It's taken me 40 years, but I've finally come to the conclusion that good food makes me happy and great coffee makes me even happier. Being in a bustling kitchen reminds me of my childhood and connects me to my parents - both of whom love to cook. When I recall my travels, food takes center stage....I can't always tell you who I met or what I saw, but I can definitely recount the amazing food! After a restless life of travel, I settled back down in Portland, OR with my husband, two cats, two rescued house rabbits and three chickens on our urban "farm".
What is the strangest food you have ever eaten?
A toss-up between bologna cups (my mom's disgusting invention in the 70s) and octopus suction cups (again, mom in the 70s)
What do you cook when home alone?
Homemade mac & cheese
Your most treasured kitchen possession:
There are so many. The zaatar I brought back in bulk from the Middle East... I adore my kitchenaid and my chemex, as well as all my vintage enameled cast iron cookware. I think food tastes better in cookware that's been previously loved and shared with the next generation.
The ideal number of guests for a dinner party is:
8
