When leaving Fort Davis and heading south, you are faced with two options at “the Y”: left or right. Turning left takes you through the mountains and rocky pass, about 24 minutes down Highway 118 to Alpine. You might spot … Continue reading The Water Stop in Marfa
I love books, especially cookbooks. My obsession with collecting cookbooks began back in 2003 when I took on the task of writing a weekly recipe column for The Boerne Star newspaper. It quickly became my mission (or at least a … Continue reading Technology won’t ever replace cookbooks for me
When I think of Memorial Day, the beginning of summertime with barbecues, picnics and outdoor gatherings springs to mind. Many families have family reunions at this time of year, too. But Memorial Day is actually so much more than just … Continue reading Memorial Day – more than just barbecues and family reunions
NOTE: I procrastinated to write this column. And, as luck would have it, at the 11th hour of my extended-extended deadline, I was on the verge of a migraine. This is not my favorite thing ever published, and I don’t … Continue reading Pressure cooking takes the pressure out of cooking
Cast iron cookware was invented centuries ago, with the first known pieces appearing in 220 A.D., in China. Fast forward to the 16th century and European cooks were using it. It’s been a staple in kitchens ever since. I’ve been … Continue reading Cast Iron, Chuck Wagons and West Texas
Last Friday, we did something we very seldom do… we went out to dinner on a double-date. We seem to mostly go out for lunch and occasional dinners just the two of us, and were excited to be going out … Continue reading Friday Night Food, Friends and Fun in Marfa
So about a week ago, after eating barbecue, chicken, roast beef, bacon, pork chops, fajitas and more barbecue, my husband decided that he was ready for a break from meat for awhile… just as I was prepping a big ol’ … Continue reading “Salmon Cakes to the Rescue”… written four years ago and never shared 😉
Last Friday, we had lunch at Come and Take It Barbecue in Alpine. It was no ordinary lunch… it was an opportunity to meet the artists that were participating in the 32nd annual Trappings of Texas Art Show & … Continue reading Come and Take It Barbecue hosts Trappings of Texas event
This past Saturday, my husband and I had the pleasure of serving as judges for the fourth of five Porter’s BBQ Shootout Trailer Series competitions held at the Mesquite Tranquility RV park in Alpine. In each of the four … Continue reading Judging Porter’s BBQ Shootout in Alpine was a blast
We recently discovered a new bread recipe that is unlike any bread we’ve ever eaten – and there’s no flour of any kind in it. Nordic Stone Age Nut and Seed Bread is paleo (something a caveman might’ve eaten), it’s … Continue reading Nordic Stone Age Nut and Seed Bread – no flour needed
Because Food is What I Do 