So after I heard copper river salmon was going for cheap (I read it was $6.99 at QFC), I really wanted to cook some up of my own. Right when that thought popped into my head, my friend Zachary told me he and his buddy were going to grill up some copper river salmon the …
Dinner was so fabulous I had to come for lunch. Jenn and I are might start making this a monthly treat…although there are quite a few other places we would like to try. So after a crazy stressful work week, I was definitely looking forward to a Friday off. And what better way to start …
Soooo remember how I made that comment about Copper River Salmon being cheap at Matt’s in the Market? Well I read an article today that explains why. In a nutshell – apparently there is an overflow of salmon so far this season sooooo what used to be $20-$40 a pound is now selling for $5 …
When I’m not in the kitchen or stuffing myself at my Mom’s or some restaurant, I’m usually on a trail in the woods. I’ve been exceptionally lucky with the people who bring me on these grand adventures, and this past weekend we decided to combine my two favorite things: Outdoors and food. The purpose of …
Sorry this entry comes over a week late. As most of you foodies know, Copper River Salmon is here!! For those of you who are unfamiliar or don’t know what the great who-hah is about this amazing fish, I’ll give you a quick run down. What’s the big deal about Copper River Salmon? Copper River …
Red Velvet Cake with Caramel Pastry Cream and Frangelico Ganache So Nikki’s roommate’s birthday was coming up and she needed a secret kitchen to make a delicious cake! I made dinner while she made the yummy cake. I didn’t really help except for making the Frangelico Ganache with was AMAZING…but this cake was pretty labor …
Just 45 minutes from Seattle, next to Mount Si, Rattlesnake Ridge is probably the next most popular trail. It’s crowded, but there’s a nice view at the top. I prefer my views without the highway or homes, but it’s the outdoors so still enjoyable.
Oh the Head and The Heart…Seattle’s latest folk band gaining traction. I have heard much about them and randomly discovered they were playing a free show at Sonic Boom…just down the street from me. It was for Record Store Day and I miraculously ended up with a front row spot in the overpacked store. Lovely …
I used to work with Rachel Belle at Kiro…and this is just too hilarious not to share. Foodie Phone Sex – The Ron and Don Show – MyNorthwest.com
If you are looking for a boot stomping laughing good time, look no further. I love the Hackensaw Boys. I stumbled across them one night at The Tractor Tavern, and have been looking forward to the next time our paths cross. Their energy is riveting, their music is wonderfully unique, and their time humorous comments …
Check out my friend’s process of makin’ kombucha! ooo and ahhh at her pretty pictures! crab & bee: BUCH!
I have so much to share but very little time to write. I’m not sure how to resolve this. I’m learning new things, trying new things, and spending more than I should in my food budget. That’s why I’ve decided that I am going to try to focus on cooking more frugally. I’ve discovered that …
My very first engagement shoot! Jamie and Kevin are very dear friends of mine and we did a short save the shoot for them. We did a little pre-shoot while we were snow camping, just because I had an idea and asked them to be my models. We did the actual save the date shoot …
My first snow camping trip with my favorites. The guys fashioned a contraption to carry wood up using a belt and sled. This was hilarious to watch as we started to hit the trail. Eventually we made it and set up camp. The weather was perfect and sunny. The snow was powdery and fresh! …
One day, I was walking along Ballard Avenue coming upon Madame K’s Pizza Bistro. Normally, the wafting scents of garlic, bread, and cheezy goodness would always cause me to look over and smile at the lingerie draped chairs. My favorite part was the sign that hung on the front door that said, “NO CELL PHONES …
Well it’s definitely that time of the year…I start to build my winter coat (somehow it came on early this year once I finished my half marathon and stopped major physical activity everyday). I’ve been slacking in writing mostly because my camera has been out of commission so you’ll have to forgive me for the …
Sorry I’ve been on hiatus…I have many things to write about…my problem is that once the weather got nice here I spent all my time outdoors and I’ve had one crazy summer. Now that it’s winter I’m finding myself stuck indoors. Soo…look forward to more entries to come this week…I’ll have to think about what …
Nothing like being in complete denial that summer in the PNW is over and making your way over to the Olympic Peninsula for some good coastal camping. Lucky for us we completely lucked out on weather. By far the best weather I’ve had camping out there. I love camping at Rialto because you can backpack …
Since I’ve been transitioning between job duties and began volunteering, I haven’t been cooking much. I’ve become dependent on snacks, but luckily my roommate Meghan has been on a Rachel Ray craze. She bought one of her cookbooks and has been cooking up a storm…I really should start documenting her adventures. It’s been exciting, to …
I love southern food what can I say? After New Orleans, I’m completely addicted to everything related to it. (Which as a side note, heard a great song down at the Farmer’s Market today called “Freedom Song”, which apparently was written by an artist with several children after Hurricane Katrina. You should listen to it, …
Recently, a new acquaintance of mine celebrated his 25th birthday. We kicked off the celebration with a pre-season Sounders game which was nothing less than crazy spectacular fun (even though we lost)! The next day I was trying to figure out what I wanted to do for the evening and I decided I wanted to …
Matt and I were getting really antsy for hiking season. We heard we were supposed to have decent weather so we decided to adventure with his friend Andrew over to the Olympics. It was a really long day trip but worth every second. What we weren’t prepared for was the amount of snow we would …
Oh Ireland…how I miss you… Hands down, I could move to Ireland in a heart beat. At the last minute I decided to put together an Irish meal for a few friends…some bailed so there was quite a bit left over…but mmm so good. First off – I had Beef and Guinness Stew EVERYWHERE in …
It’s been quite a while…I apologize. But here we go! I’ve been on a health food binge lately since I’m training for a half marathon and tryin got make a couple lifestyle changes. This healthy version of a soft taco was really simple, and tasty. I don’t believe in coounting calories so if you’re already …
That is to say…Happy New Year in Vietnamese and Chinese (my two heritages). This entry comes about a week too late…but I figured better late than never. February 14 was Chinese New Year this year…if you want to learn more about how this is the Year of the Tiger, I’m sure you can Google it. …
