Truffles — they were the absolute hands-down favorite flavor of the day on yesterday’s field trip. I and 10 of my students went into Seattle to visit my favorite food places — Uwajimaya, PFI, Pike’s Place Market, and of course, … Continue reading
I know spring is on the way — I saw baby artichokes in the market yesterday when I was shopping! I just love those, and wait all year for them to come around. The baby ones are so good, braised … Continue reading
Understanding what grocery-store buzzwords mean—and what they don’t mean—is essential for conscientious shopping. FREE-RANGE: Indicates that an animal was raised with access to the outdoors. This claim is only regulated by the USDA for poultry chickens, not for egg-laying chickens … Continue reading
This can be the most confusing of all the terms used to describe our food on the supermarket shelf. FRESH This item has not been frozen. It may, however, have been flash chilled for transport, so there may be ice … Continue reading
What does that mean? I find this a bit confusing, and suggest that you question your purveyor, as I do, to determine the origin of your foods. LOCALLY GROWN: Generally used for produce grown in the same region as the … Continue reading
Ah, well, it has been a crazy Sunday at my house. At 6 pm, I realized I had not even begun to plan dinner, usually a highlight of the week for us with a leisurely glass or two of wine … Continue reading
Frequently I am asked if I use organic foods and locally-sourced items at Sizzleworks, and if I encourage my students to do the same. As a chef and culinary educator, I encourage my students to use the best possible ingredients … Continue reading
We are now 4 hours and counting down to the arrival of the first wave. I am wondering, what does one eat during a tsunami? Our food supplies in our room here at the resort are pretty depleted, given that … Continue reading
I am currently vacationing in Hawaii, and last night enjoyed a wonderful dinner with friends at Roy’s. I must say, the food there is fantastic, and the service is even better. Just in case you don’t believe me, a picture … Continue reading
I had the great fortune to visit Cultura Wine in Zillah when in the Yakima Valley last weekend. Tad and Sarah Fewel, wine maker and owners, welcomed us, as we are frequent visitors and great fans of their wines. the … Continue reading