Simple Spring Cooking with Linen at the Heart of It
Spring in Maine has its own quiet rhythm. The light lasts longer, herbs start poking up again, and you can almost taste the green in the air. It’s the time of year I find myself reaching for simpler meals… those that highlight fresh produce and don’t ask much more than a bit of attention.
Spring invites a shift in the kitchen… toward lighter meals, brighter flavors, and a slower pace. It's a season for reconnecting with the ingredients around us and finding joy in the small, grounding rituals of home cooking. One of the simplest ways to bring that sense of ease and beauty into your kitchen is with natural materials like linen.
Linen brings warmth and ease to cooking. A well-worn apron keeps you grounded while stirring at the stove. Soft tea towels dry hands, line bread baskets, or catch drips on the table. These pieces are made to be part of everyday life… beautiful, yes, but also functional, durable, and meant to be used.
A Favorite Spring Dinner: Herbed Chicken Thighs with Asparagus and Lemon
Ingredients
4 bone-in, skin-on chicken thighs
1 bunch asparagus, trimmed
1 lemon, thinly sliced
3 cloves garlic, smashed
A few sprigs of fresh herbs (thyme, rosemary, or tarragon)
Olive oil
Salt and pepper
Instructions
Preheat oven to 425°F.
Pat chicken dry and season with salt and pepper.
In a cast iron skillet or baking dish, heat a bit of olive oil. Sear chicken thighs skin-side down until golden, about 5–7 minutes.
Flip chicken, then add asparagus, lemon slices, garlic, and herbs to the pan. Drizzle with more olive oil and a pinch of salt.
Roast for 20–25 minutes until chicken is cooked through and asparagus is tender.
Serve with crusty bread or a simple grain like farro to soak up the lemony juices.
A little spring BOGO bonus
There’s a quiet joy in meals like this… seasonal, satisfying, and uncomplicated. With a soft linen apron around your waist and herbs fresh from the garden, it’s easy to feel at home in your kitchen. Looking for a few new pieces that bring that feeling to life? Shop our linen collections for easy inspiration.
As I get ready to make a fresh batch of linen dish covers, I’m running a B.O.G.O. special; buy any medium or large dish cover and get a small one free. It’s the perfect time to stock up for summer picnics, rising dough, or just keeping leftovers a little prettier. No code needed, it’ll be added automatically at checkout.
