Category Archives: Food

Cape Cod Coma.

Cape Cod is like no other place in the world.  I had the pleasure of spending Fathers Day weekend with my family on Cape Cod.  We spent our days kayaking and beaching, and for dinner we had lobster and grilled … Continue reading

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I hear wedding bells…

I am attending four weddings this summer.    My very smart and talented cousin is marrying her high school sweetheart and I have the honor of being her bridesmaid.  Her bridal shower was oh-so decadent.  Cake, delicious food, champaign and … Continue reading

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Outstanding In The Field

I just discovered an amazing series of farm dinners that travel the world. Outstanding in The Field host magical dinners in the most unlikely of places including fields, farms, orchards, vineyards, and parks.  The dinner table is incorporated into the … Continue reading

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Tuesday Night Dinner On Wednesday

Tuesday Night dinner started as a social gathering of  like-minded folks that enjoy food.  Its been 3 years since the start. TND has evolved into something entirely unique to Chicago: A place to exchange thoughts and ideas with a diverse and eclectic crowd. A … Continue reading

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Quinoa quinoa quinoa…the only grain that is a complete perfect protein.

After running loads of work errands and working out at the gym I was starving for something deliciously healthy and easy to make for lunch.  I had roasted some beets a few days ago and I had some left over … Continue reading

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Quinoa! its what’s for breakfast, lunch and dinner

My friends and family are a bit concerned about my new obsession with Quinoa. http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Quinoa I’ve probably consumed more quinoa in the last few months than I have rice in my entire life.  Do the math- thats loads of quinoa.  I’ve … Continue reading

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Eating and Drinking Guide 2011

So, last year Time Out Chicago hired me to photo edit there 2010 Eating and Drinking Guide.  Fortunately they asked me to return for 2011, and I’m super excited.  Staring at food all day can be quite a challenge especially … Continue reading

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Farm

A couple of weeks ago I got the opportunity to photograph the Slagel Family Farm in southern Illinois for Time Out Chicago magazine.  The owner and operator of the farm is named Louis John; a very knowledgeable 24 year old … Continue reading

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