Folks, it is peak apple season and if you haven't sunken your teeth into an apple fresh off the tree then you better head up to Bellewood Acres and have at it! This fabulous farm is chock-full of apples, pumpkins and you can't escape the scent of their homemade apple cider that is made fresh every day! The kind people at Bellewood will give you a bag, point you to the apple grove (not that it is hard to miss!) and you can pick to your heart's content.  I must say I didn't know what to expect since I've never really "u-picked" before, but I just LOVED it! There is something so rewarding when you pick your own produce. All I could think about was how many dishes I could make with these delicious, juicy apples. If you live in Washington and want a fun adventure with your honey or with the kids then go apple picking! It is a great way to enjoy the magnificant fall weather (before the rain hits), support your local farms, and spend quality time with your family and friends.

If you happen to go up to Bellewood make sure you take the scenic route along the Chuckanut Highway. It is absolutely breathtaking and you can get some amazing views of the Puget Sound and San Juan Islands. It will only tack on an extra 15 minutes to your drive and it is well worth it!

Tomorrow I will share with you my first apple recipe of the season, stay tuned....