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Perfect for Fall: Apple Crisp Recipe from Kyra Bussanich

October 22, 2013Filed in: Recipes

Ok, I am seriously in love with the weather right now. It is days like this that make me so happy being an Oregonian. The remaining leaves are beautiful reds, yellows and oranges, bright blue sky and a perfect crisp temperature. This is fall at its best.

Beautiful evening overlooking the Fremont Bridge

Also wonderful about fall? So many good things to eat and bake. Obviously I’m obsessed with anything pumpkin. I also totally love all the fresh-picked apples and pears, which are perfect for pies, crumbles and crisps.

Photo courtesy of Kyra Bussanich

Lucky for you, Kyra Bussanich, who owns Kyra’s Bake Shop in Lake Oswego, has provided her delicious Apple Crisp recipe. I wrote a few weeks ago about a cooking class I took from her. Continue Reading...

(Gluten-Free) Baking Class with Kyra’s Bake Shop

September 19, 2013Filed in: Events

Ahh, things have been a little crazy over here!

Brice and I had a wonderful getaway to the Oregon Coast for a few days. We stayed at a really great B&B near Florence called the SeaQuest Inn. The innkeepers, Stephanie and Sherwood were wonderful, fun and prepared amazing breakfasts each day. My favorite of course was the sweet rather than savory option – baked French Toast with Kahlua whipped cream and candied bacon.

We had an awesome time hiking, sleeping in, reading, and watching the rainy, drizzly weather. It was a much-needed relaxing four days. Continue Reading...

Dinner with the Culinary Power Couples: Crown Paella, Bow & Arrow Wines and Viridian Farms

September 3, 2013Filed in: Events, Reviews

As I’ve mentioned on here a few times in the past, I work (and occasionally attend as a guest) Plate & Pitchfork dinners throughout the summer. I love these events. It is such a fun experience getting to know the chefs and farmers behind your meal and enjoying a gorgeous summer evening with great food, wine and new friends.

The last dinner I worked a few weekends ago was definitely one of my favorites. It was an absolutely gorgeous setting, incredible food and wine, and really great people. It was the “culinary power couple” evening with the Crown Paella team Scott and Emily Ketterman, Bow & Arrow winemakers Dana and Scott Frank and Viridian Farms owners Leslie and Manuel Recio, all working with their respective spouses. All three couples are fun and engaging to listen to. It was so great hearing their stories of how they have blended their joint creativity and talents to create amazing culinary products. Continue Reading...