I don’t know about you but sometimes i get a hard craving for paella and being on trail means THAT craving will be difficult to satiate! While hanging out at camp and going thru supplies, i found the perfect combination of stuff to throw together a quick trail paella! All you need is some spam,Continue reading “Quick 10-minute Thru Hiker’s “Paella””
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A Foodie Experience at the San Antonio (Texas) Airport (SAT)
Not every experience needs to be “Big” or planned out. Sometimes you can just walk in to it. As long as you are open to trying new things, a multitude of experiences are waiting for you. The wine today…
Kauai Beaches & Food Tour
My vacations are primarily centered around hiking and food. This vacay is no different. Kauai is full of both, at a World class level. I have spoken to so many people who have “visited” Kauai and only saw the Poi’pu and Waimea side of the island. They have no idea what Kauai is actually about!Continue reading “Kauai Beaches & Food Tour”
Travel to Kauai “post-COVID”
No COVID is not over, it’s still a thing and there are still protocols in place that must be followed if you want to enjoy your trip. It’s a drag, but hey, being sick can also be a drag, so let’s focus on the positive,,, YOU ARE TRAVELING! Or maybe you are getting ready toContinue reading “Travel to Kauai “post-COVID””
The Food Guru and The Appalachian Trail Thru Hike 2022
Whelp, it’s gonna happen. The husband and I will be starting our thru hike of the Appalachian Trail at the end of March! I’ve been trying to convince myself that I am just going along for moral support, it’s really “his hike”. But honestly, the reality of walking approximately 2180 miles is starting to sinkContinue reading “The Food Guru and The Appalachian Trail Thru Hike 2022”
It’s Super Satisfying Trimming Meat!
Who doesn’t love a great cut of meat procured for a super great price in bulk? Vegetarians, THAT question was not for you. But seriously, there’s nothing like buying a whole beef tenderloin and getting it home to prep, then after a couple of filet cuts, you hit gristle and you’re like “what the heck?!”Continue reading “It’s Super Satisfying Trimming Meat!”
Dried Chili Salsa
Ingredients 6 oz dried Guajillo Chili 6 oz dried Padilla Chili 2 Tbsp of dried chili Pequins (if you like spicy, if not, then omit) 2 HEADS of garlic peeled 1 sweet yellow onion peeled 2-3 Tbsp sea salt 4-5 limes juiced 1 Tbsp dried Cumin 1 bunch (2 cups) fresh Cilantro 1 Tbsp vegetableContinue reading “Dried Chili Salsa”
Here is a quick and easy way to peel a lot of garlic at once!!
I love to make chili 🌶 salsas! I feel like it takes me back to my Latin American and Indigenous American roots. But with my mass batches of salsa comes a lot of garlic peeling. 😳 Like several heads of garlic at once. I wouldn’t say it’s one of my favorite jobs, but someone hasContinue reading “Here is a quick and easy way to peel a lot of garlic at once!!”
Chateau Latour-Martillac Vineyard(Bordeaux, France)
Let me preface this entry with my husband and I are by no means wine experts. we both greatly appreciate well made wine, but price and prestige are not a factor with our “likes”. The terroir at this vineyard is situated on a bed of limestone pebbles. A hold over from a time when thisContinue reading “Chateau Latour-Martillac Vineyard(Bordeaux, France)”
Quick Dinner: Venison Wagyu Meatballs with Sauce
Okay, so admittedly this sounds super complex, but don’t let the ingredients deter you from trying this recipe. I try to make most recipes, on the fly and without directions. Not because i don’t like following directions but mostly because i like to make shit up and see how it goes. 🤷♀️ Plus, i loveContinue reading “Quick Dinner: Venison Wagyu Meatballs with Sauce”
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