Food

2026/02/05

Thirteen Snowflakes & Comfort of Ordinary Meals

February has been freezing outside and warm inside; steam on the windows, carrots from our garden, shrimp shells turning into stock, bread rising while the world slowed for thirteen snowflakes. My newest post is about finding joy and peace in… Continue reading
2025/09/09

Viola’s Pizza Company: A Slice of Friendship & Local Flavor

Life has a funny way of circling back around. Over thirty plus years ago (really, we’re not that old!), my friend Sara Smith Covert and I spent part of our teenage years together in youth group. I was a little… Continue reading
2025/04/24

Chive Blossoms: 8 Ways to Use Chive Blossoms in Your Kitchen

Spring has arrived, and with it comes one of my favorite herbs: chives. These unassuming little herbs might not get the spotlight like rosemary or parsley, but they hold their own as the first green gems to reappear after winter.… Continue reading
2025/04/02

Baking Bread: A Homemade Love Affair

Baking bread isn’t just a kitchen activity, it’s a mini escape to a slower pace of life, where simple ingredients can transform into something magical. Trust me, it’s far more than flour, yeast, and water. It’s comfort. It’s warmth. And… Continue reading