Where Food Is Life
For years I’ve avoided heavily marketed meat substitutes such as No Evil’s Comrade Cluck, a stand-in for chicken. Why do I have this bias? I guess because these products are … Continue reading Gnocchi with Mushrooms and Comrade Cluck
Farro is my favorite grain. It dates to the ancient world, appearing first in the fertile crescent and then spreading throughout the Mediterranean. The word “farro” is Italian and is … Continue reading One Pot Farro
My sister-in-law’s grandson announced he’d become vegan on the drive back to her house from the airport. Needless to say, he is the only vegan in the family. She wanted … Continue reading Tempeh Piccata
This recipe was first developed at London’s River Cafe many years ago, I think in the 1990s. Located in Hammersmith, The River Cafe earned a Michelin star in 1997 and … Continue reading Strawberry Sorbet
For decades I’ve day dreamed about my grandmother’s homemade preserves, but never had the time to learn how to do it myself. This year I’ve committed myself to canning as … Continue reading Jalapeño Peach Chutney – Learning to Preserve at Home
We’re returning to the Pacific Northwest soon to spend the summer wedged between the Cascades and Puget Sound. In anticipation, I made this very northwest dish featuring fresh caught halibut … Continue reading Halibut and Mushrooms
Comfort Me With Beets 