As the light changes, the shadows lengthen, the sun sets earlier and the garden is getting tired, I think I’m getting ready, myself, for fall. Right now, these things are catching my attention: During our all-too-brief …
Gardening, for me, is an endless learning experience (that’s the primary reason why I’m participating in the Master Gardener training program this fall). One that sorely tests my patience. I’ve picked up several lessons from our …
As I’ve been researching and writing about the benefits of choosing local, whole foods (see these previous posts for my insights), I’ve bought into the argument that nutritionally poor food is cheaper than nutritionally better food; …
My mom, knowing me as well as she does, gave me a copy of a Better Homes and Gardens special publication that’s all about canning. There are a ton of interesting recipes for homemade jams, jellies …
I come from a long line of cooks. My paternal grandmother was a confident home cook known for pies and comfort food; my maternal grandmother still preserves summer produce and has taught me about canning, pie …
During my many years at HOW, I was fortunate to work with so many talented writers, illustrators and photographers to create the magazine. One of them was Chicago photographer Alan Klehr. In addition to shooting for …
Say it with me: Donut muffins. Donut. Muffins. DONUTMUFFINS! Get the recipe on the blog.
My cookbook, The Findlay Market Cookbook, is Cincinnati’s local cookbook — a celebration of local food as it’s best represented by Cincinnati’s historic public market.
In addition to sharing easy recipes here, I’m the editor of Edible Ohio Valley magazine and the author of “The Findlay Market Cookbook.” I’m a journalist, writer and editor focused on food, wellness and creativity. I love to speak about local food and teach casual cooking classes around the Cincinnati region.
