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About this blog: I've been attracted to food for good and bad reasons for many years. From eating disorder to east coast culinary school, food has been my passion, profession & nemesis. I've been a sugar addict, a 17-year vegetarian, a food and en... (More)
About this blog: I've been attracted to food for good and bad reasons for many years. From eating disorder to east coast culinary school, food has been my passion, profession & nemesis. I've been a sugar addict, a 17-year vegetarian, a food and environment pioneer, macrobiotic, Master Cleanser, ayurvedic, and officially-designated health-nut or party-girl (depending on the year). Professionally, I've worn many industry hats including: line cook, corporate chef, Food Coach, caterer, product developer, restaurant reviewer, culinary school teacher, corporate wellness educator, food co-op clerk, author, and even Cirque-du-Soleil lead popcorn concessioner! For years I managed an outdoor kitchen, deep in the bear-infested woods of Tahoe, and also for hospitals (the most unhealthy kitchen I ever worked in?), Singapore high-rises, mule-pack trips, Canadian catholic rectories, and more events than I could ever recall. Yet I still keep discovering. Actually, I adapt everyday by new lessons learned from teachers, customers and students. However there is one food truth I now hold sacrosanct: Eaters are motivated by pleasure. So no matter what we discuss here - recipes or restaurants, food politics or pairings, local events, food as art, or even as God, I will always come from a high-vibe, party perspective. Oh I do still long to change the world with great tasting food, but know in my heart, "If it ain't fun, it don't get done!" So - wanna come to the Food Party? By the way - it's a potluck. (Hide)
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Local Flavor – Upcoming Food Events
Nov 8, 2017 7:56 am
Comments: 0 | Views: 3,413
A Taste of Whole Foods
I got a chance to taste-test some new Whole Foods holidays fare and so can you. Coming to a store near you, all Whole Foods Markets... More
Nov 8, 2017 7:56 am
Comments: 0 | Views: 3,413
A Taste of Whole Foods
I got a chance to taste-test some new Whole Foods holidays fare and so can you. Coming to a store near you, all Whole Foods Markets... More
What’s Your State’s Favorite Halloween Candy?
Oct 30, 2017 7:23 am
Comments: 4 | Views: 2,729
It’s Halloween and I like that because I like candy! I like the chewy, gooey candies that get stuck in my teeth, and crispy ones that crackle when I crunch.... More
Oct 30, 2017 7:23 am
Comments: 4 | Views: 2,729
It’s Halloween and I like that because I like candy! I like the chewy, gooey candies that get stuck in my teeth, and crispy ones that crackle when I crunch.... More
Let's Get Wasted
Oct 24, 2017 6:52 am
Comments: 9 | Views: 3,333
Wasted! The Story of Food Waste
Film and conversation
October 27th
Two groups in Palo Alto, Transition Palo Alto and Zero Waste Palo Alto present... More
Oct 24, 2017 6:52 am
Comments: 9 | Views: 3,333
Wasted! The Story of Food Waste
Film and conversation
October 27th
Two groups in Palo Alto, Transition Palo Alto and Zero Waste Palo Alto present... More
I AM THE GOD OF HELL FIRE AND I BRING YOU
Oct 13, 2017 8:01 pm
Comments: 37 | Views: 4,627
Fire
I'll take you to burn
Fire
I'll take you to learn
I'll see you burn!!!
You fought hard and you saved and learned
But all of it's going to... More
Oct 13, 2017 8:01 pm
Comments: 37 | Views: 4,627
Fire
I'll take you to burn
Fire
I'll take you to learn
I'll see you burn!!!
You fought hard and you saved and learned
But all of it's going to... More
Soil – A Thing of the Past?
Oct 6, 2017 7:14 am
Comments: 6 | Views: 4,381
I spent last year researching people
growing food in cities
... More
Oct 6, 2017 7:14 am
Comments: 6 | Views: 4,381
I spent last year researching people
growing food in cities
... More
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Greek restaurant Taverna opening in Palo Alto
By Elena Kadvany | 1 comment | 9,390 views
Food Party! 420
By Laura Stec | 0 comments | 1,172 views
Retail's Real Estate Glut is Growing
By Steve Levy | 5 comments | 1,138 views
Reader Guest Post: Life's Map
By Aldis Petriceks | 3 comments | 985 views
Couples: . . . “Joy is greater than sorrow,“ . . . “Nay, sorrow is the greater.”
By Chandrama Anderson | 1 comment | 905 views
2018 guide to summer camps
Looking for something for the kids to do this summer, learn something new and have fun? The 2018 Summer Camp Guide features local camps for all ages and interests.
