NORTHWEST FRESH... Creating Wildly Delicious Dishes!
The sun is slowly setting, gradually creating a luminescent twilight. With twilight comes the warm fragrance of fresh and earthy rosemary, combined with the spicy knowing scent of simmered garlic in the freshest of olive oil. Two perfectly … [Read more...]
I’ve been a member of several book clubs over the years. Each time, I joined with the exuberance of a puppy playing with a new bone. Excited about all the new books I’d be discovering and reading, all the new friendships to be made and … [Read more...]
I’m basking in the quiet this morning. A rare moment. The day will get busier and by the end, I’ll wonder where time went. With a full daily schedule, I constantly remind myself “be present in the moment”. Sage advice from my lovely … [Read more...]
Nothing says Washington State like sweet onions, apples, stone fruit, blackberries, Dungeness crab, lavender and of course.... rain. Just to name a few. Seattle is a culinary heaven. James Beard award-winning chefs, a divine selection of … [Read more...]
My baby chicks arrived! They are just as sweet as I imagined. Ginger, Rosemary, Cocoa and Pepper. Four little ladies currently basking in the warmth of a heat lamp, or wrapped in a towel and snuggled up with one of the two sassy … [Read more...]
If you haven't noticed by now I'm a saucy gal. ;) We love sauces here at the Bennett Camp. All kinds of sauces, salsa, compotes, drizzles, chutney's and relishes. You name it, I can top it with a sauce. So, in honor of all things saucy … [Read more...]
One of best things about being a chef is teaching people to cook. I cherish the moment when I see the knowing gleam of light in a student’s eyes. The moment when they have mastered a new cooking technique or when they have discovered the … [Read more...]
I put my baby on a plane this morning. My youngest gal who happens to tower over me by three full inches. Holding back the tears and putting on a brave Mommy face at the airport was harder than I expected. I absolutely could not shed a … [Read more...]
My youngest gal told me this morning that I talk about food all the time. Really? ;) This, after my subtle launch into why we don’t consume sugary chocolate cupcakes on an empty morning tummy. (can you see her eyes rolling?) I know, I … [Read more...]
It's been a whirlwind of a week at the Bennett Camp. Birthdays, end of school year projects, my PCC Cooks spring season of classes beginning tonight, a FoodPress Feature (I did the happy dance when I saw this one!), and a "live" demo taping on our … [Read more...]
My sister emailed me this morning asking if I had any Superbowl Sunday recipes to share. "When is Superbowl Sunday?" I emailed back. "Sunday" My sister replies. Oh shoot! Where have I been? Hiding under a rock somewhere? I have … [Read more...]
I’ve become a pear hoarder. I’ve made three trips to the market this week specifically to purchase pears. I know you’re wondering why. Because I have pear snatchers (I guess I should say “snackers”) living in my house. Two … [Read more...]
Over the years, I’ve had a long love affair with Mexican food. I must have 50 different taco recipes floating around my kitchen. All with an abundance of fresh ingredients, fragrant aromas that fill my house and robust and spicy flavored dishes that make my family smile big toothy smiles. The Bennett Crew and I have spent countless summer evenings sitting out on the deck, dining […]
