When I was a kid, I thought all cranberry sauce came out of a can in one big can-shaped jelly mold. I thought it tasted OK, but something about it was weird and unnatural. Then many years later I discovered that cranberry sauce could look like, well, sauce. And it tasted so...delicious. After that day, … Continue reading Fresh Spiced Cranberry Sauce
4 Wintertime Tips for a Healthy, Holistic Kitchen
Just as our wardrobes change as we transition into winter, so should our homes. One of the most important places to make a few tweaks is in the kitchen. I asked natural foods chef, Andrea Beaman, and organic recipe queen, Carrie Vitt, for their top wintertime tips for creating a healthy, holistic kitchen. [Note: The … Continue reading 4 Wintertime Tips for a Healthy, Holistic Kitchen
Fabric Gift Wrapping
I love a nicely wrapped present. I also love wrapping presents. I take after my mother, the original fashion stylist for gifts. Her adornments turn them into presents wrapped in presents. I become giddy when I receive one of her works of art. I want others to feel the same way, so I've adopted her … Continue reading Fabric Gift Wrapping
Butternut Squash Mash
If you've ever tried to peel and cut up hard winter squash, you'll appreciate how little effort this recipe requires. There are so many variations and adjustments you can make to suit your needs. I listed some ideas below to get you started. I tried the recipe as both sweet and savory versions, which were … Continue reading Butternut Squash Mash
What is Real Food? [Video]
Real Food? What's that? Instead of schooling you on the subject--and having spit balls thrown at me--I'll let this fun little animated video I made do it instead! Even if you know the answer--smarty pants!--you might enjoy watching it anyway.