Greetings Customers;

Well not only is it hot outside, but we have some hot new things in the shop.I will also list all the up-coming classes.

I hope everyone is having fun with the garden. Mine is not faring well because of the heat.I have lost most of my plants and wondering if I should try again. The heat tells me no, but my empty shelves say I should. I know the heat has affected us all. The energy is just not there. I have had more time to look for some fun toys to make canning easier. I love to find new items to speed things up and make less of a mess. I don't think I can ever have enough room in my kitchen.I will list some of the new items from Norpro. Also check out the website for more information.

Meat grinder/mincer/pasta maker-the uses are amazing!

Grip Ez Meat hammer

Vegetable Steamer-will fit in most pots to aid in steaming veggies for canning and freezing.

Corn cutter- I tried this one, and it's great! It took me a few tries to figure it out, but it cuts down on corn splatter for sure.

5 piece garnish set-Make beautiful vegetable trays for any party or gathering.

Bottle pourers for wine-Just like the ones you see at all wineries.

Grip Ez cork screw

4 in 1 opener-Lots of uses for this tool!

Jelly strainer stand and bags

Grip Ez tenderizer

From the mix department I will be getting in new items the first week in August.

Pickled beet mix

Horseradish sauce

Chipotle & Garlic Salsa Mix

Come get all your canning needs. We still have a lot of jars and supplies.

Classes are as follows:

August 14th -9am to 12 will be a canning/jelly making class. The canning part will be modified because of lack of veggies in my gardern. But we will show the process and do some items in the waterbath method.We will follow with jelly making.

August 21st- 9am to 11 will be a wine making class. We will use real fruit, but will also explain the kit method.

August 28th 9am to 11 will be a beer making class. We will make a beer kit in the kitchen but will also show equiptment for all-grain method.

Each class will cost $5.00 and will include drinks and snacks.

There will be another wine kit tasting in September, so it's not to late to make one. I have plenty of kits in the shop. More info on this soon.

Great news! The grape concentrates are back. Several wines benifit from this. I have been using and recommending grape juice for a substitute. The concentrates are so much better and they finally have come back out with them.

I will be writing a blog soon about crabapples, and the uses for them, so look for it. Try to stay cool and relax with your favorite beverage by a poolside, or under a shade tree.

We truly do have a lot to be thankful for, even as the sweat drips from our brow. Look around and always be aware of those in need. When things get rough, reach out and help someone else. It will always make your trouble ease up.Have a blessed Summer and enjoy the fruits of your labor.

Becky Riley

Riley Ridge Supplies LLC