The Un-damming of Elwha (Also By the River Elwha I Sat and Wept)
It is a story that caused my heart to wrench, to break. I’m already one of the biggest crybabies to begin with, dropping a tear at...
Old World Coffee Perks Up California Avenue (Starting) this Weekend
It's not an elite country club. It's not a secret handshake or a foreign language. The vibe is inclusive more than exclusive. The tables...
Breadwinner Series: Pappa al Pomodoro
When I was in Tuscany about this time last year, I tried a bowl filled with red gooey stuff which the people at the winery in Carmignano...
Breadwinner Series: Truckee Sourdough Company
I opened the door and the intense aroma of freshly baking bread almost knocks me over. As I’m sure you’re familiar, bakeries always do...
If the Shoe Fits: Practical Advice for Selecting the Right Hiking Shoe
I get gear questions here and there and selecting the right shoe for hiking is probably one I get the most of. Shopping for the right...
Waterfalls and Wildflowers
Some days are just meant to be epic. We had been getting much-needed rain here in the high desert and on a one day reprieve, we decided...
Reno Chef Wears Her Heart on Her Sleeve
I must admit I've never heard of Chef Rachael K. before. But it's not really that big of a surprise since she is a private chef after...
Walking on Water in La Sportiva Synthesis Surround GTX Hiking Shoes
Living in the midst of mountains is something I never thought I would come to appreciate. I'm an urbanite, born and raised, and plopping...
How to Cut a Mango (and Bonus Recipe for Easy Mango Cream)
Moving to the States from Manila about a decade ago, one of the things I absolutely miss are Philippine mangoes. They are the best in...
Make for Mother's Day: Bavarese Alle Fragole
Last May, I had the happy fortune of traveling around Tuscany and Emilia-Romagna in Italy – both considered powerhouses for gastronomy. I...
