Evin O’Keeffe

How kitchen tech is changing and the opportunities this presents Guest Post By Nick Orme, co-founder of Njori The push to reduce our environmental impact is going to change many things, including our kitchens: products are going to need to...

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I love quiche! But when I make quiche I never like it as much as when someone else makes it. So, I asked my chef friends Kate and Ali for their advice and both encouraged me to no skimp on full...

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Until you burp a baby regularly, I don’t think the concept of a good burp cloth even enters into your mind. At least it didn’t with me. Then I visited my nephews and was exposed to the strengths and pitfalls...

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When Optimus was about five months old, we visited my hometown of Washington, D.C. and lunched with my friend Madeline. From Capitol Hill, it is a short walk to Eastern Market and many delectable restaurants, not to mention the Capitol itself. We...

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How great your day is depends on your morning Guest Post By Sid Madge, Meee Mornings are important, and here are 5 micro-moment ideas to help you start your morning off right so you set yourself up for a fantastic...

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We have been baking a lot this past year. Really, we baked a lot before then too, but somehow when we are at home 99% of the time baking feels like an adventure or a treat. So, we focused on...

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My Dad and my Grandma loved chocolate so much. Almost as much as they loved me. She handed down her favorite brownie recipe to me in her well-used recipe box and now I’m sharing it with you to mark my dad’s...

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The settlers of the southern Appalachian Mountains were among the first to use the term “ramp” to describe the potent little plant otherwise known as Allium tricoccum. Indigenous to the southeastern United States, it is almost an exclusive group who knows...

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Quick Pickled Fennel & Radishes 1 fresh fennel, sliced thin 10 fresh radishes, sliced thin Salt 1 cup water 1/2 cup cider vinegar 1 cup white wine vinegar 1/2 cup rice vinegar 1 cup white granulated sugar 1 bunch fresh dill, stems...

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I have an amazing vegan recipe to share today from Louise Palmer-Masterton, founder of Stem & Glory. My dad loved figs and that appreciation carries on with me. I cannot wait for the first harvest to fill up my apron and get...

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In 2006, I bought a lovely classic cream fine knit top to wear as a separate for work. It went with everything and was so soft. When I moved to Ireland from the Silicon Valley, it came with me. Fast...

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In having enjoyed friendships with a few vegans over the years, I’ve learned that it is a very restricting way to dine. Even when restaurants and speciality grocers carry products, it is difficult to find delicious items such as rich...

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Anzac Day is a day of remembrance in Australia and New Zealand. These biscuits are a tradition in both countries and any variation from the set ingredients is a sin. However, we are doing a gluten-free week here for a...

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Last year, I ordered a fun floral dress from H&M in anticipation of summer holidays we would never end up taking. But the dress got worn at home plenty of times and each time my husband laughed. Finally, he explained...

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Nothing quite makes you feel better than a big cozy blanket wrapped around you and the scent of homemade chicken noodle soup wafting through from the kitchen. Since it is not always possible for mom to be in the kitchen just when we need her, this recipe will help make it easy to bring the home-cooking flavors to you.

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Guest Post By Sid Madge, Meee For all kinds of reasons, the last twelve months have been tough for many of us. The pandemic has been the source of many difficulties, but there have been plenty of old normal challenges...

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We wanted to try a new craft this weekend, so we decided to make homemade rainbow play-dough. The boys lobbied for slime making, but I couldn’t face it after slime stained my wedding quilt in 2019. This is also why...

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This past year, I’ve had a bit more time at home than usual and have been catching up on movies I missed over the last nine years (since having kids). I want to watch them in order of when the...

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Guest Post By Catherine Bedford, Dashel Helmets  Cyclists have a reputation for not being the most fashionable people in the world. Function is valued over appearance ─ and for good reason. Cycling is a technical sport and an energetic way...

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My grandmother taught me to bake the family cheesecake recipe when I was about 11 years old and within a decade I had adapted it to include Irish cream. I baked several for special occasions, for simple gatherings, for school...

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