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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.
Spice Rubbed Chicken wings with Poblano Ranch
These are prepared from a frozen bag of chicken wings, so if you are forgetful like me or don’t want to grocery shop… these can always be on the menu!
4th Inning Nachos
Tried and true sheet pan nachos… perfect for watching baseball.
Apple Cinnamon Hot Cross Buns
A new take on an Easter classic.
BBQ Flank Steak
My Dad’s not so secret recipe for the best flank steak in the west.
Duck Fat Red Potatoes
This 4 ingredient recipe is going to pack a punch with flavor.
Crispy Mahi Mahi Tacos
Upgrade your Taco Tuesday!
School Night Carbonara
Because every weeknight meal should take 20 mins or less…
Dungeness Crab Grilled Cheese
Northwest comfort food for the win!
Bone Broth 101 (recipe included)
Why you should always keep this in your fridge or freezer.
Shrimp & Avocado Salad
A quick, easy, and fresh lunch or light dinner.
The BEST Flour Tortillas
These are made with avocado oil instead of lard to make these healthier but still absolutely delicious.
Baked Onions
I modern take on old fashioned steakhouse creamed onions.
Foolproof Thin Crust Pizza Dough
You will never buy premade pizza crust again!
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!
Pickled Red Onions
You won’t find my fridge without a jar of these ready to go!
