A bit about Sarah Buckley
I’m Sarah—originally from Connecticut, now temporarily rooted in Virginia’s fertile soil (zone 7b), where I live with my husband and two children. Frolic and Fare began in 2020, born from a season of loss and longing—a way to reclaim creativity, reconnect with the natural world, and make something meaningful with my hands and heart. What started as a quiet outlet has grown into a love letter to the garden, the kitchen, and the gentle rituals that bring depth to everyday life.
Our family moves often for my husband’s career, which has meant leaving behind my own work time and time again. But I made a decision early on: if I couldn’t root in one place, I’d root in joy. For me, that meant filling my days with flour-dusted mornings, floral bakes, and the quiet pleasure of creating something beautiful to share.
My recipes are mostly sweet, sometimes savory, and always inspired by the seasons. I’m endlessly drawn to the fleeting and fragrant—herbs, blossoms, citrus zests. I find magic in folding foraged and garden-grown ingredients into tender scones, sugared cookies, and simple cakes. Whenever I see a flower in bloom, I imagine how it might dress a dessert, steep into a syrup, or infuse a sugar.
Things I cherish: handwritten letters in the mailbox, hikes with my family, vintage kitchen treasures, lilacs in full bloom, bubble baths steeped in rose petals from the garden, Most days, you’ll find me on a walk, basket in hand—gathering blooms, dreaming up my next bake, and cherishing the poetry of this simple, seasonal life.
Frequently asked questions
What does Frolic and Fare mean
To frolic (VERB) play or move about in a cheerful, playful and lively way.
Fare (NOUN) a range of food of a particular type.
Frolic and fare means playful food. I believe the act of producing meals for our loved ones should be fanciful, fun, playful, full of creative spirit. Like a frolic in a flower field.
What inspired your blog?
The birth of my second child, my son Patrick. I wanted to grow something for myself 🙂 other than my children. An act of selfishness. A baby to nurture and develop that was truly my own.
How did you learn how to blog?
After 5 years, I still don’t know how to blog. I’m just showing up whenever I can.
How did you learn photography?
I practiced each and every day until I felt I had developed my own style. I learned to shoot manual, understanding the exposure triangle to become a better technical photographer to maximize photo shoots. I learned to understand and appreciate light, composition and color theory.
Is blogging your career?
No it is not. Blogging is my hobby.
Where do you live?
Our family moves fairly regularly for my husband’s career (every 3 years). We used to live in Muscat, Oman. A wonderful, beautiful gem of a place. We are currently in Virginia. Who knows where we will be next.