I’ve been baking pies for as long as I can remember. Sweet or savory, it makes no difference to me. But, despite countless pies, I have never been fully satisfied with my crust. That is, until recently when I had one of those “A-ha!” moments. It all started after...
The Pacific Northwest is a pretty great place to live or visit if you love the water. And, with an abundance of lakes, rivers, coastline and the mighty Puget Sound, a day at the beach is never far. One town known for its rich fishing and boat making history, calm bays...
If you’ve ever spent a day wandering through Seattle’s Pike Place Market, you’ve surely seen the “world-famous” fish flying overhead. Located on the shores of the Pacific Ocean, Washington, Oregon and the entire Pacific Northwest are host to some of the best seafood...
Around this time of the year, I start brainstorming quick, edible creations that can be used as stocking stuffers, gift add-ons or even just treats to have out for around-the-clock snacking during the holidays. In years past, I’ve made cookies, cleverly decorated as...
With Thanksgiving just one week away, holiday hosts are frantically putting together their turkey day menus. Classics like stuffing, mashed potatoes, gravy, green bean casserole and other festive favorites will take the stage and delight appetites during this day. One...
I love the Pacific Northwest. I love it’s stormy coast, lush forests and picturesque mountains. But, after summer reverts into hibernation and the bone-chilling rain sets in, there’s nothing like escaping somewhere warm for a stint to remind you that—despite the...
With the holidays just around the corner, I always like to have an arsenal of tried and trusted recipes that are simple and superb. I’m talking the kind of recipes you can make in a pinch, that will go with just about anything and will leave your dinner guests happily...
Seattle is a mecca for photographers, musicians and artists of all types. Guitar-strumming, paintbrush-wielding visionaries flock to the Emerald City to manifest their destinies, one concert or gallery showing at a time. But, even if you�re not a creative...
Chilly fall nights call for bundling up and eating hearty, home cooked meals that have been slow roasted to perfection—like a pot roast. There is something so soothing and perfectly fall about the smell of pot roast slow cooking in the oven. And, better still, slow...
Fall is here. That means it’s time for cozy layers, warm drinks, good books and serious baking. Since chocolate and coffee go hand-in-hand (especially this time of year), I wanted to create a boozy, caffeinated, chocolaty frosting that you can spread on just about any...
