I hope you all had a Happy Mother’s Day and from what I have heard, Spring has sprung in Maine! Hurray! When you think Spring and stay positive, healthy eating enters the forefront. Getting in shape and feeling strong so that you can enjoy your family and outdoor activities is always a good idea. Spring […]

I have been following the self-isolation protocol since March 9, 2020. Adding the year seems essential. Maybe it’s not. Or perhaps it’s only necessary to me. I know the date because I was closely following the worldwide news about the coronavirus. When I shopped on March 8, I picked up an extra package of toilet […]

My son lives in Massachusetts, and so I worry. He is having issues getting flour, meat, and fresh vegetables. The next town over has vegetables, but supermarket lines make for often a two-hour wait. I went to the farm to buy raw milk yesterday, but it was all gone. The pasteurized milk sold out, so […]

What day is it, what month is it, where am I, when will this end? I have no answers! I am happy for all the birds and puppies and kitties but humans thrive on social interaction. Wearing a mask out for walks or in the grocery store, I find myself smiling at complete strangers knowing full […]

When striving for a world view, writing anything related to food is a challenge. Thanks to the coronavirus pandemic, the world’s access to food has become a significant issue, yet, not broadly known as such. Within my vast network, everyone is talking and striving for reasons and solutions. The world’s food system is rife with […]

It’s 12:06 p.m.—the phone buzzes. I answer and immediately sit up straighter as I note the tone in my husband’s voice. “Hello, Lil?” “Yep, I’m here,” I respond. I hear the chaos in the background. “There’s been an explosion at the mill. I want you to know I’m okay.” All I remember next is “digester” […]

Life is all about learning and that includes the study of food, my favorite subject! Every day can be a new and fresh cooking experience if you are open to trying something unfamiliar that may change your perception of family dining. In California the Asian cuisine has thrived for ages and continues to grow and […]

This week we are going to make an apple pie. I’ve already done this so it’s your turn today! Normally when preparing to make a homemade pie I have a bit of apprehension about the crust. Thanks to modern science we can all make a successful apple pie. Buy the pie crust in the dairy […]

    We are in for a rocky year ahead for global food supply chains. We can already see that some common ingredients, like flour, are challenging to come by. One small bag is generally all we are allowed to buy unless a source allows ordering large quantities. There is plenty of flour, but keeping […]