The Hive

April 29, 2019

Don't call an Exterminator!

Right around now (May) I get lots of people who ask how they can get rid of honey bee swarms they find on their property or in the walls of their home. You would think that with all the press in circulation right now about 'Save the Bees', people would not be turning instinctively to exterminators. Unfortunately, if you're not in the business, an exterminator is a pretty obvious choice, albeit an uninformed one. The true is that wild honey bees represent a real world savings to bee keepers. To populate a new hive with a new colony (if purchased)...

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cheese, honey, pastries - April 19, 2019

Cheese Tea Pastries

I think you people need a new recipe to consider for this Easter. Cheese Tea Pastries *2 cup flour *1/4 tsp. baking powder *1 tsp. salt * 1/4 c cold shortening * 2 tbsp. honey * 1/4 c. butter 1 c. cottage cheese Sift dry ingredients together. Cut in shortening and butter until mixture resembles cornmeal. Add honey to cottage cheese; mix well. Add to flour; mix lightly to make a smooth dough. Roll out this on lightly floured pastry board. Cut into desired shapes. Place on cookie sheet. Bake at 325 degrees for 10 to 15 minutes or until...

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April 09, 2019

Where Are All the Potential Affiliates & Partners?

When I first started this website (actually, long before I started it), I had droves of people spouting the magic of affiliate/partner marketing. Problem is (or it has been, up to this point), I have not been able to find a partner to team up with. What am I looking for? Someone with a parallel product - Tea producers/distributors are welcome, cooking/food bloggers, etc. What is the best arrangement? Your guess is as good as mine. It has to work for both of us so, combo deals, managed sales, monthly promotions, you name it. I am anxious to hear...

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March 31, 2019