Sue's purchases and travels

This afternoon, after many consecutive days of 90 plus degree temperatures and NO rain we finally had a torrential downpour. It lasted for a few hours and when I left the shop this evening my gardens rewarded me with some marvelous fragrances the most recognizable of which was dill. Is there a more popular herb or garnish in all of Scandinavia? We always clip it into our boiled potatoes, sprinkle it on poached salmon, or mix it in with sour cream and cucumbers for a classic summer salad. A favorite hot weather drink, after Vodka tonic, is water infused with cucumber and a bit of dill. It tastes like summer in Scandinavia! So, as the weatherman warns of rising temperatures I prescribe a tall pitcher of iced water mixed with sliced cucumbers and bits of dill. Take in a shady spot and repeat as needed.