What's New On the Vines of Southern Oregon
Twenty years ago my parents made the exodus from California to Southern Oregon after the birth of my niece. My parents were compelled to...
Twenty years ago my parents made the exodus from California to Southern Oregon after the birth of my niece. My parents were compelled to...
Cheese is one of the most popular food staples throughout Europe, some styles are even considered to be a delicacy. Lovingly and...
The 4th of July holiday "Independence Day" is every patriot's most beloved holiday. The day celebrates the act by Congress in 1776,...
Who doesn’t enjoy a delightful bite of salty, smokey, savory ham or pork belly? These 2 cuts of meat are from the hind leg or as the...
Travel tips for your next trip too Ireland, the Emerald Isle
How to make your layovers an enjoyable experience.
Today we have access to so many ethnic cuisines: Thai noodles, French pastries, Japanese sushi, Greek salads, and Belgian chocolate. All...
Bread is one of mankind's oldest man-made food sources. Originally, unleavened bread was consumed by people of ancient civilizations...
Memorial Day is one of our most revered federal holidays. It is a special day of remembrance adopted for us to give thanks and pay homage...
The typical kitchen brigade has many different titles, each requiring unique skills to prepare their culinary creations. The Patisserie...
A few months ago I posted a blog titled "Senses Working Overtime." The blog featured our 5 senses; taste, smell, touch, hearing, sight...
Walt Disney was a true visionary. When he purchased 160 acres of orange groves over 60 years ago I'm sure even he didn't see the Disney...
The consumption of wild game is growing exponentially throughout the United States. Game meat is healthier, leaner, and loaded with...
Spring is a great time to travel to Europe or other destinations abroad. The weather is comfortable and fellow tourist numbers are lower...
I cannot think of any food group that offers more variety when it comes to color, texture, and flavor than fruit. Fruits are produced by...
The concept of “Mother Sauces” when it comes to cooking, is extremely important to every chef in the industry. While I was attending...
This Sunday we observe Easter in remembrance of Jesus Christ’s ultimate sacrifice. Easter also gives families everywhere the opportunity...
Today is Palm Sunday, commemorating Jesus’ triumphant entry into the city of Jerusalem. The day is observed a week before one of the most...
Who doesn’t love the month of April? Spring has sprung, and the chill is fading from the weather. Outdoor activities are extremely...
In March of 1912, Mayor Yukio Ozaki of Tokyo, Japan gifted the District of Columbia with a generous amount of cherry trees. His goal was...