Food 411 Episode– The Grange

On this episode of Food 411, travel with me as I visit the Grange Community Kitchen in Hamburg NY. Watch the episode here (roughly 8 minutes into the show), and read more about their story below. The Grange Building or the Salisbury Building, has a history that dates back to the late 1800’s. Originally built […]

Woodcock Brothers Brewery

This week on my television segment Food 411/Come Dine with Me WNY, I’m at Woodcock Brothers Brewery and Restaurant! Nestled into the southern shore of Lake Ontario, sits the small town of Wilson, NY. Settled in 1818, Wilson holds some unique architecture, including the Morse Cobblestone Farmhouse. A beautiful L-Shaped home built in 1845, it […]

William K’s Restaurant–new TV show on local television

I’ve started a new adventure folks! My food writing has intersected with television! It includes working with a great team at Key Video Productions, on their show Come Dine with Me WNY. I will be doing a new segment called Food 411 that airs on Channel 7 WKBW in Buffalo every Sunday Morning at 11:30am. […]

Sweet on Sweet Pea Bakery

Let’s face it–it’s hard for those who need to eat gluten-free (GF) to find places where they can. Digestive sensitivities can cause anxiety, stress, depression, and can take the joy out of eating anything. Food is a necessity for all of us, but for those who are GF, or have Celiac, food sometimes feels like […]

Soda Bread Recipes- My version

These recipes go along with my Youtube video on how to make a healthier version of Soda Bread. The video will be at the bottom of this article. Prep time: 15 minutes  Cook time: 40 minutes Ingredients:     4 to 4 1/2 cups Whole Wheat flour     2 Tbsp honey     1 teaspoon Celtic Sea […]

Healthy Options: Tuna Noodle Casserole

Much has been happening as of late; all good things, and all blessings. One project was a You Tube channel I’ve created, Food for Thought (yes from my website) to help all of you! The first episode is a Tuna Noodle Casserole I’ve modified to be just a bit healthier. I’ve grown up with digestive […]

The First Thanksgiving

Thanksgiving is a time-honored tradition in America, where every year we give thanks for a bountiful harvest (food), for family, friends, health, our country. We have all been taught that the first Thanksgiving was celebrated in 1621 when the first (still) British settlers known as Pilgrims celebrated a good harvest and invited the Indian tribe, […]

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There is history, thought, and great stories woven into every food recipe, every plate served, and every new restaurant opened that gives us a glimpse into someone else’s life and culture. We are all connected on this tiny hamlet of a planet—and many times it’s food that connects us. I offer you a chance to […]