It’s that time again when the air is crisp and cool. The ground is moist and the rains are coming… we hope! Why do I wish for rain every fall? Because no sooner do our Northwest grounds moisten up that the heavily sought after wild mushrooms start to pop up. Fall is fast approaching and that means it’s mushroom time! I love foraging for my own fall fungi – Boletus edulis (king bolete, porcini, ceps, they have many names) Matsutake and Chanterelles!
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I’m a true Northwestern-er and my love for delicious fresh salmon is definitely in my blood. Grilled, poached, baked or raw – any way you serve it is always a treat! That being said, I have a new favorite salmon preparation: Citrus Marinated Slow-Cooked Salmon....
Summer is definitely here. This weekend just so happens to be the Summer Solstice – the longest day of the year! What do you do with all that extra daylight? Fire up the grill, of course! Above anything else, make sure that you’re cooking at the right temperature. Not...
Nothing says summer like a refreshing glass of lemonade. These days, we’re seeing lots of creative takes of this American staple. Start with the basics and switch it up a bit: fresh squeezed lemon juice, sugar, and water. Add some sparkle to your lemonade and...
