Summer is in full swing in Portland! It’s absolutely beautiful this time of year and there’s no better place to be than outside. After months of clouds and rain, everyone soaks up the sun day and night. It’s been a …
Tag: outdoor
Gathering with Friends on the River + Roasted Eggplant with Mint Harissa Yogurt
It’s warming up in Portland and I couldn’t think of a better way to start the early Summer Season than to grab some beer, invite my friends, and head out to a nearby river for dinner at sunset. …It was …
Spring Picnic Squash Blossom Frittata
I love cherishing moments. One way I do that is by finding ways to celebrate the little things in life. A great place to start is to get out and celebrate the change of seasons. This Spring, I …
Winter Cabin Escape | Part II
Pack up, go, & gather. I recently escaped with friends in the mountains outside of the city to gather and feast. I’m still reminiscing not only about what we created together, but the time spent and memories created… For the …
Winter Cabin Escape | Part I of II
We escaped. My friends Mona, Jaret, Russ and Sarah and I stole 24 hours out of our packed schedules to breathe, connect and create beauty together. Hours passed by and somehow time seemed to stand still. We spent the …
Getaway – Catch The Sunrise with These Savory Dutch Babies
Do you ever see a recipe and think “ummm how soon can I make this?” To be honest, this happens to me often. How could it not when food is my life? …. But what I’m talking about right now …
Pear Yogurt Autumn Cake (Gluten Free)
This week I’m bringing you two recipes – today’s is a bonus! Couldn’t help it – it’s the perfect week to double up, don’t you think? Make sure to check out yesterday’s pear cardamom and vanilla marmalade. Just in case you …
Pumpkin Bread (Gluten Free)
Imagine waking up with a slice of this pumpkin bread, paired with your favorite cup of coffee on a weekend morning with a warm fire crackling away. That’s my idea of a perfect moment. Well, either that or in the …
Grill, Sip, Eat: Create Your Own End of Summer Outdoor Feast (Part II)
Hello friends! Bringing you Part II of this end of summer grilling series. Just in case you missed Part I, you can check it out here! You’ll find recipes for leek-encrusted cedar planked salmon and grilled whole camembert, honeycomb, grapes & endive. …