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By Laura Stec
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About this blog: I've been attracted to food for good and bad reasons for many years. From eating disorder to east coast culinary school, food has been my passion, profession & nemesis. I've been a sugar addict, a 17-year vegetarian, a food and en... (More)
About this blog: I've been attracted to food for good and bad reasons for many years. From eating disorder to east coast culinary school, food has been my passion, profession & nemesis. I've been a sugar addict, a 17-year vegetarian, a food and environment pioneer, macrobiotic, Master Cleanser, ayurvedic, and officially-designated health-nut or party-girl (depending on the year). Professionally, I've worn many industry hats including: line cook, corporate chef, Food Coach, caterer, product developer, restaurant reviewer, culinary school teacher, corporate wellness educator, food co-op clerk, author, and even Cirque-du-Soleil lead popcorn concessioner! For years I managed an outdoor kitchen, deep in the bear-infested woods of Tahoe, and also for hospitals (the most unhealthy kitchen I ever worked in?), Singapore high-rises, mule-pack trips, Canadian catholic rectories, and more events than I could ever recall. Yet I still keep discovering. Actually, I adapt everyday by new lessons learned from teachers, customers and students. However there is one food truth I now hold sacrosanct: Eaters are motivated by pleasure. So no matter what we discuss here - recipes or restaurants, food politics or pairings, local events, food as art, or even as God, I will always come from a high-vibe, party perspective. Oh I do still long to change the world with great tasting food, but know in my heart, "If it ain't fun, it don't get done!" So - wanna come to the Food Party? By the way - it's a potluck. (Hide)
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Like Horse Penis
Jul 2, 2015 2:22 pm
Comments: 33 | Views: 35,567
I've been playing around with Leuconostoc, Lactobacillus, and Pediococcus lately (lactic acid bacteria.) ... More
Jul 2, 2015 2:22 pm
Comments: 33 | Views: 35,567
I've been playing around with Leuconostoc, Lactobacillus, and Pediococcus lately (lactic acid bacteria.) ... More
Sage Pumpkin Galette with Spiced Pepitas and Jerky
Nov 21, 2016 7:49 am
Comments: 0 | Views: 34,425
Happy Thanksgiving!
It's a Food Party! for all this week. Enjoy running around and getting back into the kitchen. Chef sez, "Remember to ... More
Nov 21, 2016 7:49 am
Comments: 0 | Views: 34,425
Happy Thanksgiving!
It's a Food Party! for all this week. Enjoy running around and getting back into the kitchen. Chef sez, "Remember to ... More
You Dirty Little Thing
Jan 11, 2017 9:33 am
Comments: 12 | Views: 34,298
I consider myself pretty easy to work for, but I do have a serious pet peeve about porous, squishy things. With the kitchen sponge – there is no patience.
AKK!... More
Jan 11, 2017 9:33 am
Comments: 12 | Views: 34,298
I consider myself pretty easy to work for, but I do have a serious pet peeve about porous, squishy things. With the kitchen sponge – there is no patience.
AKK!... More
Local Hotspots – Where to Eat and Drink in the Sun
Jun 11, 2016 11:14 am
Comments: 13 | Views: 34,058
If you prefer a bright breakfast, a shining sandwich, or radiant ratatouille, there is common love between us. Hello sunbeam. We are the solar–powered Food... More
Jun 11, 2016 11:14 am
Comments: 13 | Views: 34,058
If you prefer a bright breakfast, a shining sandwich, or radiant ratatouille, there is common love between us. Hello sunbeam. We are the solar–powered Food... More
Miso Sick
Jan 29, 2014 7:54 am
Comments: 4 | Views: 33,715
I'm sick.
Not that "down and out for a month" sick that some of you have; more the "sore throat, no mojo-sick."
OK, who got me sick? Was it a wild blues... More
Jan 29, 2014 7:54 am
Comments: 4 | Views: 33,715
I'm sick.
Not that "down and out for a month" sick that some of you have; more the "sore throat, no mojo-sick."
OK, who got me sick? Was it a wild blues... More
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