Category Archives: Food & Health

Why You Should Consider Supporting Organic, Biodynamic, and Eco-Friendly Winemakers

Have you given much thought to what goes into that glass of wine you’re drinking? I’m embarrassed to admit, despite supporting Oregon’s local wineries and caring about my environmental impact for years until recently I hadn’t…

Northwest Berry Guide: Growing, U-Pick and Foraging Tips in Oregon and Washington

Here in the Northwest, we have the perfect climate for growing a variety of berries, which begin to ripen as early as May with the first strawberries. Growing your own berries, visiting a U-pick farm, and foraging for wild berries are…

Tourte de Blettes: An Unusual Sweet-Savory Dessert From the South of France

One day, as we were wandering the lovely open-air market and back alleys of Antibes, France, we popped into a little boulangerie to grab a quick casual lunch. I spotted something that looked like it might fit the bill, a pastry stuffed with greens, so I thought it must be…

When Life Gives You Lemons, Make Lemonade, During COVID-19

A few weeks ago, during a heatwave, my son told me he wanted to have a lemonade stand to raise money for a new LEGO set. Easy, right, just a simple activity that most of us participated in as children. Yet, times are not normal, and…