Live to Eat, or Eat to Live?

The one thing in life that a person cannot survive without is food - so why not make each meal as delicious as possible?  Life is too short for subpar meals.  My husband and I cook more nights out of the week than not.  Cooking is my "outlet" when I get home from work.  It's relaxing, then indulgent.  Not only is it (usually) cheaper than eating out, it's comforting knowing the ingredients in your food, and incredibly exciting to prepare something new to taste each day.

If I could, I would prepare the most delicious meals for my family and friends everyday.  Entertaining is a drug to me.  (Yes, a little extreme, I know).  But there's nothing better than having a cocktail, chopping vegetables, throwing a bunch of fresh ingredients together, and seeing guests smile when they take their first bite. I often hear, "this is so good, Jess!" and I generally reply with, "I KNOW!"  Not that I'm trying to boast or anything - but I agree!  I choose recipes and follow them.  It's that easy.  I can't take all the credit.

At this point in my life, I have no idea what I want to do with my foodiness.  (A newly-created word you may frequently hear me use as I journey through blog-creation).  Maybe this blog will help me get there?  Since I logistically and financially can't share every meal with all those I love, I'm hoping this will be a way for you to enjoy and learn about the delicious food in our life until the next time you and I can enjoy a meal together.


Stay hungry my friends. <3