Have a little news… I generally don’t like talking about myself.  Have always been a bit shy or maybe introspective is a better word.  But here goes. In the span of just a few months, I turned 40 (still hard to believe), resigned from my job, and booked a ticket to Ireland (to attend a … Continue Reading

I have a habit of going overboard.  Time and time again, I tell myself, I’m going to scale back, just make one thing today.  But, before I know it, I’m at the grocery store with a basket full of ingredients.  Shortly thereafter, the kitchen (or the minuscule 7.5-foot long space that is my kitchen) is … Continue Reading

I’ve had a busy (but productive) couple of days in the kitchen… Wild Alaskan sockeye salmon season has arrived!  The sockeye run in Alaska from late-May to early- August.  Check out this cool photo of a hungry bear (and this one too). Sockeye salmon’s naturally rich and stunning shade of orange is a feast for … Continue Reading

“May your crust be crisp and your bread always rise.” — Baker’s Blessing, Peter Reinhart on bread.   Recently watched this Peter Reinhart video on TED, which inspired me to bake some bread.  I’ve been experimenting with bread for the past 5 years or so, but it’s been a while since I’ve gotten my hands … Continue Reading

I bought these beets because, well, they are quite naturally stunning, don’t you think?  A vibrant mosaic of  color — the varying shades of red, pink, and yellow pop off the plate.  No specific plan was on the horizon for these beets, so I stuffed them in the fridge and forgot about them.  While aesthetically … Continue Reading