I had a fantastic time at the Cook’s Warehouse in E. Cobb (Marietta, GA) last Saturday morning teaching a cooking class featuring gluten-free brunch foods. They spoil me there! (My favorite question of the day from Debi the Assistant: “Do you prefer German or Japanese knives, Chef?” LOL Such a foodie thing to ask! German, …
Check out my newest video explaining Gluten-Free Grains! Special Thanks to Sean Peck for being a fantastic videographer – check out his work at: Pecktec on YouTube I’ll be teaching a weekend-long class at the John C. Campbell Folk School later this summer on August 21st – 23rd. If you want an up-close-and-personal opportunity to …
When Fall first hits the apples are fresh and crisp and I can’t get enough of eating them whole. Then Winter rolls around and apples and oranges are the best and freshest winter fruits available. Lovely apple pies and hot mulled apple cider are my favorites. And then the end of Winter drags on, and …
In the Southern United States, the tradition of cooking a big pot of greens to go along with black-eyed peas on New Year’s Day stretches back to Colonial Times. Hoppin’ John, a combination of black-eyed peas and rice that originated in South Carolina is a favorite along with crusty cornbread baked in hot cast iron. …
Mastering Gluten Free Baking is always a challenge, and I have produced many bricks of dense and gummy products here that have never seen the light of day. In experimenting with a Banana Bread recipe though, I have something that I deem to be Pretty Good, and worth making again. Here is what I did: …
‘Tis the season for Pumpkin Everything! I’m generally not one to follow the crowd, but when it comes to pumpkins, I’m a big fan. These gems of the autumn garden bring summer’s warmth into the cooler months and give us a boost of rich vitamin A and Beta carotene, anti-oxidants, carbohydrates and fiber that keep …
On Friday I attended TechMunch, a conference hosted by the Atlanta Food Blogger’s Society, bringing in BakeSpace founder Babbette Papaj and a wonderful program aimed at Food Bloggers. It was held in the event space at Monday Night Brewing, one the west side not far from the Water Works. I have to admit to a …
Fruit Flies? (Admit it, you get them, everybody does from time to time) I love this simple and effective trap! This is a great way to clear your kitchen and trash areas of the tiny flying bugs that gather around them in warm months. By using a few simple items you have around the house, …
Come With Me If You Want To Live A weekend-long convention isn’t a sprint, it is a marathon, and your health and nutritional needs should be carefully considered before taking it on. I had a full dinner at a Con a few months ago that was prepared in a hotel room. It was delicious, and …