his favorite whiskeys, the venerable Tullamore D.E.W., offers a fresh take on a classic whiskey sour cocktail. This beverage is complex and lightly sweet and tart with hints of rosemary, almond, apple,...
By Nathan Coker
In Blog
Mar 2nd, 2026
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by MARÉ BRENNANPhotograph by KELLY MOORE CLARK I like to think of Brussel Sprouts as tiny, delicious cabbages which are the perfect accompaniment to an Easter ham or delicately cooked chicken breasts. These little green veggies are packed with Omega-3 fatty acids, fiber, and Vitamin C. Once sautéed, ...
By Nathan Coker
In Blog
Mar 2nd, 2026
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by MARÉ BRENNANPhotograph by KELLY MOORE CLARK Easy to care for, cyclamen delights with fragrant blossoms in a wide variety of colors like fuschia, pink, red and white and lush heart shaped foliage. We planted ours in this delightful bunny planter sourced from The Muffin Tin / Trenton House.  CY...
By Nathan Coker
In Blog
Mar 2nd, 2026
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Styled and Written by MARÉ BRENNANPhotograph by KELLY MOORE CLARK Long after the joy of fresh flowers fade, you can hold onto those memories by pressing flowers just like the Victorians did. I recently made a move from Texas back to Louisiana. As I was moving books onto a shelf, a little pressed oxal...
By Nathan Coker
In Blog
Mar 2nd, 2026
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Styled and Written by MARÉ BRENNANPhotograph by KELLY MOORE CLARK According to The Farmer’s Almanac, March 14th  is Northeast Louisiana’s last average frost date with temps getting down to freezing and you know what that means? This is your signal to get growing! After the last spring frost, it is sa...