Delicious Living Nutrition

08/12/2025

Cooking for the Provincetown Art Society at the historic Mary Heaton Vorse House was an absolute joy — especially for a women’s gathering, celebrating Gulf, the new book by Moira Linehan. The evening was filled with conversation, creativity, and flavors inspired by our local farms, waters, and wild places.

The menu was a love letter to our region:

Uli’s Mushroom Pâté Endive Canoes — garnished with crispy mushrooms and fresh chives

Roasted Beet, Lavender & Herbed Goat Cheese on Purple Cabbage — adorned with beach rose and lavender blossoms

Scallop Ceviche with Rhubarb & Fennel Shooters — finished with Fond Marin Chardonnay, panela, Maldon salt, and sweet rhubarb confit

Farmers Market Carrot, ginger & turmeric Handmade Dumpling —topped with marinated cucumber, miso mousse, candied jalapeño, and red jalapeño relish

Every bite told a story — of the sea, the soil, the blossoms, and the hands that nurture them. It was an honor to create in such a beautiful space, surrounded by strong women and the enduring spirit of art, words, and community.

I had my BF in the kitchen with me

Farms: Uli’s Mushrooms

Thank you

08/07/2025

For the past 15 years, I’ve had the joy and honor of visiting Heatherwood at Kingsway Independent Living once a month as their registered dietitian. Each visit brings the opportunity to connect with the vibrant community of residents through meaningful conversations around health, nutrition, and food.
Every month, I introduce a new topic—ranging from bone health and digestion to mindful eating and sustainable food choices—tailored to support the well-being and curiosity of the residents. These sessions have become a cherished rhythm in my work, filled with shared stories, thoughtful questions, and inspiring discussions.

One of the highlights each year is our seasonal luncheons, where I collaborate with the kitchen to showcase local, in-season ingredients. These meals not only bring fresh flavors to the table but often inspire updates to the menu that ripple through the rest of the year—bringing more variety, color, and nutrition to everyday meals.

This long-standing relationship with Heatherwood has been a true gift.

08/04/2025

Just wrapped up an unforgettable weekend at Silver Lake, NH, at the beloved Braga Lake House. Time slowed down in the best way, fishing poles in hand, swimming off the dock, pontoon cruising to the deep swimming hole, and banana boat rides.

We grilled, played bocce ball, and ended the nights with outdoor movies under the stars, The Goonies on the big screen was a perfect throwback.

What made it truly special was being with my longtime friends, sharing stories from way back when, watching everyone’s kids grow up before our eyes. Grateful for the memories, the laughter, and this chosen family by the lake.

Until next summer, Silver Lake.

07/30/2025

Camping in Vermont with my sister-friend and her beautiful family filled my heart right up. We pitched our tents beneath the trees, where the kids became woodland fairies by day and fire gazers by night. There was cooking, the fire, canoeing across still waters through lots of obstacles, barefoot foraging adventures, and a magical visit to Bread & Puppet that left us all wide-eyed and inspired. The days were long in the best way, full of laughter, shared meals, forest magic, and the kind of connection that only grows deeper in the wild. Grateful for the love, the land, and the sweet rhythm of togetherness.

07/24/2025

Cooking with Compassion: A Night of Community, Local Flavor & Connection

These past two, I had the deep honor of leading the kitchen for Cooking with Compassion, a benefit dinner held at Truro Vineyards in support of the Homeless Prevention Council (HPC). HPC provides essential support and stability for individuals and families on the Outer Cape through housing advocacy, resource connection, and compassionate, community-centered care. This evening was one small way to give back to the incredible work they do every day.

The dinner was rooted in a mission: to highlight the benefits of eating local, and to create an open, inviting space for people to try new foods, flavors, and textures, many of which were grown, foraged, or crafted right here on Cape Cod. The event was generously sponsored by local farms and businesses, and I spent two full days preparing alongside a group of soulful volunteers. It was truly an honor to lead the kitchen, vibing, laughing, chopping, tasting, adjusting, and cooking intuitively with community.

Here’s what we shared:

Farmed & Foraged Board
– Sips:
Maple Beet & Chive with yogurt & caramel gooseberries
Corn & Red Jalapeño preserve
Curry Cranberry & Tomato

– Crudité:
Cucumber, kohlrabi, endive, carrots, snap peas, radishes
Stoneledge Gardens Jams, local cheeses, sourdough & crackers
Foraged beach rose butter & candied jalapeños

Dips:
Scallop ceviche with rhubarb, fennel & herbs
Smoked bluefish, lavender & garlic scape goat cheese
Uli’s mushroom, nut & tofu whip

Community-Style Platters:
Pleasant Lake Farm meatballs over shredded roots
Balsamic roasted tomatoes with basil tofu ricotta
Monkfish, skate wing & striped bass with fresh herbs
Roasted spring & red onion with poached beets
Beet greens & polenta squares

Dessert:
Sunny’s blueberry rhubarb cobbler bars with Lewis Brothers Ice Cream

This meal was a celebration of food and the power of nourishing one another. Thank you to everyone who came, contributed, supported, and believed in this experience. And a heartfelt thank you to Team HPC.

07/22/2025

Cooking with my friend Jake, an incredible chef and generous teacher, has been one of the most nourishing parts of the past two years. Whether observing, lending a hand, or simply being present, every shared moment in the kitchen has offered me new insights and tiny tricks for working with ingredients. Jake’s intuitive flow, respect for food, and ease in the creative process continue to inspire me.

This time, he came aboard Mer Le Fay, my floating home, and we made halibut with coconut rice, jalapeño and tomatoes. Simple, vibrant, and filled with gratitude, for the food, the friendship, and the joy of learning side by side in life.

07/15/2025

Linda came aboard Mer Le Fay to help break in my brand new pantry and tiny houseboat kitchen, complete with a single burner, a trusty cutting board, a sink, and a cooler.

We whipped up a simple, nourishing dinner: tuna salad, kelp noodles tossed with olives, and fresh spinach. It felt so good to prepare a meal together in this cozy floating space, using what we had on hand and sharing stories.

After a wild rainbow arced across the sky, the sunset turned into a soft watercolor painting.

Feeling so grateful to cook with Linda before we head into our Mountain Medicine weekend this fall.

07/10/2025

07/08/2025

The Voyage of Mer Le Fay

Mer Le Fay — the sea fairy, the enchantress — has officially begun her journey. Named in honor of my last beloved houseboat, Merlin’s Roost, she feels like Merlin’s sister, carrying forward the magic, mystery, and wild heart of living on the water.

Her adventure began in Mystic, CT, where she was carefully prepared for the sea. From there, she made her way to Cape Cod, landing at Northside Marina in Dennis. There, she received fresh bottom paint, a custom table and bed extension beautifully crafted by Nate McKean, and an engine tune-up thanks to Zack’s skilled hands.

I couldn’t have done it without the steadfast support of Taylor, my brother, Zack and Al.

On July 2, with my brother Derrick at the helm, we finally took off for Provincetown. We guided her to her new mooring, where she now rests, swaying with the tides and welcoming in a new chapter of life on the water.

Here’s to new voyages, salty air, and all the stories yet to come.

07/01/2025

There’s something magical about vacationing with the people who’ve become your chosen family.

Hana Rose was the first baby in my world — the daughter of my first friend to become a mother. I was all in from the start, showing up to be part of her life in every way I could. Over the years, that love naturally expanded to her little sister, Elsie. Watching them grow, sharing their milestones, and weaving our lives together has been one of my deepest joys.

This vacation was a beautiful extension of that bond. When your two close friends marry each other and invite you into their life, and you get to share slow mornings, late-night talks, and everything in between — there’s truly nothing better.

We took morning walks along Duxbury beach, foraged Mermaid Tresses seaweed, cooked dinners together, and lived simply and fully at the bird house, completely off the grid. We danced in the kitchen, played games, watched birds, and created space for laughter, reflections, and quiet moments of connection.

Here’s to chosen family, deep bonds, and beachside magic.