Veganism is on the rise, and there are certainly numerous benefits to adopting a more plant-based diet. Eating more plant-based foods reduces your carbon footprint, and overall improves one’s health. Though cooking is an art, baking is a science, and Read more…
Hey, it happens! Life is a party, and we sometimes pay the price the next day. Here are some tips to help you the next time you decide to imbibe. #1 Drink 2 glasses of water per alcoholic drink Win Read more…
Tamalitoz is a variety of hard candy produced by Sugarox, handmade in Mexico but a San Antonio, TX based company. I stumbled upon this brand for the very first time while waiting in the checkout line, and was delighted with Read more…
The week after the winter holidays, before the New Year is a time for rest and recuperation. But don’t get too lazy, because there is so much to look forward to in 2020. Whether or not I’m able to maintain Read more…
Halloween may be over, but there are still many uses for the vibrant, powerful pumpkin. One of my favorite fruits, not only for cooking but for its beautiful aesthetic. Pumpkin or other related squash are available fresh in some varietal Read more…
Warm soft pillows of orchard picked nature sweetness; wrapped up in cinnamon- brown sugar, grass-fed buttery flaky crust and a splash of fun? Look no further than my Spiked Apple Pie recipe, my favorite bake to make. You Will Need Read more…
In early September, I had the opportunity to join a film group on a wild berry picking tour in upstate New York, in the Hudson River Valley. It was my first time that far upstate, an extra motivation to sign Read more…
Super simple to prepare, full of flavor and nutrients. Based originally in Central America, chia seeds come from the Salvia hispanica plant, a relative to the mint family. Nearly as tiny as a poppy seed, chia though is PACKED full Read more…
There is a chill in the air, which only means one thing- soup season! One of my favorite hearty cold weather dishes is a wholesome thick chili. With a garnish of cheddar, chopped chives and a side of corn bread, Read more…
Bone broth: the way our ancestors made soups for centuries. Bone broths were often used to stretch an animal kill to its furthest advantage, and a crucial tool for survival. Unlike stock, bone broth is a much longer process with Read more…