I know that most of the country is still going thru winter conditions, but here on the west coast, we've had a pretty good run of spring-like weather. There are several things that say spring: breezy nice weather, girl scout cookies and fresh new produce. One of the joys of spring is the lovely asparagus. The season begins now and peaks in April/May in the west and May/July in the rest of the US. Read more

With its delicate, tart flavor, grapefruit is one of those light and refreshing fruits that I tend to associate with summer. However, like most citrus, grapefruit is at its peak right now. To find the perfect grapefruit follow these tips: It should be round and smooth. Avoid ones with puffy or soft skin. Try to find one that is heavy for its size. The heavier it is, the juicier it will be. The Read more

Let's face it: being a domestic diva whose prowess ranges from expertly baking a cake to masterly manhandling a chopping knife is hard. There is so much to learn and it's easy to feel overwhelmed. Take a deep breath, I'm here to help. One thing that is super important, often overlooked, and not necessarily common knowledge is how to select groceries. We've all read tons of articles on how to Read more