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Sunday Snapshots: Spring Has Sprung

April 14, 2013 by Nancy Lopez-McHugh 32 Comments

Sunday Snapshots: Spring Has Sprung on Spicie Foodie | #photography #orchid #spring

The signs of Spring have finally started appearing. This past week we saw sunshine nearly everyday and the temperatures were in the double digits — finally! I know everyone in the Northern Hemisphere is as excited as I am about the arrival of warmer weather, sunshine and all of the outdoor activities that come with the new season.

One of the things I am most looking forward to is spending time outdoors. My husband and I love going for long walks to breathe in the fresh air and see nature come back to life. The trees blossoming, wild flowers popping up in the fields, and birds chirping, it’s all very zen.

Sunday Snapshots: Spring Has Sprung on Spicie Foodie | #photography #orchid #spring

Another thing we see many people doing, and one I too like to do, is have a picnic on a green field. Usually it involves food that travels well and of course, completes the whole outdoor dinning experience. To make the cleanup minimal I always pack disposable tableware that can be disposed of in the recycling bins.

A picnic cannot be complete without a little something sweet, like this Apple Cinnamon Bread Pudding. I shared the recipe for it nearly two years ago and it is one of my favorites. My recipe is based on a Czech and Slovak bread pudding called Zemlovka, and it makes great picnic food. (click photo for recipe link)

Zemlovka, Czecho-Slovakian Apple Cinnamon Bread Pudding Recipe by Spicie Foodie | #apple #breadpudding #picnicfood #europeanrecipe

 

I can’t wait to have our first picnic. And you, what are you most looking forward to this spring?

 

Sunday Snapshots: Spring Has Sprung on Spicie Foodie | #photography #orchid #spring

 

 

 

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Comments

  1. Rosa says

    April 14, 2013 at 11:27

    Lovely clicks! Orchids are so beautiful.

    Happy Sunday!

    Cheers,

    Rosa

    Reply
    • Spicie Foodie says

      April 14, 2013 at 17:26

      Thank you Rosa and Happy Sunday to you too!:)

      Reply
  2. Nandita says

    April 14, 2013 at 14:05

    Beautiful post nancy. Tho flowers are so pretty :)

    Reply
    • Spicie Foodie says

      April 14, 2013 at 17:27

      Thank you Nandita!

      Reply
  3. Monique says

    April 14, 2013 at 14:55

    Orchids are SO photogenic:) I love indoor flowers..especially with my long winter..Beautiful shots:)

    Reply
    • Spicie Foodie says

      April 14, 2013 at 17:27

      They really are. Thanks Monique:)

      Reply
  4. Victoria of Flavors of the Sun says

    April 14, 2013 at 15:21

    Your photos of the orchids are positively ethereal. Just beautiful. Happy Spring!

    Reply
    • Spicie Foodie says

      April 14, 2013 at 17:28

      Thank you Victoria, and happy spring to you too!:)

      Reply
  5. Laura (Tutti Dolci) says

    April 14, 2013 at 17:25

    So beautiful, I love orchids!

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    • Spicie Foodie says

      April 14, 2013 at 17:28

      Thank you Laura!:)

      Reply
  6. Holly says

    April 14, 2013 at 18:51

    I love orchids, your photos are beautiful as always! I’m looking forward to eating outside on our balcony – something we’re doing today. And of course the fabulous produce coming into season. This is the best time of the year to live near the Med.

    Reply
    • Spicie Foodie says

      April 14, 2013 at 20:08

      Thank you Holly! Enjoy your balcony and all that yummy seasonal produce — also one of my favorite things about warm weather.

      Reply
  7. john@kitchenriffs says

    April 14, 2013 at 19:09

    Great pictures! Our weather has had temperature swings of 30 degrees F the last few days! Warm, then cold, and now warm again. Cold again in a few days, alas. But spring is definitely coming!

    Reply
    • Spicie Foodie says

      April 14, 2013 at 20:09

      Sounds like our weather a few weeks ago. I do hope the warm spring days start stabilizing for you.

      Reply
  8. yummychunklet says

    April 15, 2013 at 02:15

    Beautiful snapshots!

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    • Spicie Foodie says

      April 15, 2013 at 10:56

      Thank you!

      Reply
  9. Suzanne Perazzini says

    April 15, 2013 at 02:30

    Unfortunately, it is winter we are facing down here but I am thrilled for you after such a harsh winter. Your flower photos are so beautiful and ethereal and such a change from your usual moody ones. You could blow one up and make a gorgeous piece of art for the house.

    Reply
    • Spicie Foodie says

      April 15, 2013 at 10:57

      Hopefully you won’t have a long and cold winter like we just did. Thank you so much Suzanne!:)

      Reply
  10. Eha says

    April 15, 2013 at 04:39

    Another reader putting her hand up with thanks for the lovely, lovely orchid shots: so romantic :) ! Am still eating my lunch and High Tea outdoors in E Australia: temps in the mid-twenties . . . but shall soon begin to be envious of you :D !

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    • Spicie Foodie says

      April 15, 2013 at 10:58

      Hi Eha! Enjoy your tea and hopefully your weather won’t be too bad this winter. Thanks!:)xx

      Reply
  11. Sandra says

    April 15, 2013 at 23:07

    I’m looking forward to lots of Zen.

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    • Spicie Foodie says

      April 16, 2013 at 01:40

      Me too:)

      Reply
  12. Donalyn says

    April 16, 2013 at 03:19

    Beautiful photos Nancy – a visit to your blog is always so enjoyable. I am looking forward to some warm weather – our spring so far has been pretty dreadful – it was snowing yesterday again. Mostly I am looking forward to a garden filled with veggies waiting for me to cook them. have a great week!

    Reply
    • Spicie Foodie says

      April 16, 2013 at 11:23

      Thank you so much Donalyn! I’m sorry you’re spring has been so dreadful, I hope the snow melts and that some sunshine is coming your way. Love that you’ll have your own garden:)

      Reply
  13. Liz says

    April 16, 2013 at 03:21

    I’m looking forward to fresh local berries…and the farmers’ market! And going outside without a coat! A picnic sounds wonderful, too…especially with some scrumptious bread pudding :)

    Reply
    • Spicie Foodie says

      April 16, 2013 at 11:24

      Yes, I can’t wait for local berries too. Thanks sweetie:)

      Reply
  14. anna says

    April 16, 2013 at 06:59

    you are right, it’s hard to beat a picnic to really celebrate spring! eating outside, and playing in water really let my brain know that it’s getting warm again.

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    • Spicie Foodie says

      April 16, 2013 at 11:25

      Aw you’re describing a perfect day of sun, beach, water and a picnic — heaven!:)

      Reply
  15. mjskit says

    April 17, 2013 at 05:23

    Lovely pictures! There are things I love and hate about spring in New Mexico. I love the blooming fruit trees and warmer weather, but I hate the wind. Today the wind blew so hard and kicked up so much dust that we couldn’t see the mountain. A typical spring day. Once the winds die down in May, then it’s definitely time for a picnic!

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    • Spicie Foodie says

      April 17, 2013 at 14:32

      Thank you MJ! Wow, that’s crazy wind. But May is only a couple of weeks away so you can start enjoying the picnic weather.:)

      Reply
  16. Patty says

    April 21, 2013 at 18:08

    Love this time of year and love your pink orchids- just lovely! Enjoy the warmer weather and have a great weekend ;-)

    Reply
    • Spicie Foodie says

      April 22, 2013 at 11:58

      Thanks Patty, you too hope you’ve had a lovely weekend.

      Reply

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