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Thoughts on food, fermentation, seasonality, and the small joys of cooking from scratch.

Sourdough bread

BAKING

Why I Fell in Love with Sourdough

It started during the pandemic, like so many things. But unlike the banana bread phase, this one stuck. Here's why sourdough became my obsession — and what it taught me about patience.

Fresh seasonal produce

FOOD & ENVIRONMENT

Eating Seasonally in the Bay Area

Living in California means access to incredible produce year-round. But true seasonal eating is about more than availability — it's about intention, flavor, and reconnecting with the rhythm of what grows around us.

Cooking in progress

COOKING

The Case for Cooking Slowly

We live in a world of 30-minute meals and instant everything. But the best food I've ever made took time — and that time was part of the gift. A meditation on slow cooking in a fast world.

Fermented vegetables

FERMENTATION

Fermentation for Beginners: Where to Start

If the word 'fermentation' sounds intimidating, you're not alone. But it's actually one of the simplest, most forgiving cooking techniques out there. Here's how to get started with just salt and vegetables.

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