Fermented Veggies
Those who know me can trust that I always have some sort of bubbling food experiment brewing in the kitchen. My biologist roots make it impossible for me not to be curious about the natural reactions that cooking and food can produce. So as a result, we make our own kombucha, preserved lemons, jam, pickles, dried food, jerky, juice, cheese,...
Pasture Raised Apple Braised Pork
This last weekend I stopped by the Fogline Farm booth at my local Farmer’s Market and picked up a pasture-raised pork shoulder. I didn’t really have any plans for it, but when I looked at my other purchases from the day – onions, herbs and apples. I figured this guy was destined to be slow braised with apples and...
EpiPen Assistance
EpiPens (for those who don’t know) are the emergency epinephrine auto-injectors that those with life-threatening allergies carry with them in case of a reaction. They can save lives– if they are available when needed and used properly. We carry an EpiPen with us and have two in place on my daughter’s school campus. Having...
Living with Food Allergies
Before my daughter could even eat solid foods we knew she might have food allergies. From the start, we have worked to protect her, but it doesn’t mean she has missed out. This blog is all about LIVING with food allergies. Here you’ll find recipes, products that have helped us, support and encouragement as you navigate daycare, school and life with food allergies.

