Sunset back issues from April 2003:
Once in a lifetime. (From the Editor).(Editorial)
Apr 01, 2003; ... When I was 8, my parents took my older brother and me on a summer road trip from California through Oregon and Washington. It was the first time our family had ventured out of state. The most memorable highlight was just six hours into the trip, when my dad pulled off the highway to take a ...
Open house.(Letter to the Editor)
Apr 01, 2003 ... LETTERS FROM OUR READERS Sweet or dry vermouth? Both make delicious martinis I have just read your recipe for the best martini in Death Valley (February; page 16). My wife and I have been making Bombay martinis for many years now, and I believe that your directions ...
Online.(Brief Article)
Apr 01, 2003 ... www.sunset.com Find thousands of home, garden, food, and travel answers and ideas online. Some highlights this month: Drought planting You don't need a lot of water to make a splash in the garden. See our list of 26 plants that add color, fragrance, and ...
New Holland. (Window on the West).(Skagit Valley)
Apr 01, 2003; ... When a wave of Dutch immigrants first laid eyes on Washington's Skagit Valley in the 1920, deja vu must have come on strong. The valley's breezy, table-flat fields are defined by dikes, canals, and channel. Even the mercurial climate resembles Holland's. So the new residents began the ...
Jellybean stripes. (Quick Project).(Brief Article)
Apr 01, 2003; ... For display or as a gift, try layering jellybeans in glass containers to create vibrant stripes. We found that ...
Favorite natives. (Best of the West).(plants)(Brief Article)
Apr 01, 2003 ... 1. Wooly blue curls (Trichostema lanatum) 2. Columbine (Aquilegia formosa, or look for A. caerulea and A. chrysantha) 3. Firecracker penstemon (P ....
Tips for creating a healing garden. (Best Trend).(Brief Article)
Apr 01, 2003; ... Many gardeners are creating peaceful places in their backyards, known as healing gardens. "My garden is a place where I can be a human being and not a human doing," says Molly Matthews, owner of Molly's Touch Healing Environments in Northern California (8311438-3992). To create your own ...
Going native. (Plant Advice).
Apr 01, 2003 ... If you're looking for a low-maintenance, wildlife-friendly garden to fill your landscape, try the plants that grew up in your region. And this is the perfect month to get acquainted with native ...
Can't-miss plant sales. (Best on the West).(Calendar)
Apr 01, 2003; ... Apr 5, San Juan Capistrano, CA. California Native Plant Society benefit sale. HIGHLIGHTS: Buckwheat, ceanothus, Cleveland sage, penstemons. 9-3; free. Tree of Life Nursery 33201 Ortega Hwy.; www.treeoflifenursery.com or (949) 728-0685. Apr 26, Berkeley. Spring plant ...
Blanc check. (Best Spring Wines).(Brief Article)
Apr 01, 2003; ... Here are great West Coast Sauvignon Blancs (a.k.a. Fume Blancs) for pairing with springtime fare. Chateau Souverain Sauvignon Blanc 2001 (Alexander Valley CA), $14. Deliciously sassy, untamed. Lots of green peppercorns and green-tea character. Chateau St. Jean Sonoma ...
Think small this season. (Fresh Idea).(crudites)(Brief Article)
Apr 01, 2003; ... Full-size summer vegetables haven't arrived, but their baby counterparts are in markets now. Show off the season's tiny bounty with a platter of pretty crudites. Baby Crudites with Herb Butter 1. In a blender or food processor, whirl 1/4 cup (1/8 lb.) butter, 2 ...
6 great ways to use eggs. (Easy Snacks).(Brief Article)
Apr 01, 2003; ... If you have too many eggs in one basket after Easter, don't despair. Here's how to enjoy your extra hard-boiled eggs this spring: I Substitute chopped eggs for meat in a simple curry with vegetables. 2 Press eggs through a fine strainer to make a pretty garnish for spinach salad. 3 Thinly ...
Garden-party drinks. (Outdoor Living).(Brief Article)
Apr 01, 2003; ... It's time to move the party outside. No one does that better than Alexandra and Eliot Angle, authors of Cocktail Parties with a Twist and co-owners of Aqua Vitae, a Los Angeles-based event and interior design firm (www.aquavitaedesign.com or 323/663-1777). They designed this tasty no-host ...
Catering to dog lovers. (Best Hotel News).
Apr 01, 2003; ... The new Ritz-Canton, Bachelor Gulch (970/748-6200 or www. ritzcarlton.com/resortslbachelor_gulch) in Colorado lets you take Bachelor, the resident Labrador retriever, along on a hike. In Vancouver, the Fairmont Waterfront and the ...
April travel tip. (Best of the West).(Brief Article)
Apr 01, 2003; ... Hummingbirds invade the West this month, with a few lucky places hosting up to 15 species. BEST PLACES TO SEE HUMMERS Arizona ....
Fly like an eagle. (Tips & Trips: The Rockies in April).(Boulder, Colorado, company provides flights over area)(Brief Article)
Apr 01, 2003; ... * BOULDER, COLORADO Fly like an eagle For a bird's-eye view of Rocky Mountain splendor, splurge on a soar with Mile High Gliding, which offers FAA-certified flights in high-performance sailpianes year-round out of Boulder Municipal Airport. Exceptional spring thermal conditions along the ...
Beam up. (Tips & Trips: The Rockies in April).(planetarium in Salt Lake City, Utah)(Brief Article)
Apr 01, 2003; ... * SALT LAKE CITY Beam up Experience "The Ultimate Universe" downtown by way of the shiny new Clark Planetarium, opening April 11. The projection system in its domed Hansen Star Theatre will have you zipping through ...
Ski in the sun. (Tips & Trips: The Rockies in April).(Winter Park, Colorado, activities)(Brief Article)
Apr 01, 2003; ... * WINTER PARK, COLORADO Ski in the sun Get your last snow fix where sunny skies and lower prices contribute to a laid-back, beachilke ambience. At Winter Park Resort, you can soak up rays on the deck of Snoasis, the midmountain restaurant, while watching riders catch air on the new ...
Eat Cajun. (Tips & Trips: The Rockies in April).(Roberts, Idaho restaurant)
Apr 01, 2003; ... * ROBERTS, IDAHO Eat Cajun You wouldn't figure on finding an authentic Cajun restaurant in Roberts, which boasts a population of around 900, but people are driving 100 miles or more to let the bon temps rouler at B.J.'s Bayou. New Orleans native B.J ....
Denver discovery; hip, cozy, and post-industrial: 3 neighborhoods redefine the city's urban landscape. (Travel & Recreation).(Denver, Colorado)
Apr 01, 2003; ... As metropolitan Denver continues to grow ever outward, it's easy to overlook the changes in the downtown area. Which is why the emergence of three neighborhoods smack in the city's urban core may be just the excuse you need to plan a trip into town. Each neighborhood vibrates ...
Bargain Santa Barbara: a little bit of Italy, some vintage beach culture, and a touch of Mexico. (Value Vacation).(Santa Barbara, California)
Apr 01, 2003; ... The last time my wife and I spent a weekend in Santa Barbara, we went all-out: a wed ding dinner for 80 with an R&B group and three nights at the Four Seasons Resort Santa Barbara, among other extravagances. Of such nights are lifelong memories and long-term debt made. With the ...
Get a glimpse of paradise: at open days, sneak a peek at glorious private gardens. (Travel).(directory of tours of private gardens available)
Apr 01, 2003; ... You don't need to know a Brachyscome from a Boltonia (fyi: both are daisies) to enjoy a garden tour. Sure, visiting private gardens is a great way to learn about plants--and about design, hardscape materials, and every other aspect of the landscaper's art. But let's be honest ....
Riding the Snake: spring river runs highlight a lazy Idaho day in Hagerman.(Hagerman, Idaho, company provides whitewater rafting trips on the Snake River)
Apr 01, 2003; ... The season for whitewater rafting or a relaxing river cruise may still be months off in much of the mountainous West, but not in south central Idaho. Warm temperatures and good water levels make April the start of the season for two easy trips on the Snake River. Tucked in a ...
Artful loafing: the rise of New Mexico's artisan bakeries is bringing back a farming tradition. (Travel).
Apr 01, 2003; ... When it comes to baking, natural simplicity has its virtues--ask anyone who's ever broken the golden brown crust of an artisan bread. These loaves are made the old-fashioned way: by hand. Starting with flour, water, salt, and yeast, they're baked to chewy tenderness on a hearth that ...
A shining tour of the coast: take a three-day tour of seven Oregon lighthouses. (Travel).
Apr 01, 2003; ... I climbed the last three stairs and slowly poked my head up into the watch room of Hecera Head Lighthouse. Through the windows, I could see for miles up and down the rocky central Oregon coast and far out to sea. Gulls soared above the cliffs, and sea lions hauled themselves out to sun in ...
"Lucky we live Hawaii": the fiftieth state through the eyes of its people. (Special Advertising Feature).
Apr 01, 2003 ... "Lucky we live Hawaii!"--It's a saying around here, an expression of gratitude for our home. What a gift to live in a place where there is so much to be thankful for: 78 degrees and sunny year-round; green-, white-, and black-sand beaches; majestic mountains; rain-forests; unique flora and ...
Puerto Penasco's natural side: famed for sportfishing, this Mexican port is now a great place to learn about the sea.
Apr 01, 2003; ... It's a seaside-postcard Saturday afternoon in Puerto Penasco, where the Sonoran Desert meets the 700-mile-long Gulf of California, 60 miles southwest of the Arizona border with Mexico. In front of the Plaza Las Glorias Hotel, rusting shrimp trawlers ride at anchor, their nets stretched to ...
Way down under: in the Mojave Desert, Jack Mitchell's caves are unforgettable. (Travel).
Apr 01, 2003; ... The caverns he made famous almost cost Jack Mitchell his life, or at least his sanity. Lowered hundreds of feet below ground in a boatswain's chair, the spelunking Mitchell became trapped in darkness when the three ropes that supported him twisted into one, jamming the pulley his friends ...
Laramie by design: celebrating the architecture of a changing frontier town. (Travel).(Laramie, Wyoming)
Apr 01, 2003; ... Surrounded by the gently rolling plains of southeastern Wyoming, the old railroad town of Laramie has attracted all kinds of visitors. Butch Gassidy spent some time in the city's territorial prison after it opened in 1872; students began arriving in 1887 when the University of Wyoming ...
Honolulu's new wave: traditional Japanese cuisine gets a Hawaiian-style flavor infusion. (Travel).
Apr 01, 2003; ... The big umbrellas hanging from the ceiling of L'Uraku come in a riotous rainbow of colors, an unusual design flourish for a fine Japanese restaurant--even here in Honolulu. But chef Hiroshi Fukui reckons the bright decor is an apt reflection of his souped-up fare, which massages Tokyo and ...
Front-yard design: three fresh ways to perk up the space outside your front door. (Garden & Outdoor Living).
Apr 01, 2003; ... Creating an inviting front yard can be a challenge, especially on a small lot that is exposed to the sidewalk and street traffic. But as the gateway to your house, this space deserves some careful consideration. Rather then simply carpeting the soil with lawn and edging it with ...
Crops that thrive in pots: you don't need much space if you plant the right veggies and herbs. (Garden).
Apr 01, 2003; ... Growing in just a few big pots set in a sunny Corner of a deck or patio, a compact container garden can reward you with a steady stream of vegetables from spring through fall. From carrots to zucchini, a surprisingly wide variety can be grown successfully in containers. (Large, ...
Ideal iris: spuria's abundant blooms add weeks of color in most Western climates. (Garden).
Apr 01, 2003; ... If you like Dutch iris, you're going to love spuria iris. Though its flowers resemble those of Dutch iris, they're bigger--up to 5 inches across. Not only does spuria produce larger flowers than Dutch types, it produces more of them: three to four buds per stalk is typical; seven is ...
Plant a tomato tepee: train four seedlings up poles to save space and reap fruits aplenty. (Garden).
Apr 01, 2003; ... You don't need a big yard to grow tomatoes successfully In Sunset's test garden last summer, we grew four different tomato varieties on a single compact tepee and harvested great crops. We grew 'Marvel Stripe' and 'Mortgage Lifter', both of which bear fruits weighing a pound or more, and ...
Vines that say good morning: how to use these colorful easy growers. (Garden).
Apr 01, 2003; ... There's something magical about morning glories, which do indeed bloom gloriously in the morning, then swirl closed as the day fades. For growers Sheryl and Marshall Lozier, that's just what makes these vining annuals and perennials so irresistible. As you see in the photo ...
Zinnias thrive in thirsty times. (Mountain Guide).(Brief Article)
Apr 01, 2003; ... Few annuals rival zinnias for steady bloom and their ability to get by, once established, on little water. Last summer, during one of the worst droughts in Colorado history, zinnias put on a riotous color show in four beds at Alamo Placita Park in central Denver. City ...
Vine-covered entry arch. (Guide).(Brief Article)
Apr 01, 2003; ... The arch that Pam Purvis and Patrick Montgomery placed at the entrance to their enclosed backyard garden invites passersby to pause and peek inside. At the same time, the arch screens the garden from a busy city street. Situated on the strip between the street and sidewalk, the arch also ...
Uprooting weeds. (Guide).(gardening implement)(Brief Article)
Apr 01, 2003; ... Eliminating deeply rooted weeds takes a long, strong tool like the Diggit2. Created by Seattle-area gardener Elena Shemeta and her son Paul after years of using an old tent stake to pull up weeds, this foot-long tool has a sturdy, daggerlike 8-inch blade made of stainless steel that won't ...
Rooftop aerie in Denver. (Guide).(Denver, Colorado)
Apr 01, 2003; ... Architectural designer Mickey Ackerman resides in a historic two-story; redbrick structure within earshot of Coors Field in downtown Denver. Ackerman loves to garden, but he had no ground. "I didn't have a front yard, I didn't have a backyard, so I went up," he says. Ackerman found 1,100 ...
What to do in your Garden in April. (Mountain).
Apr 01, 2003; ... PLANTING * ANNUALS. Four to six weeks before the average date of the last frost in your area, start seeds indoors of drought-tolerant warm-season flowers such as coreopsis, globe amaranth, lion's tail (Leonotis leonurus), and rudbeckia. In mountain areas, start seeds of ...
Propagate evergreens by ground layering. (Back to Basics).(Brief Article)
Apr 01, 2003; ... To increase your supply of evergreen plants such as azalea, daphne, mahonia, and rhododendron: 1. Bend a low-growing young, pliable branch toward the ground, scrape off a 1-inch piece of bark from its underside, and trim off leaves within 12 inches of the tip. 2. Dust the wound with ...
Landscape fabrics: dress your garden for success. (Garden).
Apr 01, 2003; ... From the ground up, synthetic fabrics make gardening easier by performing a variety of problem-solving functions. The chart below outlines the main choices available to home gardeners. Be aware that suppliers often sell nearly identical products under different names. <Pre> Mulches ...
Abundant gardening: planting and design tips from an organic grower. (Garden).
Apr 01, 2003; ... More than a decade ago, Craig Murray began growing hard-to-find tomatoes and peppers in Los Altos Hills, California. His organic methods yielded so much beautiful produce that he planted other vegetables, herbs, and flowers to sell at a roadside stand. Many crops now grow in ...
Going for the bold: large-leafed plants add drama to garden beds. (Garden).
Apr 01, 2003; ... A beautiful planting is like a play. The small-leafed plants--bit players-create a textural backdrop that complements large-leafed ones--the stars--whose commanding presences make them standouts. Place a 6-foot-tall 'Black Magic' elephant's ear in a bed or border, for instance, and you ...
Souffles made simple: use our easy techniques to take souffles to new heights.
Apr 01, 2003; ... The thought of making anything as frgile-looking as a tall souffle can terrify cooks. The dish seems magical, but you only need a little basic cooking science to make one--it is nothing more than flavored white sauce folded into beaten egg whites. The whipped egg whites, a network of ...
Carefree & colorful: use our planting and design tips to create a cottage garden with a Western twist.
Apr 01, 2003; ... When you hear the term "cottage garden," you might automatically picture a flowerful plot in front of a rustic country cottage in England. But you don't need a rural address to create such a garden. Cottage gardening is an attitude, not a location. All you need is a passion for plants and ...
Grand Tour exploring the Southwest: at least once in your life, you should visit certain places. The Southwest is one of them. Join Sunset on a 10-day tour of red rock wonders in Zion, Monument Valley, the Grand Canyon, and beyond.
Apr 01, 2003; ... I could live a thousand years and never grow tired of sunset on sandstone. Colors invisible under noon's hot light emerge as reds fleeting as flames, the ancient rock transforming by the second, before darkness takes hold of the day. My friend Tom and I have nailed it, catching ...
Sunny in Seattle: this house makes excellent use of natural light. (Home).(living)(Interview)
Apr 01, 2003; ... The weather report for greater Seattle often reads, "Overcast with light rain." Architect Martin Moberg designed this Kirkland, Washington, house with the local climate in mind. "The house is on a site with lots of tall trees," Moberg says. "We had to do something to capture the light, or ...
How the west is living hay-shed simplicity: this artful Wyoming home makes the most of ordinary materials and outdoor living. (Home and Design).(Interview)
Apr 01, 2003; ... When architect Eric Logan and his wife, Tracy, moved to Jackson Hole, Wyoming, in 1995--for a new job and the opportunity to raise a family in a small community--they faced the harsh reality of a resort-town economy "We sold our home in Denver for what we thought was a lot of money" Eric ...
A fireplace that fits anywhere. (Home Guide).(new product by Fireplace Xtrordinair)(Product/Service Evaluation)
Apr 01, 2003; ... Dancing flames create an inviting focal point for a room, but sometimes there's not enough space for a standard-size fireplace. We found that Fireplace Xtrordinair's new Bed and Breakfast Fireplace is an ideal solution. Measuring only 15 inches deep and 19 1/8 inches wide, the gas-burning ...
Invisible vase. (Home Guide).(transparent polyethylene vase)(Brief Article)
Apr 01, 2003; ... This transparent polyethylene vase--shaped like a tabletop picture frame--almost disappears, turning any flower into a star. The flower's stem wedges into a conical well that functions as a leg, angling back from the center of the vase. The well doesn't hold a lot of water and will require ...
For pausing while painting. (Home Guide).(Close-N-Go Covered Paint Tray)(Brief Article)
Apr 01, 2003; ... Squeeze the lid closed and walk away. Using the new Close-N-Go Covered Paint Tray, that's all it takes to temporarily suspend a painting project. The lightweight plastic tray has an interlocking rim for an almost airtight seal to trap moisture inside. We left a ...
Centralized storage. (Home Guide).(Brief Article)
Apr 01, 2003; ... This kitchen has to work for a large, busy family To maximize space and cut down on "searching" time, the architect installed very few overhead cabinets. Instead, most of the storage is in this single wall. When preparing a meal, it's one-stop shopping for ...
Monet tabletop: leaf-shaped placemats and bright pink water lilies set the mood for spring.(Brief Article)
Apr 01, 2003; ... Claude Monet captured the beauty of water lilies on canvas, and so can you--with a little help from your computer and local print shop. We used a lily pad to make a set of canvas placemats. We bought a water lily plant ($20 at nurseries that sell water plants, or buy a silk ...
Paint a floor canvas: use a projector to capture classic decorative designs. (Home).
Apr 01, 2003; ... Simple to make and surprisingly durable, painted canvas used as a floor mat adds graphic punch to a room. We started by choosing printed designs and photocopying them. The decorative patterns were reflected onto the canvases with a projector (available from art-supply and crafts stores) ...
Alcoves for charm and comfort: smart ideas for small spaces. (Home).(Brief Article)
Apr 01, 2003; ... Alcoves--small recesses opening off a room or hallway--add character and extra functionality to a home. Whether used for relaxing by a window, to gain storage, or for displaying art or floral arrangements, these intimate niches are effective ways to enhance underutilized areas. ...
Heart of the home: this open, efficient kitchen borrows space and color from the garden. (Home).
Apr 01, 2003; ... A lot of happy living goes on here. It's apparent the moment you pass through the Dutch door into Tera and Rick Ayotte's big, friendly kitchen, which is the focus of their modest, 1,500-square-foot home in Hermosa Beach, California. The light and airy 375-square-foot room is the product of ...
Glass tile renaissance: colors and styles have multiplied exponentially. Here's help in making choices to suit your needs. (Home).
Apr 01, 2003; ... Decorative glass tile--the roots of which go back to Mesopotamia more than 4,500 years ago--is entering a new golden age as manufacturers and artisans experiment with colors, materials, and techniques to produce a seemingly infinite variety of contemporary examples. And it's no wonder, ...
Red delicious treehouse: build a sandbox-playhouse disguised as an apple tree. (Home).
Apr 01, 2003; ... We built this playhouse at our San Jose remodel last year and watched as touring kids oohed and aahed. The whimsical apple-tree facade masks a childsize, not-too-high-off-the-ground playhouse that shelters a bottom-level sandbox. The footprint is 5 feet square--appropriate for the ...
Dining in color: vibrant tones and patterns capture the sunlight in this curved banquette. (Home).(Brief Article)
Apr 01, 2003; ... This built-in eating nook is designed to be flexible: two people won't feel overwhelmed if they're just having a snack, while eight can comfortably fit for a more elaborate meal. The trick is in the selection of paint color and fabric to complement the shape and character of the ...
A taste of Russia: throw an easy appetizer party with zakuski. (Food & Entertaining).
Apr 01, 2003; ... Zakuski--Russian appetizers--got their start as just a little something to nibble with vodka. Even though the word means "little bites," zakuski evolved into a lavish spread of hors d'oeuvres. The Old World tradition makes a perfectly modern appetizer party or a casual buffet dinner ....
The new spring green: mache makes a beautiful salad--and tasty hot dishes too. (Food Guide).
Apr 01, 2003; ... In the West's luxuriously crowded field of greens, there's another player. Until recently, mache--also known as lamb's lettuce or corn salad and a longtime staple in France--could be found here mainly in tony restaurants and upscale markets. Now, however, Epic Roots, founded by former chef ...
For April sipping. (Food Guide).(five wines briefly considered)(Brief Article)
Apr 01, 2003; ... Coldstream Hills Sauvignon Blanc 2001 (Yarra Valley, Australia), $18. The best Australian Sauvignon Blanc I've ever had--bracingly fresh and clean, with wonderful citrus and spice flavors. Fleur du Cap Sauvignon Blanc 2001, Unfiltered (Coastal Region, South Africa), $15. This is ...
How to read a wine label. (The Wine Guide).(Brief Article)
Apr 01, 2003; ... The label on any U.S. wine seems straightforward compared to, say, a French wine. But looks can be deceiving, as they say. The words can mean much or little. "Reserve," "special select," and the like have no legal meaning in the United States. In some cases, they denote a ...
Quick cuts. (Food Guide).(Borner V-Slicer Plus and Benriner cutter)(Brief Article)
Apr 01, 2003 ... Perfect julienned carrots or sliced cucumbers make beautiful salads or garnishes, but consistent cutting takes patience--unless you use a mandoline or slicer. Stainless steel models are pricey, but plastic-bodied models, such as the Borner V-Slicer Plus (shown above) and the adjustable ...