The Foodie Goes Greener

Self-esteem is a term used in psychology to reflect a person’s overall evaluation or appraisal of his or her own worth. In the stresses of every day life, it is common to slip into moments where we forget our worth. Old issues and feelings from past experiences seep into our thought processes and wreak havoc [...]

I am in search of doing anything organic that helps me be my best while honoring my environment and those around me. I want to be a giver, not a taker. I am also realizing that getting older is simply an invitation to do better and feel better, because we know better. Another luxury of [...]

Cinco de Mayo (May 5) is a Mexican holiday that is of great importance for Mexican and Chicano communities. On that day in 1862, the Battle of Pueblo was won by Mexican peasants over French soldiers.  Cinco De Mayo is an invitation to have a party and drink margaritas, yes, but it is also an [...]

One of our family’s frequent haunts is a local neighborhood favorite on Kearney in Northwest Portland called Serratto. Serratto’s Mediterranean cuisine is inspired by the bounty of the Northwest.  They have a strong commitment to using only the freshest ingredients, including natural meats, fresh seafood, and locally grown fruits and vegetables. Once you step into [...]