Bacon Wrapped Shrimp with Pesto

Love is love and it’s a beautiful thing. After a trip to my hometown, in the presence of family and friends who I don’t get to see often, I’ve been reminded just how good love is. Coming home to my husband after almost three weeks away reminded me that the heart really does grow fonder. […]

Tahini Lentils

Reminder: Today is the last day to sign up for Real Food First! Come join us on a fun journey to get healthy before summer!  Working from home has its advantages and disadvantages. I like that I can work a little bit on the computer, then do some recipe testing in the kitchen, then practice […]

Slow Cooker German Pork

Growing up, many family birthday celebrations were at Grandma’s house (the German one I told you about with a stomach of steel). She had two dishes that she usually made: pork with sauerkraut or beef sauerbraten with potato pancakes. I never thought much about dinner though; I just knew there was going to be a […]

Salmon Chowder

I honestly thought I knew what “real” winter was now that I live in Zurich. Boy was I wrong. I had no idea about winter weather until our recent trip to Finland. I am generally a cold person, which doesn’t help matters. I bought one of those blanket scarves this year, and even though my husband […]

The Easiest Thai Curry

Did you know that bad things come in threes? When one bad thing happens, I don’t think much about it. But if a second bad thing happens, I just sit around and wait for the third, because there is no doubt in my mind that it’s coming. I tried not to believe it, I really […]

Pear & Squash Quinoa Salad

The pear & squash quinoa salad is crunchy, creamy, sweet, tart, and oh so flavorful. Take the time to make yourself this healthy lunch that will last you all week!  I’ve been a little busy lately, between a trip to the US, launching this new website, having a booth at the Christmas market, and celebrating a big birthday. […]