I’m a fan of dishes that offer flexibility. That’s why I love making ratatouille. Traditionally a French summer dish of stewed veggies, a willingness to be creative can take you in many directions with this dish. This ratatouille recipe can easily be made at any time of the year. It’s warming yet light with perfectly…
Umpqua and the Oregon Coast
Today is Sunday and as usual, I find myself patiently waiting for thirsty customers to pass by the tasting room. The climate is muggy and boring, the tourists that make up my customer base haven’t been given the green light to head for the mountains just yet. Last week, Frank and I returned from an…
Plus One at the WA Wine Trade & Media Tasting
If there was ever a time when I felt like a total grifter, it was when I tagged along with my fiancé to the Washington Wine Trade & Media Tasting last week. This event was for industry only, and even though I do work in the industry, I certainly wasn’t on the invite list. Frank…
The Willamette Part II: Harvest
Beginning with where we left off, Frank drives us, our bikes, and our wine home. We tried to decipher what exactly is a harvest chef- but eventually moved on to other things. We arrived in Olympia eager for warm showers and a night in our bed. Getting the Job For curiosity’s sake, Frank reached out…
Bikepacking the Willamette, Part 1
Hello, World! Currently, I find myself bundled in layers of sweatpants, wool socks & fluffy blankets, drinking coffee and losing concentration. After an unseasonably warm January, we are right back on track with a cold, grey & slow-moving February— but for once it isn’t raining. That means I’m listening to a lot of crime podcasts…
So Many Carbs, So Little Time
This month has flown by, and it’s taken me almost the whole time to work up enough content for a post- but I’ll be leaving for vacation tomorrow and I didn’t want to leave without sharing some kitchen inspiration. Frank and I have been spending most of our free time carving out small biking adventures….
Crab Cakes, Wild Mushrooms & Chicken Tacos, Time for Another CSA Sunday!
Between the weekly CSA delivered to my door, the berries growing along my fence and the routine trips to the Co-op down the street, I am super privileged and grateful to have a fridge full of fresh and seasonal produce. After a busy couple of weeks I’ve finally had enough time to sit down and…
Carrot Top Pesto
If there’s one thing I’ve noticed since receiving weekly CSAs, it’s that you often end up with leftover produce and parts of produce that you may not know what to do with. Lately, I’ve been left with lots of radish & carrot greens. Composting is great, but you won’t want to miss out on the…
A Weekend in Walla Walla
Last weekend Frank and I made the last minute decision to savor & celebrate one of our final long weekends for a while and make a visit to Walla Walla. We booked an AirB&B on Thursday, hooked up our bikes to my car, and left as soon as I got off work on Friday. We…
Kimchi Hash with Gochujang Tofu & Poached Eggs
My favorite thing about this kimchi hash is how easy it is, and how impressive you look serving it. It’s fragrant, savory, spicy & one of my favorite ways to prepare tofu. The gochujang red pepper paste adds a deep sweet & salty flavor profile that’s hard to find elsewhere & learning the process of…