Ta-Nehisi Coates on Writing via The Atlantic's Creative Breakthroughs

First post in a while but I think it's a great one from Ta-Nehisi Coates on how he kept going through writing and how writing can be an act of courage and persistence if you're going to actually make it.

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#CookBookTrials: A Taste of Home's Home Style Cooking

My first #cookbooktrial entry is up and it's for A Taste of Home: Home Style Cooking. Recommended for ease of prep, solid recipes, and a nice variety of American-style cuisine whether you're a hardcore cook or newbie to your kitchen.

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I Am an Activist

When first told "You're an activist" I was very hesitant to take on this "title" but in examining the work I believe in and my role to it (be it large or small) realized that it's not unfair to be called one and I shouldn't shy away from being an activist.

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Let the #CookBookTrials Begin ...

My newest blog post series is the #CookbookTrials. Every month I'll try a handful of recipes from one of many cookbooks I have (yet) to utilize and report back on results and who this book may be good for. Stick with me on this one and don't read if you're hungry. Just sayin'.

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Fave Reads 2014 Edition

My annual recommendations of books I absolutely adored that I read last year. Viva la books!

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