…r day I was there to teach them how to make corn tortillas, where the masa comes from and how to enjoy them freshly made. Chef Screiber and I brought tortilla presses, handmade masa, salsas, cabbage, tomatoes, and hands on experience to share with the kids. This is me, that is heaven. I get so much satisfaction from sharing my knowledge with kids, and to see their faces light up with interest makes me happy. It is a unique experience. These were s…

…the Top Chef title of 2013. A slight change this year, Chef Dustin is in a new kitchen, but will still be competing! Follow along social media on the festivals Twitter and Facebook by checking out the hashtag~ #AshCulinaryfest. You can also follow my social media accounts to see my journey through the competition. Both Saturday and Sunday will begin with hands on workshops before the competition. You can sign up for them when you purchase your tic…

…ll as compensation for this post. As usual my opinions are all my own. I research companies before I agree to work with them to make sure they align with my food beliefs and standards. Jovial Foods is one of those companies. Check out their products, they are good peoples. I am overly joyed to be working with them. This product would make a great gift for the chef or inspired cook in your life! You can order a 3 pack for $60 (that’s a 20% savings)…

…hands, mix to combine well. Note: While you want to mix it all together to combine well, gently combine to keep the texture of the meatball light and fluffy. If you mix it roughly, the meatball will be dense and tough. 2. Make about 15 golf ball sized meatballs. Place meatballs in pan or oven safe dish, place in oven for 30 minutes. Remove and place on paper towel lined plate to allow to rest for a few minutes. 3. Transfer to a plate and serve wit…

…unsettled, weird, and needed to remedy this feeling asap. While I love our new home, new neighborhood, and landlords, I felt weird. I know moving can be overwhelming, especially so abruptly, but this was unwavering. I got a massage Friday, after taking the week off of work to mend this un-grounded feeling. The drive home was the enlightening moment that revealed a remedy to this feeling. I needed to cook our first meal together with Brian. Plain a…

…l of the flavors of whatever you put in the marinade. Which I love! So for example, this recipe calls for marinating for 1 hour. But you could totally put it in the marinated the night before, go to work, come home, and cook dinner in 15 minutes. YES. I made this herby concoction for the marinade and it’s a keeper. I served with a whole grain salad and grilled broccolini, bam. Dinner. Healthy and so tasty. Garlic Herb Grilled Pork Tenderloin serve…

…about 5 cups arugula 1/4 cup fresh parsley, chopped Method: 1. Place the beans, and onions in a large bowl. Mix the dressing by placing the olive oil, juice, zest, salt, and pepper in a jar, shake well to combine. Or in a bowl, whisk to combine. Add the dressing to the beans, toss to combine. Add the orange segments, arugula and parsley to the beans, toss to combine. Serve immediately….