Author: Cat Elsby

Cat is a social worker and journalist with a degree in Media Arts & Design from James Madison University. She lived in New Orleans for the past two years working with the homeless population but recently relocated to Denver. In her spare time she is crafting, cooking, decorating and creating anything she can. She believes the most delicious meals and the most beautiful decorations are homemade. She loves to experiment with her recipes and crafts to provide delicious and unique meals and crafts at an affordable price. She loves to travel, soak up new cultures, photograph everything and anything, and live life outdoors.

Gorgonzola Butter

There are not many things I love more than cheese. Sure I love my family, my friends, my pets and my boyfriend. But then in a very close fifth place, there’s cheese. I want to put cheese on everything. There are so many different kinds, and each one complements different dishes perfectly. One of my… Continue reading Gorgonzola Butter

Melon, Prosciutto, Arugula & Honey Bites

It’s summer! yayayayay! I’m a summer girl through and through, so now that it’s summer I’m elated. Although, allergies seem to be particularly bad this year, so that’s an uphill battle for me right now. But as soon as those subside, it’s full speed ahead to summertime glee. These little bites of joy really help… Continue reading Melon, Prosciutto, Arugula & Honey Bites

Raspberry Crostini with Ricotta, Honey & Walnut

  Hi all, Cat from The Rustic Willow here again! I hope everyone is having a delightful spring. If your weather has been anything like Colorado’s then you’re probably experiencing sunny, 70-degree weather one day, and snow the next. My body, my lawn, and my car are so confused! Once we all start adjusting to… Continue reading Raspberry Crostini with Ricotta, Honey & Walnut