Will Bike for Food
By this time last year, Wendi and I had already dusted off our road bikes and taken some training rides in preparation for the Gourmet Century…
Mother’s Day (Off)
Let’s be honest. Mother’s Day should be renamed Mother’s Day Off. Despite those incessant department store ads, I think I speak for most moms when I…
Spring Fling
Lately we’ve seen a spate of recipes for roasting or braising radishes, which is great. It’s lovely to see this spicy root vegetable get some love…
Easter Egg Scavenger Hunt
Chocolate bunnies are great and all, but it’s the thrill of the hunt that makes Easter one of our kids’ favorite holidays. The only trouble is,…
Low and Slow: Scrambling Eggs the Right Way
We all know how to cook scrambled eggs, right? Stir them up, put them in a hot pan and stir. But eggs actually need a little…
Bright Lights, Little City
I’m a big fan of diversification. I’m also very curious. So when I get the opportunity to learn a new skill, or take a glimpse…
Our Favorite Noun
In a sense, the first bite we take is with our eyes. What you serve something on, or in, sets up your expectations for what’s…
Candy Land
Craft is the name of the game in this town. Craft beer, craft cocktails. And, yes, craft candy. Jami Curl, proprietor of Saint Cupcake, one of…
Duck, Duck, Goose
Portland isn’t the first city that comes to mind when you think about hunting. We’ve got craft cocktails and bike commuters, yes, but gun-toting hunters?…
Studiopatro Tea Towels
My friend Chris Weber is one of the most talented people I know. She was the one who first taught me that the common everyday dishtowel…
Roux 44 