Flavor First

March 2021
La zuppa, il brodo, la minestra – there are lots of ways to say soup in Italian.

September 2020
Even though I have lived in California for most of my life, I cannot seem to let go of my Midwestern roots. 

June 2017
I love talking about the benefits of fresh produce. We all know it’s loaded with nutritional goodness.

September 2016
Summer... the kids are out of school, and it’s time to hit the road with the family! But when we’re on the go and traveling, it’s tough to stick to our healthy lifestyle.

August 2016
The heat waves streaking across the country bring up questions in people's minds about whether they should change their eating habits in such conditions.

May 2016
This month I planned a make-ahead menu that I could prepare for about 16 people. I wanted an Italian/Sicilian theme for my husband's relatives who would be joining us.

July 2015
The heat waves passing through at this time of year tend to bring up questions in people's minds about whether they should change their eating habits when it’s hot.

July 2014
Summer is in full swing and, with it, warmer weather and longer days! One of my favorite things about this time of year is being able to cook - and eat - outside.

September 2013
Some swear by the many interesting and wildly different heirloom varieties (in all sorts of colors and patterns).