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    That first frost forecast has a way of changing my plans for the afternoon. If there’s still beautiful basil in the garden, I want it in the kitchen before the cold gets to it! Pesto is one of my favorite ways to put that harvest away, but it isn’t the only option. You can freeze…

  • E-Bike Accessories I Actually Use: My Venus & Ruby Setup

    The best e-bike accessories are the ones that make you want to grab your bike and go. For me, that means a basket on Venus, roomy orange panniers on Ruby, and a few practical additions that make riding with friends more enjoyable. If you are getting started with e-biking after 40, you do not need…

  • Heybike Venus vs. Hybrid: Which E-Bike Would I Choose?

    Heybike Venus vs. Hybrid is a comparison I can make from my own bike collection. I own both, and my red Hybrid has already earned a name: Ruby. Apparently one e-bike was never going to be the end of this story. 😂 My quick answer: I would introduce a friend who wants a more manageable,…

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I’m a wife, dog mom, and outdoor adventurer with a soft spot for good food and a glass of wine. When I’m not cooking, you’ll find me cruising on my e-bike, camping, or wandering the woods looking for mushrooms. Around here, “what’s for dinner?” sometimes starts with a walk in the woods!

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Back in 2012 when I hit publish on my first blog recipe, never in a million years would I have imagined that I’d be where I am today.

With 2 published cookbooks; Without Grain & Fermented Foods at Every Meal and my recipes reaching millions of people every month, I’m beyond grateful for each and every one of you!

Sprinkle in a passion for food photography and I’ve finally found the secret to a successful career that doesn’t feel like work. I believe that food is the one thing that can bring us all together, it’s what we lean on during the hard times and what we use to celebrate the joys of life, so let’s make sure it’s always delicious!