Shepard’s Pie and Meal Prepping
Now that fall is here it is time to make all the warm, comforting recipes that are usually forgotten in the summertime. At the advice of a wise friend I
The Healthy Bloody Mary
Three years ago, my good friend made me my first ever liver tonic and introduced me to the delicious world of organ meats. I have been on a real food
Perfect Chicken Liver Pate
Ahhh liver. Before you turn your nose up at this poorly appreciated superfood, hear me out. I too used to be against liver. I didn’t grow up eating it—although my
Cooking Tips for Quarantine and Beyond
While the novel pandemic has shaken up our lives, there could be some positive outcomes. On a grander scale, our environment is getting a well-deserved break from the overwhelming amount
Quarantine Pastimes for Littles
Hello caregivers, how are you hanging in there? After almost two months of quarantine our family has found a steady rhythm and flow to our days. We are truly enjoying
Local Farm Guide for City Dwellers
Local Farm Guide for City Dwellers Chicago edition As a city dweller, I have made an effort to source my food as directly from the farm as I possibly
Mid-Winter Leftover Soup
As promised, here is my first recipe on the blog, ever! This is an exciting moment for me as I never envisioned myself as much of a recipe creator. My
Parenting Triggers—Windows into the past
“We come into the world wired to make connections with one another, and the subsequent neural shaping of our brain, the very foundation of our sense of self, is
Welcoming Baby—Making Space for Emotions
Our relationships matter most. I personally have vivid memories of when my little sister was born—I was four and she arrived two days before my fifth birthday. To