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...
Read more →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...
Read more →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...
Read more →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,...
Read more →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...
Read more →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. ...
Read more →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. ...
Read more →I just got this from Wayward Seed farm: ‘Learn how to eat local and savor the season’s best food all summer long. Join The Wayward Seed Farm on Wednesday, April 1st at 7:00pm at Wild Goose Creativefor a discussion about CSA and local food. Other farms planning to attend include Toad Hill Organic Farm,...
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