My last weekend brunch, I decided to break open the pumpkin waffle mix that was in the pantry and didn't want to do the typical maple syrup routine. I had a large pint of blackberries in the fridge that needed some attention and thought "Hmmm… blackberry syrup". While pilfering through the pantry, I decided that a little vanilla would go a long way and, hence, this new summer brunch staple was born. This Blackberry Vanilla Syrup (if any is left) is also fabulous over desserts, yogurt and … [Read more...]