Category Archives: Local

The Fastest Way to a (Chicken) Lady’s Heart

Posted on May 6, 2013 by

Last week, we had the joy of watching our friend Jessica’s chickens while she was out of town. Spending time with the three ladies is hilarious, entertaining, and means all the fresh eggs you can eat. Hooray! Of course, we … Continue reading →

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Pan-Fried Oysters with Golden Toasts, at Dusk

Posted on October 8, 2012 by

We spent the weekend at the FoodShed auxiliary (our cabin) down on the Peninsula. October has been unseasonably dry here, so we had the luxury of exploring our area in warm weather, under stunning blue skies. Part of our tour … Continue reading →

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A Magical Summer Evening with Kurtwood Farm’s Dinah Cheese and a White Burgundy

Posted on June 19, 2012 by

Over Melanie’s birthday weekend, we celebrated by eating lovely food outdoors at the cabin. This particular combination of wine, Kurtwood Farm Cheese, and oysters was so stunning we had to share it with you. It was even more magical eaten … Continue reading →

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We Do Not Need Baby Goats

Posted on June 11, 2012 by

We do not need baby goats. Obviously. That is ridiculous. Intellectually speaking, it makes no sense at all. But put a baby goat and an intellectual in front of us, and the baby goat wins, every time.

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April Harvesting and Vegetable Garden Update in Seattle

Posted on April 27, 2012 by

As April starts to come to an end, our little vegetable garden is beginning to get ready for May. And we’re giving it a hand. The radishes need a little thinning, but neither of us can bare to let these … Continue reading →

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Nell’s in Green Lake – A Gem in Our Own Backyard

Posted on April 18, 2012 by

The Foodshed has been all over the world, eating out at wonderful restaurants in Belgium, New York, Gig Harbor, Port Townsend and Portland. Who knew that we only had to go to our own backyard to eat some of the … Continue reading →

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Baked Trout With Parsley Pesto

Posted on April 5, 2012 by

We’re down to our last bit of fish – a trout fillet – before our next fish delivery from Surfin’ Seafood. What to make? On a chilly spring afternoon, a simple baked trout in pesto is a fulfilling weeknight dinner. … Continue reading →

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April Planting in Seattle: Garlic, Peas, Arugula and Potatoes

Posted on April 2, 2012 by

The sun burst through the Seattle clouds for a few hours today, and we were delighted to get out into our garden to do some April planting. Right now, we’re planting arugula, sugar pod peas, potatoes, and herbs. Come see … Continue reading →

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FoodShed Foraging – A Mussels Feast at Case Inlet

Posted on March 26, 2012 by

It was a glorious Saturday on the Key Peninsula this weekend, and after a quick hike through the woods in the back forty, we headed down to the beach to do a little exploring at low tide. The Puget Sound … Continue reading →

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Borscht a la Andrea – A Hearty Beet and Cabbage Soup

Posted on March 21, 2012 by

This recipe comes from our dear friend Andrea, who currently is cooking out east in Taos. She passed down the recipe from her Russian grandparents, who, if this recipe is any indication, were fantastic cooks. We added one secret ingredient … Continue reading →

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