welcome to the family.
Adventures in the Pacific Northwest, family inspired recipes, road trips, handmade goods, creative design, outdoor activities, long standing traditions, and our sweet little girls. These are what inspire us every day. At a time when it feels like we need each other more than anything, so many of us find ourselves alone. We wanted to create a community to cultivate and share all the things that make us happy. Our hope is that this space will become a place of positivity, a source of inspiration, or at least provide you with some entertainment. A place where you can be with us when you can’t be with us whether it’s during this pandemic or beyond. So please take a seat at our virtual table. We are so happy you are here.
Koosah Falls. The starting point of our first hike in camping experience. Mckenzie River Trail, Blue River, Oregon
Recent Posts
A mixed bag of things we have been working on. Stories about our lives. Successful recipes we have developed and more. Guest writers and contributors will be joining us in the coming months.
Pandemic BBQ Sauce
We developed this recipe out of avoiding grocery stores during the pandemic. We will never buy bottled bbq sauce again!
BBQ Ribs for All
We also call these “April Ribs” because they are just as good finished off under a broiler as they are on the grill!
Amaretto Snow Cream
A 100 year tradition that continues here in the northwest.
Endive with Gorgonzola and Red Grape
The easiest way to impress even the pickiest of guests and friends.
Raspberry Compote
Amazing over ice cream, pancakes, as a filling for a cake, or over my crispy cardamom waffles!
Crispy Cardamom Waffles
Crispy and delicious with a non traditional flavor profile. Will be a favorite for the whole family!
Finding the extraordinary within the ordinary
What we can learn from a 3 year old.
Pickled Red Onions
You won’t find my fridge without a jar of these ready to go!
Parmesan Polenta
Serve with grilled marinated shrimp, your favorite cut of beef, or top with eggs for an amazing brunch.
Red, White, and Blue Potato Salad
A patriotic take on an already American classic.
Snickerdoodle Crispy Treats
Cinnamon Sugar and marshmallows make this a winning combination!
Lox Dip with Crudités
Hold the Bagel.
Baked Wild Salmon
Foolproof salmon for the person who is intimidated by cooking fish. You can’t mess this up!
New Year, New Hope.
Have a seat as we say goodbye to 2020, and hello to 2021.
Basic Pulled Pork
Use as your base for any pulled pork recipe from BBQ Pork sandwiches to carnitas tacos.
Sea Salt and Almond Toffee
Salty, Sweet, and easy to make… consider your contribution to the cookie exchange complete with this traditional holiday crowd pleaser.
Marinated Mozzarella Pearls
An easy and impressive addition to your antipasto!
