by Renée Silvus
Body, Mind, Spirit May 15 – 17, 2026 Mavens’ Haven in Lucile with Kelley Riviere $450 private/$400 shared Let’s use the inspiration and beauty of May in Lucile for some personal spring cleaning. You may have tided your yard and house, now it’s time for...
by Renée Silvus
Seventeen years of teaching high school made me a expert on this. The slide into exhaustion was part of the gig. However, being totally wiped out is not a badge of honor. If you feel resistance to that, this is for you. First, have a look at your beliefs. If you...
by Renée Silvus
Of all places, at WINCO. Kaniwa is a cousin of quinoa, same origination, similar nutrients, and same recipe uses. Kaniwa actually has more protein and loads more iron than quinoa. If you’re anemic or a vegetarian, this is for you. You cook it like any grain~...
by Renée Silvus
Prepare yourself first. Just KNOW there’s going to be decadent food. Drink plenty of water and avoid an empty stomach. Counterintuitive? Would you rather devour a platter of cookies? When you arrive, take a few moments to admire the spread. A lot of work goes...
by Renée Silvus
Fall is the time of drying and contraction, so we may choose and prepare food accordingly. We also want to aim for fresh and seasonal, which means pumpkin bisque! One guideline is to concentrate energy and flavor: baking, sautés, and liquid reductions. Emphasize...
by Renée Silvus
First, roast your pumpkin. Since they are hard to cut, you can roast your Orange Beauty whole until nice and soft. Set it in a pan with a little water. Or if you’re brave and watchful, you can set it right on the rack and give it a slow roast. It will take awhile,...
