Anyone who engages in the art of making food at home beyond the simple needs of sustenance knows that there is a great difference between cooking and baking. Both skills engage us in the present moment and allow for creativity…
The first fruit picking of the year has just arrived: strawberries! These ruby heralds of early summer (yes, summer!) are such delights – bright, juicy and packed with amazing flavor – a sure favorite for just about everyone. Our PYO…
One thing I’ve learned about raising boys is that they are ALWAYS hungry! With that in mind, I try to make sure that the food they eat is giving them the energy they need to fuel their active lives. They…
Our son Isaac: man oh man does he love going to the grocery store with us. Well, that is as long as we’re going to the grocery store in our neighborhood that has the “little carts.” His complete and total…
Early in my adult life, I had the chance to visit my sister at her new apartment in a big city, and this pasta dish was one of the first recipes she made during my trip. It was simple, yet…
We all know we should eat more vegetables, but sometimes, it’s easier said than done. It’s tempting to grab something premade and quick, especially when it comes to desserts and snacks. A sweet tooth can be hard to satisfy without…
It’s Spring! Crocuses and snowdrops dot the greening grass, tulips are pushing their way up through the hard soil, tiny buds are on the trees, and the first daffodils are beginning to bloom. Yes, spring has arrived. And yet, the…
“Don’t play with your food!” Let’s face it, we’ve all heard, have had said to us, or have said this phrase ourselves to the miniature humans who depend on us. One day I was wondering where this phrase came from,…
There are few things in life more enjoyable than a fresh, flakey pastry. I love visiting coffee shops, picking something from the display case, and pairing it with a cup of coffee. Sitting down to savor the perfect combination feels…
Have you ever heard of Mother Sauces? If you haven’t, I’m sure you’ve experienced them before, either when eating out or even perhaps in your own kitchen. The five Mother Sauces are foundational parts of modern French cooking, and by…