When I was in my twenties, my mom inexplicably developed a desire to change careers: "I think I could've been a truck driver," she'd say, happily ensconced behind the wheel, chauffering the family on a long drive to wherever. I never understood her strange love of the long-haul, always preferring … [Read more...]
What’s Fresh at the Farmer’s Market: Asparagus
Last week a friend remarked that, as a working mom who cooks dinner (almost) every night, I must be a super-organized person. That I must be the sort of woman who meticulously plans out my weekly meals and then, using a list that is both alphabetized and organized by grocery aisle, set out to do my … [Read more...]
Weekend Update – a great day and an awkward family photo
Saturday was a great day.I didn't even care that the forecast called for heavy rain and possible thunderstorms.We walked down to the local farmers market first thing in the morning. Sean went ahead of us in the van in case the rain started early. When my mom, sister and I got there I saw … [Read more...]
NYC Food Diary: Part 1
I don't know about you, but when I to New York, I feel a little overwhelmed. There's just so much of everything...and everything looks great. Especially when it comes to food. So this time, when my Husband and I were planning our anniversary getaway, I did a little research and asked … [Read more...]