I have always enjoyed reading old cookbooks and recipes not only because I like to cook, but also because they provide a window to the past about the history and evolution of cooking. The recent surge of interest in Julia … Continue reading →
Food can evoke memories of family and provide clues about your ancestors. This post is part of my Discovering Family History through Food series. In my recipe collection, there is only one recipe written down that is from my Venezuelan … Continue reading →
I’d like to salute and congratulate Columbia City Bakery. October 13th was their fourth anniversary and they donated the proceeds from the day’s sales to the Rainier Valley Food Bank. Everyone knows they have great baked goods, but did you … Continue reading →
I happened upon this inspiring post about cooking at home in The Frontal Cortex by Jonah Lehrer. I had no idea that Gourmet magazine is ceasing publication. As someone who appreciates food and is a former library worker (in the … Continue reading →