Sep 29, 2016
Growing up my mom was the kind of mom that rationed the sugar. I studied the ingredient statements on boxes in the cereal aisle at the grocery store with serious determination as I was only allowed ones whose first ingredient was not sugar. This is harder than it... 
Sep 14, 2016
Now this is my kind of late summer breakfast. You know the time of year – when all the markets are full of fuzzy peaches and dark purple plums. The kind of fruit that was picked ripe because it was grown locally. The kind of ripeness you can smell half an aisle away.... 
Mar 8, 2016
I like dips. And really what’s not to like? They are often full of flavor (think onion, clam or that completely addictive jalapeño artichoke dip from Costco). They are usually scooped up with something fun and crunchy (think crackers, chips or crispy veggies).... 
Mar 1, 2016
The downside about being a bit food crazy is that my Facebook feed is filled with enticing photos all day, every day. I’ve gotten pretty good at scanning over them but every once in awhile there’s something that brings my scrolling finger to a quick stop.... 
Feb 16, 2015
It started in art school where there wasn’t on-campus living, social activities or even a cafeteria. I lived alone in a small studio apartment on the edge of downtown Portland where the winter evenings were bone chillingly cold and shiny black with rain. This is... 