When having friends with kids over for dinner, I find the best way to set the mood and get the kids ready is to offer a kids cocktail, in this case it was sparkling cider in fancy glasses…see the joy?? I have been taking all of the squash, tomatoes and herbs we still have in [...]
Many of you have participated in In The Kitchen’s CSK (community supported kitchen) over the past few years, signing up to receive a weekly box of prepared foods to help sustain you and yours through a busy work week. I am happy to announce a wonderful [...]
I have been wanting to try Cafe Collage in Oregon House since I ran into a friend of mine from pre-natal yoga who was raving about it! Not only had I never heard of it but I had never even been to Oregon House, which is about 45 minutes from Nevada City. It is on Marysville [...]
My family has been coming each summer to Twain Harte for over 50 years! My mom grew up coming for 2-3 months every summer, I grew up spending several weeks each summer and now I have the pleasure of coming up with Joe and Felix and doing the same things I did as a child. [...]
Felix is thriving this summer, lots of cooking and music making with friends and family. This week we are spending time at my family’s cabin in Twain Harte, Ca. Our family has been coming here for 50 years!!! More to share upon return, and yes, last night we had another incredible meal at The Prospector!!! [...]
In the Kitchen was in full swing this past weekend, having the honor to provide the food for two extraordinary weddings! Here are a few photos of the beautiful food (and ladies!) behind the scenes and in action! One of the weddings was held at Dinner Bell Farm in Chicago Park- we cooked 50 chickens [...]
I am super busy this weekend, I have 2 weddings back to back on Saturday and Sunday , this is unusual for me so I am making sure I am REALLY prepared! Many of you know me through my cooking classes and community education, but some of you may not have ever tasted an entire [...]
This week we got our first CSA box of the season from our beloved Soil Sisters- members of Living Lands Agrarian Network. This early in the season, we know to expect a lot of GREEN for a few weeks before the other veggies start to come. I made a delightful dish with fresh fava beans, [...]
One of the many community members that use In the Kitchen is Susan Meager of Nana’s Bakery! She sells her divine baked goods at The Nevada County Growers Market! Here is a bit of info about what to expect at the market that just opened for the season last Saturday! If you go, make SURE [...]
Wow I am feeling like this has been a crazy week and it is only Wednesday!! Anyone else feeling that way? I am posting about In the Kitchen’s Spring CSK that begins May 7th! We have spaces left and I wanted to open it up to you loyal In The Kitchen devotees first! Here are [...]