Surprise. January felt long for once. Now February has been a blur. I blame these guys: Alma (left) wondering how I could have forgotten her lunch again. Allen (right) considering whether to bite me. And no, it’s not an optical illusion. These two really are the same size. Fine, I only had them for a… Continue reading “Everything Good in Life—Bread, Cheese and Japanese Food: February 6-March 2”
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The Protein Craze: January 30-February 3
My resolution for 2017 was to address one goal a month. I don’t usually make resolutions. But this resolution felt noncommittal; I resolved to decide on a goal when the time came. Perfect! The “do-it-tomorrow” syndrome. Anyone familiar? It’s my husband’s favorite planning app. Not that he actually uses it. Because (let’s be honest), it’s… Continue reading “The Protein Craze: January 30-February 3”
What Can You Make Right Now? January 23-27
Before this week, I hadn’t been to the grocery store since early December. That’s not to say I haven’t bought any food. Although, I haven’t bought a whole lot. There’s the almost weekly visits to the farmers market. Plus a few random exploits—holiday shopping at Pike Place Market or stopping at local shops while in… Continue reading “What Can You Make Right Now? January 23-27”
Not-Your-Standard Weekend Cooking for The Week: January 16-20
I’m not a fan of cooking up a batch of meals on the weekend just so you can eat the same thing all week. Making a pot of beans, which can create a variety of meals, is one thing. But spending the weekend to cook for the week neglects many key points: If I’m cooking… Continue reading “Not-Your-Standard Weekend Cooking for The Week: January 16-20”
Know What’s in Your Freezer: January 9-13
Home at 3 AM on Monday and a day late after two weeks away. The fresh food on hand was a short list: apples, onions, and garlic. We didn’t even have coffee! And after nine hours of sitting on a plane followed by four hours of sleep, coffee was really all we cared about. But… Continue reading “Know What’s in Your Freezer: January 9-13”