Who doesn’t feel warm and peaceful while sipping a cup of steaming hot cocoa with marshmallows on top, or a double espresso peppermint latte made with almond milk, extra froth and a candy cane, or smelling the sweet scent of an herbal tea with a drizzle of honey added to it? Recently, we … [Read more...] about Preparing a Joyful, Immune-Boosting Cup
Goods from the Garden
Celebrate Celery
While growing up, my best memories of celery were spread with cream cheese on a veggie platter. Peanut butter and raisins on top of celery was always a fun treat. That would be called “Ants on a Log.” My mother would also attach the food grinder to the table and begin placing multiple stalks of … [Read more...] about Celebrate Celery
Eating During Stressful Times
Stress can be found in the faces of family, friends, neighbors and coworkers. I have seen perfect strangers with frantic looks on their faces. My heart goes out to them. I can share that I, too, have experienced forms of stress. As a local business owner, wife, mother and grandmother, I have … [Read more...] about Eating During Stressful Times
Eating Lighter in the Summertime
Do you naturally shift your mindset to lighter and cooler meals during the summertime? During the heat of the summer, our bodies are geared to receive lighter meals. In turn, this allows us the energy needed to move through a hot day. Hiking, gardening, outside chores and sharing backyard … [Read more...] about Eating Lighter in the Summertime
Let Food Be Thy Medicine
I was feeling a bit fatigued, sluggish, perimenopausal and experiencing some stress. My adrenals were in overload. I believed these feelings were caused by a busy catering season and some of life’s stresses. I knew I needed some guidance and nurturing. I scheduled an appointment at the Mobile … [Read more...] about Let Food Be Thy Medicine
Spring Up with Culinary Herbs
Spring is near and it is time to celebrate the season. I recall when I lived in Phoenix, springtime memories were the desert blooming with magical colors of wildflowers and cactus bearing fruit. We would attend Spring Training baseball games and celebrate with the fans and players. Spring Break … [Read more...] about Spring Up with Culinary Herbs
Where There is Love, There is Food
It is no surprise that through the years of my culinary journey, I have thrived to share food in multiple ways. Food has always been a tool to express my love and compassion. As a local caterer, we create menus for some of the most amazing clients and guests. A few weeks ago, I was having a … [Read more...] about Where There is Love, There is Food
Eating Healthy Food is Part of Self-Care
When you hear the term “self-care,” what comes to mind? For many years, I have thought that self-care involved getting a massage, receiving a luxurious facial, hiking in our beautiful forests, attending a fancy retreat, relaxing in a bubble bath, reading a good book and listening to jazz music with … [Read more...] about Eating Healthy Food is Part of Self-Care
Savoring Holiday Traditions
We all celebrate our individual cultures and family food traditions as a major part of the holidays. Growing up, Grandma Scardine would prepare fresh pasta and Brajoile (pronounced Brajole) with the Thanksgiving bird. The tenderness and flavor of the meat with the fresh sauce was amazing! Garlic … [Read more...] about Savoring Holiday Traditions
Let There Be Quiche
My Grandma Betty Scardine was my family cooking instructor. I would watch her every move as she would shift from the upstairs and basement kitchens. I loved how she took the simplest ingredients and created wonderful dishes and culinary memories. I can recall watching Julia Child, the famous … [Read more...] about Let There Be Quiche
