Before I make a meal plan, I always look ahead on my calendar. This week is particularly full of local events that I hope to attend: It’s Dine Originals Restaurant Week! Enjoy original prefix menus for just $10/20/30 November 7 -13 and support Local Matters at the same time. I think I’ll treat Lil to lunch at Katzingers or tea at Mozarts. This Tuesday is election day! We suggest voting No on Two but the [...]

In partnership with Wild Goose Creative, I am pleased to announce a new series of home preserving classes. Join me on third Tuesdays from 6:30 – 8:30 to preserve local fresh foods by freezing, canning, drying and curing. Each workshop will include hands on experience, tastings, recipes, and a sample to take home. Schedule 6/21: Jam Canning -  We will use a seasonal fruit to make jam and freeze berries. The basic water bath methods [...]

It must be spring in Columbus because I am hearing of so many fun events that one person cannot possibly handle them all. Tomorrow alone holds dozens of enticing events.  Here are the top five on my list, in no particular order: 1) Como Yarden Plant Sale – My friends and fellow edible gardeners are selling their home-raised, organic heirloom seedlings for $3 tomorrow from 11 am – 4 pm at 268 W Como. If [...]

When one of the Wild Goose Creative board members asked me to be part of the Asparafest cooking competition, I couldn’t refuse. I debated my options for a few days and entered with asparagus deviled eggs. I decided to challenge myself not only with creating the recipe but sourcing the ingredients. In my entry, all ingredients excepting salt and pepper were produced by people I know. The eggs, garlic, shallots, and herbs came from my [...]

There is no excuse for being bored in Columbus this February!  I have found hundreds of interesting events and whittled down to this list of select local food and gardening events.  Some are listed on the Hounds in the Kitchen calendar if you prefer the visual approach.  As always, leave a comment if you have an event to add or recommend. Cooking Class: Erin Chittum from M February 2, 6:30 pm, Hills Market This two [...]

When I was co-leading the Freezer to Table class at Wild Goose last weekend I realized that we completely missed the first step in produce preservation: proper storage of raw fruits and vegetables. Many foods can be preserved in their raw state for a long time if done at the right temperature and humidity.  Here are tips for extending the life of your fresh local foods, whether from your garden, farmer’s market, or CSA: ~Eggs: [...]

I am co-hosting two events coming up at Wild Goose Creative ( 2491 Summit Street Columbus, OH 43202)!  Please come fill out the audience so I’m not talking to myself. First, I will join Holly Davis of PlumLife for the Farm to Table to Freezer event from 3 – 5 pm Sunday August 16.  We will be demonstrating several methods for preserving local harvests without canning. Then, from 12:30 – 3 pm Saturday August 22, [...]