Family Eats

02/04/2026

Celebrating National Girls & Women in Sports Day. Through the years, each of my girls were active in sports - soccer, track, swimming and water polo. Their experiences benefitted them in so many ways.

01/30/2026

From time to time I page through my cookbooks in search of new inspiration for meals, or even reminders of some family favorites that I have not made in some time. Easy Asian Noodles by Helen Chen is one of those cookbooks I recently revisited. It has inspired many meals in our kitchen ever since I acquired it in 2010. Filled with approachable, fun and affordable recipes, this 16-year-old cookbook continues to serve me well, especially when I find myself in a mealtime rut.
??? What are your favorite ‘old’ cookbooks ????

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01/20/2026

Game watch with lots of new SF Canes frienda

01/13/2026

From your homemade pasta to the delicious creamy pesto with chicken, thank you .everage!
What are you making Mom and Dad tonight?

01/07/2026

My Weekly To Do:

1. This week I’ll prepare veggie bouillon cubes using our veggie scraps.

2. I’ll also be taking the garlic and onion skins to create a delicious seasoned salt – perhaps I’ll also be using the last of the lemons from our tree to add a bit more flavor.

Find one, easy-to-accomplish AND sustainable change that you can make in your kitchen. Share it in the comments

12/24/2025

It was a joint effort today to make the sauce and the nearly 150 ravioli for Christmas Eve dinner. Those who weren’t around to help today will make sure they’re around to eat it tomorrow! (Thanks .everage )

12/15/2025

Cheese the Season! Experience the taste of Point Reyes this holiday season with one of the delicious gift packs from . Our Cheese the Moment assortment proved to be a success, as its portability took us to Union Square in San Francisco to enjoy it with friends alongside the holiday lights.

12/12/2025

Family Meals help parents influence food choices, model good nutrition and build family relationships.
Experience the power of gathering together for mealtime at least once a week (the more, the better).

12/12/2025

Easy to make, delicious to eat, and fun to look at (they remind me of something I'd find in Whoville)

  These festive holiday cookies are made even more tasty with the addition of peppermint. Perfect for giving to Santa, or just eating yourself! 1 […]

12/08/2025

Sometimes the impromptu gatherings make the best memories.

With the holiday season in full swing, I packed up my homemade gluhwein, limoncello, sugared pecans and home-brined olives, along with fixings for a delicious cheese and cracker platter. We then grabbed some friends for a Friday-night search of the holiday lights in the city. After crossing the Golden Gate Bridge we began our adventure in Ghirardelli Square, followed by Pier 39, and then caught the Let’s Glow show at the Ferry Building and Civic Center as we cross-crossed San Francisco neighborhoods to see some fabulous home decorations. (Shout out to Upper Terrace home!). We ended our holiday lights adventure at Union Square, where we pulled out our snacks and sat and enjoyed each other’s company by the light of the tree for a few hours - until way past my bedtime.

Thanks to for the Cheese the Moment gift pack! We certainly did Cheese the Moment this past weekend.

The holiday season brings a long list of to-dos — take the time to soak in the season with friends and family!

12/04/2025

Pull out your cookie press and bake a holiday favorite. This from Marcato Pasta Machines make these traditional cookies even more addictive.

Almond Bite cookie recipe: The pairing of almond flour with caramelized cherries is a delicious duo not to be underestimated.

12/02/2025

Today’s pick from my 2025 Holiday Gift Guide: Cheese the Moment Cheese Board from Point Reyes Farmstead Cheese Company.
The curated cheese collections showcase the best of their farmstead offerings. The Cheese the Moment Cheese Board features a delicious array of their handcrafted cheeses, including classics like Original Blue, Toma, and Bay Blue, paired with artisan accompaniments (like honey and crackers), then packaged (with all eco-friendly materials) for a memorable unboxing experience. A perfect hostess gift . . . if you don’t eat it all yourself!
You can find a list of all my Gift Guide selections on FamilyEats.net - or link in bio