Dinner party with world class Chef

Dinner party with world class Chef

During a recent trip to Chicago I had the dining experience of a lifetime. I was the “date” to my cousin Kellie who was invited to a personal dinner party featuring world class Chef Rene De Leon. I thought this dinner party would “merely” involve indulging in his fine...
The Roanoke food scene

The Roanoke food scene

A friend & I decided to walk around downtown Roanoke Saturday evening. I used to go downtown just about every weekend, but it’s been years since I spend any time there. There are all different types of stores-you can get high-end designer clothing, uniforms,...
Your first job?

Your first job?

Most people think my story and career in food services started with Rie in college. Part of that is true. My adult career started with her when I was a waitress in college – if you count yourself as an adult when you are in college. But really, my first...
Healthy eating

Healthy eating

For many the the name alone conjures up thoughts of deprivation and images of boring salads and overcooked, tasteless vegetables. I recently came upon this fantastic article about healthy eating “seasonal, fresh, whole food” which basically sums up how I feel about...
More than a farm tour

More than a farm tour

If you are interested in knowing a lot more about your food and where it comes from, then you will want to take a trip to Poly Face Farms. Their website states that Polyface, Inc. is a family owned, multi-generational, pasture-based, beyond organic, local-market farm...