Monthly Archives: October 2010

Spaghetti Alla Dayton

Dayton Ohio could never be confused for Tuscany, actually it’s roots are decidedly German. And the box of tomatoes above weren’t grown by my italian nonna but by my in-laws (of Irish and Lithuanian decent respectively) but you’d never know … Continue reading


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Despite my snobbish foodie tendencies, when it comes to pumpkin pie I trust the Libby’s can.  Anytime I’ve strayed from the wisdom of the can it has ended in disaster.  Pumpkin pie is a serious matter come November and I’ve … Continue reading


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Preproduction

Tonight I noticed a new smell in the air- winter.  That scent of wet pine, fireplaces, and Sunday dinner that let’s you know the seasons have in fact changed and that the holidays are right around the corner.  Thankfully, my … Continue reading


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Cruising Altitude

This life is not a direct flight.  There are delays.  Sometimes you get oversold and can’t accommodate everyone.  Turbulence sucks and no one can control the weather.  But you keep at it because sometimes you find yourself with a window … Continue reading


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