It is precisely this time of year that I find myself in a pesto rut. It’s just that there are so many wonderful green things that exist in the world right now: basil, chives, spring onions, kale, arugula, spinach, nettles, and more. And my absolute favorite thing to do with spring greens is to make pesto. (Please see examples: A,… Read More »
Happy Cuatro de Mayo! I had every intention of posting this recipe earlier in the week to give y’all plenty of time to plan your Cinco de Mayo menu, but I simply didn’t get to it. So, I’ll keep this short and sweet. It’s a sunny, 80+ degree day in Portland, OR. It isn’t summer yet, technically, but it certainly… Read More »
I’ve been making a concerted effort to get out into nature more often. To unplug and leave the city; to get away from it all. It’s been awesome. Last week, the husband and I ventured into the Columbia River Gorge to look for morel mushrooms. Let me tell you right now, this not nearly as cool as it sounds. We… Read More »
Despite all of my best efforts to simplify my life, I must be honest with myself that my life is not, in fact, simple. No, it’s quite the opposite. Mind you, I am not complaining. My life may be busy, but it is busy and full of wonderful things. I am blessed. In times such as these, I find myself… Read More »
“No child should go hungry in America, yet 1 in 4 U.S. kids don’t know where their next meal will come from.” – The Giving Table For many of us, it’s hard to wrap our brains around the fact that there is a real and present hunger problem in the United States. We are an affluent and independent country and… Read More »
Pardon my bragging, but I’ve been on a roll this week. First, there was Easter Sunday with my family, which was wonderful. I got to hang out with my youngest sister and her husband and adorable child. I took my niece to the zoo, and we got to see polar bears and bats and baby elephants. And, there was a… Read More »
For those of you that don’t know, I organize and host The PDX Food Swap. The swap is a great way to connect (and barter!) with the local food community. If you’re in the Portland area, I highly encourage you to attend! ++++ Registration is now open for the PDX Food Swap, which is taking place at Sharp (the restaurant… Read More »