I muttered this question to myself as I clicked through reviews of nearby restaurants and markets in my little neighborhood of Fox Point, Providence. There are a lot of places boasting authentic Portuguese cuisine, along with bread and pastry or a wide variety of madeira. While I miss so much about living in Washington, D.C., Providence has surpassed my expectations related to food offerings. One of the greatest surprises has been getting to know Portuguese cuisine, and seeing how embedded this culture is within the area. Immigrants from Portugal heavily settled Fox Point at the beginning of the 20th century, drawn here for manufacturing and waterfront employment opportunities. I recently learned that thirty-two percent of residents claim Portuguese ancestry in our neighborhood.

July 17, 2023August 3, 2023 by KD

A Winding Path

The “about me” page on this website has most of the details of my life relevant to a casual recipe searcher. But today I’m going to go one or two steps beyond that to explain my relationship with food, which culminated in my decision to start culinary school at JWU this August. Just, you know, laying some groundwork for future meditations!

July 3, 2023July 17, 2023 by KD

Exciting News!

After a lengthy hiatus, I’m picking up the pen (or keyboard) again to chronicle a new chapter in my life: culinary school. A food blog is the appropriate place to share this adventure, right?

At the end of August, I begin a course at Johnson & Wales University (JWU) to earn a BS in Sustainable Food Systems, with a foundation in the Culinary Arts. Read more “Exciting News!” →

September 1, 2021July 3, 2023 by KD

Hey, Guess What? It’s September.

I blinked and the summer was gone. Maybe not literally, but it feels that way. We can feel the days shortening, and even if it’s still unfortunately hot and muggy outside, autumnal produce is starting to seep into the grocery aisles. Here’s what is in season this month in the Mid-Atlantic region: Read more “Hey, Guess What? It’s September.” →

August 1, 2021September 1, 2021 by KD

Hey, Guess What? It’s August.

Ah, the passage of time. It seems like just yesterday I was craving a good Caprese salad, and now here I am with more tomatoes than I know what to do with. It’s a great time to get to making and freezing pasta sauce- you will thank yourself come October! Here’s what is in season this month in the Mid-Atlantic region:
Read more “Hey, Guess What? It’s August.” →

July 1, 2021August 4, 2021 by KD

Welcome to July

It is officially July and there is not shortage of produce in season in North America. Here’s what may be dotting the grocery store aisles in the Mid-Atlantic region: Read more “Welcome to July” →

June 5, 2021June 9, 2021 by KD

Green Chili Chicken Pozole

If you’ve never had pozole, the traditional hominy stew, you’re in for a treat. This the easiest and tastiest recipe for pozole you’ll ever find! After making a pared-down salsa verde, you add a delicious combination of seasonings and spices to a pot with vegetable broth, hominy, and chicken, and set it to cook on low heat.

June 4, 2021July 7, 2021 by KD

Welcome to June

June is among my favorite months of the year. Seasonal produce abounds in the grocery stores, fresh fruit and delicate greens that fill the aisles with a beautiful scent.

The transition from spring to summer highlights the best of both seasons. If we’re lucky, the nights are still cool and comfortable but the fireflies and crickets become constant companions. The showers give way to sunny days as we climb ever closer to the summer solstice. Shall we celebrate this enchanting point in the year with a good meal?

The Best Potato Salad for a Memorial Day Picnic

Memorial Day marks the unofficial start of summer: grill-outs, picnics, and poolside lounging are all in order. Hopefully, there will be good enough weather to adequately celebrate! If you’re hosting or attending a potluck-style event for Memorial Day, here’s a recipe recommendation that is sure to please a crowd: Roasted Fingerling Potato Salad.

May 1, 2021June 9, 2021 by KD

Welcome to May

Take a gander at all the seasonal produce in the grocery stores this May! Stone fruits and berries are beginning to make their grand appearance, and some delicate greens are thriving in these springtime months. Before we get to the full list of fresh vegetables, fruits, and herbs in season, enjoy this meditation from Thomas Hardy entitled “Growth in May”:

Welcome to April

We’ve wrestled ourselves from Old Man Winter’s wispy and withering grip! In the coming month of April, we are firmly in Springtime territory. Thank goodness we’ve got some more produce to work with; it’s time to freshen up our meal rotation. Here’s what’s in season in the mid-Atlantic region:

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