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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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May is National Grill Month
May 18, 2019 9:22 am
Comments: 6 | Views: 2,293
May is National BBQ Month. Get ready for the season with a few grilling tips from... More
May 18, 2019 9:22 am
Comments: 6 | Views: 2,293
May is National BBQ Month. Get ready for the season with a few grilling tips from... More
Mothers Little Helper
May 11, 2019 8:00 am
Comments: 6 | Views: 2,362
We head back to the farmers markets this time of year for some culinary entertainment and education. Both the Portola Valley Farmers Market, (next class May 16)... More
May 11, 2019 8:00 am
Comments: 6 | Views: 2,362
We head back to the farmers markets this time of year for some culinary entertainment and education. Both the Portola Valley Farmers Market, (next class May 16)... More
Turmeric Tonic
Apr 30, 2019 6:56 am
Comments: 1 | Views: 2,641
It’s not often (never, over here) one finds themselves thinking about turmeric tonic, but lately this had been the case for me. Doing a little research and... More
Apr 30, 2019 6:56 am
Comments: 1 | Views: 2,641
It’s not often (never, over here) one finds themselves thinking about turmeric tonic, but lately this had been the case for me. Doing a little research and... More
Lentil Brownies
Apr 23, 2019 10:08 am
Comments: 10 | Views: 3,647
We haven’t posted a recipe in awhile and here’s an interesting one, gluten free. I’ve been using it lately in ... More
Apr 23, 2019 10:08 am
Comments: 10 | Views: 3,647
We haven’t posted a recipe in awhile and here’s an interesting one, gluten free. I’ve been using it lately in ... More
Homestead Faire at Hidden Villa 4/27
Apr 16, 2019 7:07 am
Comments: 7 | Views: 3,579
Here's a fun Food Party! for you: on Saturday April 27th Hidden Villa will hold its second annual ... More
Apr 16, 2019 7:07 am
Comments: 7 | Views: 3,579
Here's a fun Food Party! for you: on Saturday April 27th Hidden Villa will hold its second annual ... More
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