Kelsey Ganes

A recent graduate of the University of Washington, Kelsey has been a foodie since she first picked up a cookbook at the ripe old age of 9. When she is not experimenting in the kitchen or tracking down Seattle's coolest new restaurant, she is behind the lens of a Canon dSLR, photographing everything that crosses her path.

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November 11, 2011

dining table place setting

Anyone with a food allergy, or a family member/close friend/significant other with a food allergy, knows that one of the most terrifying, anxiety inducing phrases masquerades as a seemingly innocuous...

November 11, 2011

mashed sweet potatoes

Sweet potato casserole is a Thanksgiving staple, gluten free or not! whether you use candied yams and mini marshmallows or chipotle peppers and nutmeg, the variations are endless and the combinations...

November 11, 2011

Pecan Pie Muffins

Happy Friday folks! Get ready for Thanksgiving and make a few last minute adjustments to your holiday menu with this week's selection of must-try gluten free Thanksgiving recipes. Have a great...

November 10, 2011

eggnog

It's that time of year again -- the leaves are falling, the temperature is dropping and tinsel is starting to crop up all over the place! While it seems like most people associate eggnog with...

November 10, 2011

hot chocolate with foam heart

If you're seeking motivation to get out and run, I think the Hot Chocolate 5k/15k might just be the end all be all of inspiration. Sponsored by Ghiradelli Chocolate, Ronald McDonald House...

November 9, 2011

Frozen Berries

This falls in the category of nourishing your heart & mind - enjoy!

November 9, 2011

Portuguese Masa Bread

Click on the image to visit the recipe! Masa is a sweet Portuguese bread, traditionally baked in early spring, with a rich eggy flavor and finely textured dough -- like brioche or challah, and...

November 9, 2011

lucky charms marshmallows

If you're like most of us (and by us I mean commercial cereal eaters everywhere) then you still channel your inner child when it comes to cereal -- we're in it for the prize. Whether the...

November 9, 2011

Bread

It's Wheatless Wednesday once again folks! This week I want to draw your attention to 3 must try (no, I mean it!) gluten free bread recipes. From crusty French bread to perfect-every-time...

November 8, 2011

stuffed mushrooms

Stuffed mushrooms are perfect for gluten free Thanksgiving entertaining -- okay, let's be serious, these are perfect for any conceivable excuse occasion! Easy to prepare, cook and serve, these...

November 8, 2011

gluten free dairy free allergy friendly pecan pie for Thanksgiving

Ask almost any family about their Thanksgiving Day dessert choice and you'll likely hear a story about pecan pie and a deep-seated family feud. Whether it's the great Pumpkin versus Pecan Pie...

November 8, 2011

skillet cornbread

Food allergies aside, who doesn't love cornbread? Sweet or savory, this Southern classic is perfect for all seasons! Pair it with barbecue in spring and summer and chilis and stews in fall and...

November 7, 2011

autumn soup

Happy Meatless Monday! This week I thought I'd feature a roundup of my favorite gluten free & vegan (milk/dairy free, eggless & vegetarian) recipes to inspire your Thanksgiving menu!...

November 7, 2011

vegetarian curry

Whether it's 105F or -5F, curry is truly an all-seasons food. In the summer heat, hot and spicy foods actually cool you down and during colder months, the rich flavors and spicy heat will...

November 7, 2011

swiss chard

Perfect for holiday entertaining, vegetarian dishes can easily fill many roles! Depending on portion size, dolmades can be an appetizer or a side dish; a hearty gratin can be a side or an entree and...

November 7, 2011

endive

Thanksgiving entertaining can feel like an increasingly daunting task! With the Big Day only two and a half weeks away (yikes!), it's time to start planning your menu. Whether you and your family...

November 6, 2011

wild rice stuffing with hazelnuts and cranberries

At your Thanksgiving table, stuffing is almost as important as the turkey itself! While for many families, stuffing comes from a box, anyone living gluten free and/or milk/dairy free (or with other...

November 6, 2011

green bean casserole

If you ask most people what is on their Thanksgiving table, chances are that green bean casserole will keep coming up, again and again! A classic all-American side dish, this quick and easy casserole...

November 5, 2011

foodie christmas cards

What could be cuter than foodie themed greeting cards? From letterpress recipes to typographical Christmas foods, these cards have it all! Sleek and stylish, they make holiday cards fun and personal...

November 5, 2011

stuffed acorn squash

Acorn Squash Stuffed with Wild Rice Sweet acorn squash stuffed with spicy-savory wild rice and ground beef makes for an elegant side dish or entree! Green Beans with Goat Cheese & Bacon Salty,...

November 5, 2011

mini pumpkin pies

Holiday entertaining can seem overwhelming -- with as many as 5 dishes plus dessert, menu planning and execution is never more of a challenge! To make things easier, here are 5 of my favorite holiday...

November 4, 2011

pecan pumpkin pie

When Thanksgiving menu planning starts getting serious, the biggest question in our house is always, "What kind of pie!?" With as few as 3 of us in town for the big day, baking two separate...

November 3, 2011

chocolate cake

It's hard to say no to a delicious piece of moist chocolate cake or a bowl of creamy chocolate pudding -- but if you're vegan or milk/dairy free and gluten free, sometimes saying "no...

November 3, 2011

We may be just on the cusp of November, but winter weather seems to be looming like a storm cloud on the horizon. The first (of what will hopefully be few) winter storm blew through the Northeast...

November 2, 2011

caramel corn ready to be transformed into popcorn balls!

Sometimes there's nothing better than a salty-sweet (and allergy friendly!) treat to satisfy your snack attacks. From straight up caramel coated popcorn pieces to decadent delights like Caramel...

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