This week we'll explore red onions and creamy tahini sauces. We'll also delve into rethinking the idea of selfishness and some thoughts about supplements for a plant-focused diet. Eat Colorfully Seasonal Ingredient Spotlight: RED ONION Winter is the time for root veggies to really shine. These versatile veggies have a long storage life; in the old days of root cellars, January would mean you'd be down to the heartiest roots like onions, parsnips, and rutabaga. This week, I want to celebrate...
9 days ago • 5 min read
This week we'll explore how to use coconut milk and a special mango salsa recipe. We'll also delve into some peaceful giants in the ocean and healthy snacking tips. Eat Colorfully Seasonal Ingredient Spotlight: COCONUT MILK Need some cozy comfort food for these mid-winter days? If so, then turn to coconut milk. Coconut milk (the kind that comes in a can) is a delightfully creamy and versatile ingredient. Because it comes from coconuts, it's plant-based and creates a decadent creamy texture in...
16 days ago • 5 min read
This week we'll explore winter citrus and my favorite (easy!) way to dress up guacamole. We'll also delve into a novel about how we remember people and thoughts about finding awe and wonder in our lives. Eat Colorfully Seasonal Ingredient Spotlight: ORANGES Although we're in the depths of winter, you can still find some glimmers of sunshine in bright, vibrant citrus. Citrus is at its peak right now and it's a fabulous addition to your menu in both sweet and savory dishes. This week I'm...
23 days ago • 4 min read
This week we'll explore ways to enjoy cabbage and why you need to try furikake seasoning. We'll also delve into some very rare and special Hawaiian goose chicks and eating the rainbow in 2026. Eat Colorfully Seasonal Ingredient Spotlight: CABBAGE January is an odd time for veggies; most of the squash are long gone, but we're still far away from the earliest spring produce. That's why I'm excited about cabbage right now. Before you get worried about this (I know cabbage isn't always popular),...
about 1 month ago • 4 min read
This week we'll explore anti-inflammatory turmeric and cozy farro "risotto". We'll also delve into next weekend's Wolf Moon and how our fears can hold us back from living big. Eat Colorfully Seasonal Ingredient Spotlight: TURMERIC Although it's not especially seasonal, turmeric is definitely the right ingredient to explore this week. Turmeric is well-known for its anti-inflammatory properties and has long been touted as a "superfood" in many cultures. As we wrap up the holiday season and move...
about 1 month ago • 5 min read
This week we'll explore fresh ginger and a special mint chocolate matcha recipe. We'll also delve into winter solstice, holiday boundaries, and a travel-friendly homemade gift. Eat Colorfully Seasonal Ingredient Spotlight: FRESH GINGER This week, I'm excited to celebrate delicious, nourishing, vibrant ginger. Whether you're looking for a last-minute holiday dish with warming spices or want to soothe your digestive system after some holiday indulgences, this flavor-packed root is for you. One...
about 1 month ago • 5 min read
This week we'll explore ways to enjoy pecans and a special pomegranate guacamole recipe. We'll also delve into a great book series, letting go of things we can't control, and a special homemade holiday gift idea. Eat Colorfully Seasonal Ingredient Spotlight: PECANS Something about the fall holidays always makes me think of pecans. They're such an iconic late-fall treat. In addition to munching on them by the handful, there are many great ways you can enjoy pecans. They're fabulous on...
about 2 months ago • 5 min read
This week we'll explore ways to use chai spices and a special holiday edamame dip recipe. We'll also delve into seasonal migration, a good mystery, and an idea for unique homemade gifts. Eat Colorfully Seasonal Ingredient Spotlight: CHAI SPICES December is the time of year for cozy spices to really shine. Chai tea has all the best warming spices and it's a delightful seasonal treat. But did you know that chai spices can be used for much more than just sipping as tea? One of my favorite ways...
about 2 months ago • 5 min read
This week we'll explore pomegranate recipes and a unique way to repurpose Thanksgiving leftovers. We'll also delve into this week's supermoon, a recipe for homemade body scrub, and wellness-related holiday gifts. Eat Colorfully Seasonal Ingredient Spotlight: POMEGRANATE Looking to add some color to a gray December week? The best treat of late fall is the abundance of juicy, ruby-red pomegranates. There are many ways to integrate them into seasonal dishes, so there's no reason not to be...
2 months ago • 5 min read