Archive for February 2025
Meditative Bread Baking
Making bread to reduce my stress. Like so many of you out there, I’m feeling the daily pressures of the Corona Virus and the uncertainty of it. Since 2018, I’ve…
Read MoreEgg Substitutes
Egg prices are soaring, and availability is scarce, and yet, eggs play a crucial role in baking. Eggs contribute to the texture, structure, moisture, and flavor of so many baked…
Read MoreNext Stop Chicago
February 24th 2025, Next stop Chicago, specifically The Goddess and The Baker for a book signing of The Vita Gang Mysteries, Who Stole Vita D? Chicago is one of my…
Read MoreCooking with a Dash of Love – Valentine’s Day
During culinary school, I was busy studying and cooking day in and day out and realized that Valentine’s Day was just around the corner. Excited about my new talents of cooking,…
Read MoreBook Review: Copper, Iron and Clay, A Smith’s Journey
My iron pan sizzles a chicken breast to perfection. As a chef with years of experience, I look at the pan… I know it will sear dark golden brown markings on…
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