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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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Become a Master Gardener - Deadline Sept 21
Sep 15, 2017 8:51 am
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Become a UC Master Gardener - Application Deadline is September 21!
The UCCE San Mateo and San Francisco Master Gardener Program is now... More
Sep 15, 2017 8:51 am
Comments: 1 | Views: 934
Become a UC Master Gardener - Application Deadline is September 21!
The UCCE San Mateo and San Francisco Master Gardener Program is now... More
Time to Say Goodbye
Sep 7, 2017 5:25 pm
Comments: 19 | Views: 2,733
You Dirty Little Thing.
We’ve been together for so long. I remember when we first... More
Sep 7, 2017 5:25 pm
Comments: 19 | Views: 2,733
You Dirty Little Thing.
We’ve been together for so long. I remember when we first... More
Grab the Gazpacho
Sep 1, 2017 8:09 am
Comments: 6 | Views: 2,038
It’s going to be hot this weekend. Looks like California tomatoes are finally getting the preferred temperatures mentioned in ... More
Sep 1, 2017 8:09 am
Comments: 6 | Views: 2,038
It’s going to be hot this weekend. Looks like California tomatoes are finally getting the preferred temperatures mentioned in ... More
My Tomatoes Are Better Than Your Tomatoes
Aug 22, 2017 11:48 am
Comments: 38 | Views: 2,410
Hi from Michigan! I’m visiting Mom and she says hi. For dinner last night we had some Michigan tomatoes and corn and I have to say, and I’m not the... More
Aug 22, 2017 11:48 am
Comments: 38 | Views: 2,410
Hi from Michigan! I’m visiting Mom and she says hi. For dinner last night we had some Michigan tomatoes and corn and I have to say, and I’m not the... More
Yes You Can! Making Pickles and Other Yummies
Aug 6, 2017 11:51 am
Comments: 0 | Views: 3,075
Some fabulous canning classes are coming up, sponsored by the University of California Cooperative Extension, and their Master Food Preserver program.... More
Aug 6, 2017 11:51 am
Comments: 0 | Views: 3,075
Some fabulous canning classes are coming up, sponsored by the University of California Cooperative Extension, and their Master Food Preserver program.... More
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QBB opens in Mountain View
By Elena Kadvany | 10 comments | 3,162 views
Legacy
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Become a Master Gardener - Deadline Sept 21
By Laura Stec | 1 comment | 934 views
Registration now open
Sign up for the 33rd annual Palo Alto Weekly Moonlight Run and Walk. This family-friendly event which benefits local nonprofits serving kids and families will take place on Friday, Oct. 6 at the Palo Alto Baylands.
