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Category Archives: snacks
April 18, 2013
 At the beginning of the week, I submitted a first draft for the introduction of my cookbook. In it, I talk a little about my obsession and preoccupation with colors, and specifically, the colors of produce. Reading that gave my dad pause – he thinks that those words carry a negative connotation. He did, however,... Kristen - April 18, 2013 - 1:02 pm
I bet it feels great to hand in that first draft! Lovely photos as usual. I’m extremely excited to give this a go over the weekend. I may or may not attempt the recipe with almond flour (I’ll let you know how it goes). :) Nicole - April 18, 2013 - 1:06 pm
Your little cakes look divine! What a beautiful way to use rhubarb. Your conversation with your dad reminds me of one I had with my dad a few years ago. I was referring to someone we both know is very particular as anal and my dad threw a fit! He had never heard it used in that context before and he was appalled that I would call someone that. Sure, it’s not the nicest word and I’m sure somebody has used it a time or two describe me :) I now hesitate to use it fearing that someone will react the way my normally even-tempered dad reacted, ha. It’s funny how when we hear expressions out and about that they become more normal. Can’t wait to get my hands on your book! Kathryn - April 18, 2013 - 1:08 pm
Yes! The tartness of rhubarb demands to be celebrated as these little breakfast cakes do. And I definitely understand the obsession, I’m right there with you. Maggie at Eat Boutique - April 18, 2013 - 1:13 pm
My favorite vegetable! xox Brian - April 18, 2013 - 1:14 pm
So many wonderful things happening on your end. Really thrilled for you! Ashlae - April 18, 2013 - 1:23 pm
Lady, I’m pretty sure this is your year! So excited for your book. And these little cakes (which I cannot wait to veganize). PS – do I get to meet you in Vegas?!? ;) Pamela @ Brooklyn Farm Girl - April 18, 2013 - 1:31 pm
Voted – love your blog. :) Congrats on the cookbook, I can’t wait to see it! tara - April 18, 2013 - 1:37 pm
OH MY GOODNESS, yes please. I love the conversation with your Dad. I had such ones with my grandmother. And I like that you care about things intensely, too. Annie - April 18, 2013 - 1:45 pm
Congratulations on the nomination. I am also preoccupied with rhubarb. Even though it’s still snowing in Minnesota I can’t wait to get my hands on some. Sweet or savory, I’ve done both. I’m craving a rhubarb custard pie and now these cakes. Cheers! Katrina @ Warm Vanilla Sugar - April 18, 2013 - 3:03 pm
These are gorgeous! Awesome recipe! Megan Gordon - April 18, 2013 - 4:44 pm
YES to breakfast cakes! Man these look divine. Basically anything with rhubarb … I can relate to this post, too. I find myself telling people that I’m “passionate about grains!” and there is really, truly so much enthusiasm behind it but it comes off as uber-dorky regardless of pretty much any crowd you’re in :) Maybe I’ll start saying I’m obsessed with them … then it sounds a little more scientific, or something. Talk soooooon. Sarah - April 18, 2013 - 6:26 pm
Congratulations on submitting your first draft manuscript!!!! That is squeee-worthy. Very exciting, and any time I see the words breakfast + cake together, I am bang up for a sample. these look delicious! Grace - April 18, 2013 - 7:41 pm
These look just perfect! I’m definitely going to make them this weekend. I last minute decided not to go to Omnivore last night. Shucks, sounds like it was an inspiring talk. Again, huge congratulation on your cookbook and your nomination. Just submitted my votes. Best of luck to you!! EL - April 18, 2013 - 8:49 pm
Maybe it’s a generation thing. I think you might be about 20 years younger than me and I also think of obsession as maybe not negative, but certainly not how I would want to describe my interest in something. My dictionary defines obsession as: ” an idea or thought that continually preoccupies or intrudes on a person’s mind : he was in the grip of an obsession he was powerless to resist.” Preoccupation is better and I would say that passion or passionate is best. I think what I don’t like about obsession is the sense that you absolutely can’t control your thoughts. Are you really like that? As for rhubarb, I have never liked it too sweet. In fact, when my mother showed me how to make rhubarb pie, she always beat and egg and spread it over the top of the pie. She said that because of the calcium oxolate, the pie can have a funny taste (maybe you know what I mean — where your tongue kind of feels furry) and the egg counteracts that. In addition, it makes it into more of a custard which is wonderful and eliminates the need for a ton of sugar or for strawberries (which I really don’t like with rhubarb). Now that I’ve seen your cakes, I am thinking that I might try rhubarb popovers. . . Laura - April 18, 2013 - 9:00 pm
Ha! There was just an article in the NY Times about how popular/common the word “obsession” has become. thelittleloaf - April 18, 2013 - 11:56 pm
Deborah’s book is AMAZING. I bought it for my Mum’s birthday and had to get my own copy because there were so many recipes I wanted to make. Sophia - April 19, 2013 - 1:41 am
What beautiful little cakes! I love the idea of pairing rhubarb and almond – sounds like the perfumed almonds are the perfect antidote to the tart rhubarb. And this sentence: ” There’s so much to consider: who first figured out that this slender, rosy stalk, whose taste is bracingly tart, was edible?” – I hear you! I have lost count of the number of times that I have wondered how so many things we take for granted came about – eating ripe fruit I can get (at least the aroma must have tempted someone to try mangos, strawberries etc). But cheese? How did that come about. Or bread, who thought about grinding wheat etc kernels and mix them with water and bake the result? I am equally astounded and grateful for everyone who has been here before us and dipped their fingers (quite literally) in all the produce there is to try so that we now just have to head to the market to fill our bags with the bounty of spring and summer (although it does make you wonder what other delicious treasures are out there that we just haven’t identified yet!). Ashley - April 19, 2013 - 8:13 am
I laughed a the comment from you dad and can see my dad saying the same thing. :) I must admit I love that word and use it frequently when talking about food. Congrats on submitting the first draft introduction. Cannot wait to see it all come together! I only started cooking with rhubarb last year and absolutely adore it. These almond cakes will be happening. p.s. best of luck with the Saveur nomination…well earned! Dan from Platter Talk - April 19, 2013 - 11:06 am
Lovely post, as always. Looking forward to indulging in fresh rhubarb with this idea, once spring decides to get serious! Thanks for the great post. sara - April 19, 2013 - 1:52 pm
Fantastic! These little cakes look super tasty…I LOVE rhubarb! Viktoria - April 19, 2013 - 9:18 pm
I love this post. I love the writing and the message. And this: “… love things, and I love them intensely. They preoccupy me.” gave me pause as I forgot for a moment that the words were about someone other than me. They fit me to a tee! Ginger - April 19, 2013 - 10:49 pm
Yes! Springtime is here and my rhubarb is gearing up. What’s more, your gluten-free recipe is perfectly timed for my current cooking adventures. Can’t wait… Ai - April 21, 2013 - 2:11 pm
Yum!! I’ve never cooked rhubarb even though I LOVE rhubarb. These cakes look really tasty! Nik@ABrownTable - April 22, 2013 - 9:13 am
I love the second and last photographs! The rhubarb with almonds sounds and looks delicious! Kate - April 22, 2013 - 1:26 pm
I agree, rhubarb is at its best when it’s allowed to be tart. The first thing I do with rhubarb every spring is cook it down with just a little sugar or maple syrup and eat it for breakfast with plain yogurt. I’m going to have to make these. I make lots of rhubarb pies and crumbles but I’ve never thought to put rhubarb in a cake. Kathryne - April 22, 2013 - 6:34 pm
Your passion shines through in all that you do, Kimberley! I love it. I’m glad I’m not the only one who is obsessed with vegetables, too. These little cakes look like delicious spring treats. Bob Hasselbrink - April 23, 2013 - 1:55 pm
Aha, using me as a foil again! Love you! Dad Kasey - April 23, 2013 - 9:20 pm
Clearly, we were meant to be friends because my life is a series of obsessions. Congrats on the 1st rev! xoxo Hezra - April 25, 2013 - 12:13 pm
Just couldn’t resist bringing home a big stash of rhubarb yesterday. Fixing on making a compote that I can eat around the clock and the kids and hubby can spoon over their vanilla ice cream. This recipe looks very tempting! Will set aside some stalks and give it a try! Sadly no cute molds in the household (unless we are talking about the ones in the way back of the vegetable drawer…) Gourmet Creations - April 25, 2013 - 7:11 pm
Great! sarah - April 29, 2013 - 7:40 pm
I know exactly what you mean! I get so stuck on certain things. The last two weeks has been rhubarb and raspberries. Everything can be made with those ingredients! I can’t stop envisioning recipes with them. I love these little cakes! They are perfect. Ole @cookingbrains - April 30, 2013 - 10:39 am
It’s funny, I never thought about obsessions as something negative, especially when it comes to food :-D Sure it is distracting to have your head constantly filled with thoughts about this one dish and one dish only, but in contrast to most other obsessions it is ever so rewarding. Courtney - May 2, 2013 - 11:49 am
I COMPLETELY understand the obsession with color. It permeates every aspect of life, so why not love it and obsess over it? I so wish rhubarb was grown in my area so I could make these! I’m always sad this time of year because we never have any at the market. Perhaps I’ll just sub in some tart berries. J.S. @ Sun Diego Eats - May 3, 2013 - 1:49 pm
I think adding dried strawberries to this would be magical :)
February 5, 2013
 When I was nineteen, I launched my very first entrepreneurial enterprise: I started a very tiny chai-making operation. I made it in my mother’s kitchen, bottled it in gallon-size milk jugs, and delivered it in the basket of my old, avocado-green Schwinn bicycle to my single client: the coffee shop where I worked at the... by Kimberley show hide 39 comments thecitygourmand - February 5, 2013 - 4:40 pm
Gorgeous, reminds me of the chai I had in India from the chai wallahs. Great memories! Brian @ A Thought For Food - February 5, 2013 - 4:56 pm
What an amazing story. I had no idea that you did that. So cool! This chai is exactly what I need right now as I freeze my butt off. Jess - February 5, 2013 - 7:01 pm
I just made my first trip to India in April, and had a similarly magical experience riding the trains. India was so overwhelming and wonderful and different fromany place I’ve ever been – thank you for capturing it so beautifully. Sasha - February 6, 2013 - 12:55 am
You’ve reminded me of the big plans I had to fill my kitchen with chai. I was in India for four months and got back one year ago. I kept a journal with all of the foods that I wanted to recreate – starting of course with the basic, chai – but when I got home I fell back into my old cooking habits, including big pot of coffee and not big pots of chai. I look forward to making this recipe. Stephanie @ okie dokie artichokie - February 6, 2013 - 3:52 am
Chai, gosh I love it so. And I’ve been so meaning to make my own batch of it too– thanks for the reminder and inspiration! And a trip to India sounds amazing, holy cow. Natasha - February 6, 2013 - 4:00 am
I love that story! I’ve never thought about making chai at home but I imagine it’s amazing. Will definitely have to try. Beautiful photos too, by the way! Laura - February 6, 2013 - 4:38 am
Loved your stories! Everyone says the train is the best/worst/most wonderful/craziest thing in India. It is true that The Darjeeling Limited captures it as a bizarre microcosm on the move. And chai is so breathtaking in any context–love your specification of Assam tea. Definitely my favorite cuppa as of late. Pat Bagg - February 6, 2013 - 6:40 am
If anyone who reads this posting is now longing for real chai and you happen to live in the New England area, in the beautiful village of Salisbury Connecticut, there is a tea room called Chaiwalla. Mary Obrien brews very authentic chai and the most delicious food to accompany it. It is definitely a “worth the detour” rating. Brittany Grace - February 6, 2013 - 7:52 am
Gorgeous sentiments. I can picture the train with a glassless window, revealing to you so many beautiful snapshots of living in India, from fascinating to touching to raw and ugly. I look forward to recreating the magical taste of real chai with this recipe. Thank you. Jessie M - February 6, 2013 - 9:00 am
I remember my first cup of chai. It was at the only Indian restaurant in my small home town. It was amazing. Starbucks pales in comparison. Almost twenty years later, I don’t live there any more but the restaurant is still going strong and I still think their chai is the best! Ashley - February 6, 2013 - 11:27 am
I absolutely loved this post!! Such a great story and you painted it all so vividly. Lovely photos as always. Stacy - February 6, 2013 - 12:40 pm
Such good stories and memories, Kimberley. And I love the beautiful, slight chaos of the last photo — with those pretty, pretty spoons! (Also, you know, if you need a traveling buddy for a return trip to India, just give me a call…) Courtney - February 6, 2013 - 2:09 pm
Chai is one of my favorite beverages, so much so that I find myself sneaking chai spices into anything and everything. I’ll have to try this version soon. I used to dream about taking a trip to India, though as I’ve gotten older that dream seemed to all but disappear… until this post. Thanks! sara - February 6, 2013 - 3:13 pm
love hearing of your memories, so sweet. I have only made chai from scratch one time and it was so delightful. I need to try this recipe, perfect time of year for it. kickpleat - February 6, 2013 - 3:36 pm
Beautiful story and lovely memories. I haven’t made chai in ages so I think this is a nice reminder. I totally remember my first cup of chai – I thought it was like cake in a cup. Eileen - February 6, 2013 - 4:21 pm
A hot, fragrant chai would be pretty perfect right about now. This blend sounds wonderful! Sarah Rose - February 6, 2013 - 4:52 pm
Equal parts beauty and truth. I’m twenty, looking for that same sort of comfort in the world. Wishing those answers came as easily as a cup of Chai. Love. Manu - February 7, 2013 - 2:57 am
I really love your photographs!! Manu - February 7, 2013 - 2:58 am
i really love your photographs! Emilia - February 7, 2013 - 6:25 am
This looks awesome! Please look at our student project… The blog “Meal of the Year” mealoftheyear.tumblr.com for even more delish recipes!!! =) la domestique - February 7, 2013 - 8:08 am
I really enjoyed reading this post. I know there are places I visited years ago where the travel was tough and I needed time before feeling the urge to return. I’ve actually never tried chai, even though that’s what everyone drinks here in Boulder. Maybe I will now. Barbara - February 9, 2013 - 2:49 pm
That chai looks amazing, and perfect for snowy evenings. I love your photos too. Thanks for sharing! Lucid Food - February 10, 2013 - 2:54 pm
Hi Kimberley, this is absolutely sumptuous looking. I love your photos. I’m in San Francisco from now through may, let’s meet up for chai! -Louisa MikeVFMK - February 10, 2013 - 5:24 pm
I have loved chai since the very first time I tasted it. Hooked. I can’t wait to try making it myself thanks to you. Love that you sold it back in the day on your bike. Classic. sarah - February 10, 2013 - 8:27 pm
Beautiful story, and you are gutsy! At 21 I would have been too afraid to do something like that. I have made homemade chai over the years, but never a recipe that I’ve fallen in love with. I’m going to have to try this out this week! Allie @ The Nutritional Epiphany - February 11, 2013 - 10:52 pm
I love everything about this! The story, the photography, the fact that it is about chai. Just reading it makes me feel warm inside! I like that you had the entrepreneurial bug at a young age :) Nidhi - February 14, 2013 - 5:28 am
Hey! Wonderful post.. I’m from India myself.. And regularly make and drink tea.. Seeing the picture you have posted made me realise that the milk in this tea actually got curdled. This does not bring out the real flavour of the tea.. Rather spoils it. Abi - February 17, 2013 - 9:14 am
This is beautiful! I was in India in 2008 and still vividly remember the Chai sellers — everywhere! I’ve never been able to find a cup of tea similar to the ones in India. Spicy but sweet, bracing but loving too. Thanks for this recipe! I will be sure to try it tomorrow. Laura (Blogging Over Thyme) - February 17, 2013 - 6:25 pm
Wow! Pretty incredible story. Love how you started your own “business” at 19 :) I’ve always wanted to go to India, hopefully one day I can! Alison - February 19, 2013 - 1:04 am
This post was beautiful and brought me back 2.5 years ago to my own trip to India. I can clearly envision my scenic (and smelly!) train ride through Northern India listening to my chai wallah chanting “chai, chai!” all night long (who drinks chai in the middle of the night?!). This chai looks fabulous and I hope to recreate it and be transported back again to the beauty of India. Thank you! Laura - February 20, 2013 - 8:03 am
There’s nothing I love more than a good cup of chai–especially during these chilly winter months! Sally - March 1, 2013 - 5:48 pm
I’ve always wanted to go to India and I love that this chai has more of that spice that Indian chair does versus typical American chai, which tastes a lot sweeter to me. Great post! -Sally MK - March 4, 2013 - 1:57 am
This seems good, but as a chai and chai latte (called dood patti in pakistan) enthusiast I like to keep it simple. I don’t add much to my cup of chai but I cook it more than usual so that it gives a strong flavor. It also gives good color to it! The only thing I some times add to it is cinnamon. Stephanie - March 7, 2013 - 6:23 am
When I first discovered chai, I frowned upon it… I didn’t think it would be any good for this “coffee” drinker. But someone told me to try it over ice and make it a cold drink.. I was hooked. I can’t wait to try this recipe! First I will try it as indicated, then I will try it over ice. I bet it will be good both ways! Thanks! Brandon Elijah Scott - March 8, 2013 - 7:14 am
Great blog, loving this! :) Kahkasan Akhi - March 8, 2013 - 7:31 am
Love Chai, and love your teapots! Kiran @ KiranTarun.com - March 10, 2013 - 10:33 pm
Love chai! We keep it simple here by adding ginger, cardamom pods and cloves. So yummy~ Rachel - March 26, 2013 - 6:48 am
Thanks so much for the recipe. I love chai and used to buy it all the time in the US already prepared in boxes and all I had to do was heat it up and add milk. In Bangkok, though, it’s more difficult to find so I’ve been trying to make my own. Will try your recipe and let you know how awesome it is :) Gourmet Creations - April 14, 2013 - 5:31 pm
LOVE THIS!
September 26, 2012
 This year, for me, seems to be defined by my comfort zone and its boundaries. I’ve been hungrily collecting those quotes, you know the ones, things like If it doesn’t scare you, it’s not worth the effort. And whatnot. Well, last weekend I taught my very first class ever – on the basics of food... by Kimberley show hide 36 comments Erin - September 26, 2012 - 7:48 pm
I can’t say I’ve ever thought of putting pears and cocoa powder together before but these crisps look amazing. As for going after things you love-how awesome! I think sometimes it’s super scary to go after things that aren’t necessarily a “sure bet” but deep down feel like the right thing (currently experiencing that myself- what a ride!) la domestique - September 26, 2012 - 8:03 pm
The pears look so good, I can’t wait to give it a go (I’m putting together a post on chocolate pear tart for tonight- hey hey!) I feel you on the pushing out of your comfort zone thing. I was toying with the idea of teaching a food styling workshop and then one of my local readers sent me an email requesting it. Ok universe, I hear you. When I saw you did a workshop it was very encouraging. Here’s to growing and putting yourself out there! Stacy - September 26, 2012 - 8:40 pm
High five to you indeed!! Sounds like an excellent season. And these crisps, my goodness. I shall be picking up a few pears at the market this weekend! Ashlae - September 26, 2012 - 8:43 pm
High five for going after the things you love, indeed! And these cocoa pear crisps are just the excuse I needed to finally (!!!) purchase a mandoline. Kiran @ KiranTarun.com - September 26, 2012 - 10:05 pm
Good luck in your future endeavours! It already looks like an amazing journey :) And that crisps? Oh my! thecitygourmand - September 27, 2012 - 12:08 am
Wow, I love how the cocoa gives the crisps such a beautiful texture ;) Tine - September 27, 2012 - 12:27 am
Yum! Kathryn - September 27, 2012 - 1:34 am
I’m so glad you posted this recipe, I was so intrigued by the picture on instagram and they sound just as delicious as I expected and the pictures here are so striking. I’m so glad that you’ve had the chance to share your amazing photography talents with people; I know I learn so much every time I visit your site. Emma @ Poires au Chocolat - September 27, 2012 - 3:05 am
These look amazing – I can’t really imagine how pear crisps taste, but I can’t wait to find out. Especially as chocolate and pear is one of my favourite combinations! Also, looks like you did a wonderful job teaching – it’s such a rush to pass on what you know. Sasha - September 27, 2012 - 3:19 am
I just added pears to my grocery list so that I can make this. Like now. Or this afternoon. I love pears and I look forward to trying them in such an intriguing and unfamiliar form (baked! and with cocoa!). And a big high five for teaching a class and going after your passions! Dianne - September 27, 2012 - 3:41 am
What a wonderful item to use on a desert will add this to my must makes. Will try them tomorrow. Big thank you for the idea. thelittleloaf - September 27, 2012 - 5:29 am
What a wonderful idea. I love the combination of chocolate and pears and these look like a beautifully light version. Beautiful beautiful photos too. Ashley - September 27, 2012 - 6:41 am
I can completely relate about life being a string of exciting unknowns. I never thought that was the path for me. I always thought my role would be behind a desk doing architecture work until retirement. My how things have changed. It’s so great you decided to teach and share you amazing talents with others. I would have loved to attend! Oh yeah…the pears sound outstanding. Courtney - September 27, 2012 - 7:19 am
Congrats on teaching your first class! That’s an amazing accomplishment. This post couldn’t have come at a better time because I just inherited 29 lbs of pears and was trying to think of other ways to use them besides preserves and jams. Cocoa, ginger, and pears = yum! jamie smith - September 27, 2012 - 9:14 am
Kimberz, I’m so proud of you! I am thrilled that you have found work that you love and makes life juicy! How exciting, indeed. High five! Now, off to make some pear crisps! XO Jacqui - September 27, 2012 - 9:36 am
Congrats on your new venture! I’m sure you did an awesome job! And I was just thinking about making some pears crisps before I saw this; same wavelength. SG - September 27, 2012 - 10:10 am
High five lady! I was just looking at two pears in the kitchen and wondering if I should eat one. Looks like fate has stepped in – thank you! Nicole - September 27, 2012 - 11:02 am
Congrats on your first workshop and these pear crisps look great! I have also been looking at a lot of quotes like the one you mentioned, hello pinterest, and thinking constantly about taking the next steps. It’s nice to know someone like you feels the same way–thank you. Beth - September 27, 2012 - 11:07 am
Congratulations on teaching your first workshop. I’m quite familiar with the “holy crap, this is a scary thing I’m about to do feeling,” but I find it always precedes incredibly worthwhile endeavors. I’d never have thought to put together cocoa and pears, but these crisps look delicious. Thank you for sharing the recipe! kickpleat - September 27, 2012 - 12:52 pm
Yay, congrats on teaching and jumping into the abyss! Always good to test boundaries and shake things up. I’m actually not a pear-lover (I’m a staunch pear-hater, actually), but these look really good. Drying them out into crisps would get rid of their mealy texture that I don’t like. Nicely done. Lottie @ Lottie's World of Cakes - September 27, 2012 - 2:40 pm
Wow, these look and sound great! What a fantastic idea! Hannah - September 27, 2012 - 9:49 pm
Yay, big high five! I’ll bet you were amazing (where was the class? SF? Let us know!) I saw the crisps come up on Food 52 and wasn’t convinced but you have swayed me. And I surely have enough pears coming in right now off our tree to try something new! Cheers to being brave, and to the things that comfort us behind the scenes of bravery :) ileana - September 28, 2012 - 9:07 am
These are lovely. Congrats on teaching your first class! Kasey - September 28, 2012 - 12:49 pm
Good for you for breaking out of the comfort zones! I think that’s when the great stuff tends to happen. Also, these crisps sound out of this world delicious. Riley - September 29, 2012 - 8:03 am
This is such a creative dish! Beautiful photos as well. Cara - September 29, 2012 - 10:59 am
Love the sound of this! Such a wonderful fall snack and so simple too. sara - September 29, 2012 - 11:43 pm
I’m so proud of you!!! The class looks like it went fabulously. You have so much to offer, wish I could have been there. You are a beautiful example of living on the edge. Go forth, lady. Oh, and the pears, amazing. Jocelyn Pascall - October 1, 2012 - 2:56 pm
These look incredible. I am totally pinning this for future consumption. Beautiful photos and nice work on the class! Usually it’s the things that scare us the most that are the most well-worth it. kale - October 1, 2012 - 5:20 pm
so pretty!! well done. :) Kathryne - October 1, 2012 - 6:38 pm
Hi five to that! Good for you, Kimberley. I’m sure I could have learned a lot from your class. I used to live near a health food store that sold dehydrated pears. Addictive! These look like cocoa-dusted homemade versions. shelley - October 2, 2012 - 6:43 pm
Hmmm. Pear crisps. That’s a new one on me, so guess what? People learned stuff. AGAIN! sarah - October 3, 2012 - 12:41 pm
Yeah, for you! Really, I love hearing of people over coming their reservations and fear, to do something they love. It’s so encouraging. And, oh! pears and cocoa! These are amazing. {I might replace the ginger with cardamom when I make them, ha. :) } MikeVFMK - October 3, 2012 - 3:16 pm
Yay for you. Breaking free from comfort is hard but rewards you. And I’m sure your students loved the time spent with you learning. Beautiful crisps, seems like the perfect response to what fall has to offer. Kelsey - October 4, 2012 - 10:27 am
I have a sticky note on the bathroom mirror that says “if you’re dreams don’t scare you, they’re not big enough.” Yay for big dreams, lady. Inspired. Rihanna’s Diamonds + Late Tuesday Links « Fashion in the Urban Jungle - October 9, 2012 - 5:38 pm
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September 12, 2012
 I have been thinking a lot about this sentence: You spend the first half of your life running away from home and the second half trying to get back to home. I’ve been thinking about it because of my propensity to run away from home every summer. But I have a slightly different take on... by Kimberley show hide 31 comments Erin - September 12, 2012 - 11:55 am
I tend to think big and a lot of that thinking has me running away from home but at the same time, I look forward to the day when I’m more stable and have a home to run to. Gorgeous photos and what a gorgeous place to run to during the summer! Kasey - September 12, 2012 - 11:58 am
Welcome home! I sometimes get confused when I travel because I end up missing stuff from home, even though I love traveling so much! I think it’s refreshing to return from a trip and feel like you’ve missed something. Those zucchini bread bites look awesome. melissa - September 12, 2012 - 12:38 pm
There’s something so peaceful about the mountains and nature, it soothes the soul. Lovely photos and recipe looks delis — making these tonight for sure! Brian @ A Thought For Food - September 12, 2012 - 12:41 pm
What a lovely reflection on home… I love traveling and being away from home and people. It definitely builds that connection to it. Jess - September 12, 2012 - 1:38 pm
i just returned from GNP myself and can already feel it pulling me back. what a lovely tradition to return annually. your beautiful pictures and words transported me back for a moment! alison - September 12, 2012 - 1:55 pm
This is such a beautiful way of looking at traveling and returning home again. I always look forward to our travels each summer, because I just know there is inspiration waiting beyond our city limits. The zucchini bites look wonderful, perfect for this time of year. So ready for fall baking to begin again! la domestique - September 12, 2012 - 1:56 pm
You are totally freaking my out with your wisdom here, because I have been terribly homesick for Arkansas, where I grew up. I’ve been thinking about how I seem to miss a lot of the things that I complained about (even the swampy heat and humidity!). I like your take on the saying, though. This time I’ve spent as an adult away from home has brought the important things into focus. By the way, the scenery in your photos is absolutely stunning. michelle - September 12, 2012 - 2:37 pm
looks good, not sure of some of the ingredients. can regular sugar be used?and cocoa powder Katherine Sacks - September 12, 2012 - 4:40 pm
Your trip looks and sounds amazing – what an incredible tradition! I think of home as wherever is special to you, and this place certainly is! And this recipe feels like home as well, bravo! sara - September 12, 2012 - 7:16 pm
i love your thoughts and the reasons why you leave..to go and refresh. you inspire me to do the same. to get away from everything that pulls on you. thanks for sharing these, your look gorgeous as expected. a pleasure to see you last weekend. so glad to know you, sweet girl. Megan Gordon - September 12, 2012 - 7:17 pm
Beautiful, beautiful photos, Kimberly! And gosh, these were going to be second up on my Sprouted Kitchen quest and you’ve just confirmed that needs to be so. Would be fun to make them with carrots! Hope all is well and you’re settling back in. xx from Seattle, mg Katrina @ Warm Vanilla Sugar - September 12, 2012 - 7:41 pm
I would certainly run to Glacier if I lived nearby too! What a beautiful place! Hannah - September 12, 2012 - 9:09 pm
Beautiful photos! What a place, and what thoughtful reflections on your going and your return. Muffins look warm and tasty and perfect for the seasonal transition! I wouldn’t have gravitated to them but now they are one more from the book I’ll be sure to try … thanks :) Stacy - September 12, 2012 - 10:04 pm
Really lovely, Kimberley. I think you’re entirely right — that going away reminds us of why we love home. Having just moved from an old home to a new one, I’m not entirely sure what that means for me right now, but surely it has something to do with gratitude. And: I have been eying this recipe myself! Happy to know it’s a delicious one. Welcome home!! xo Sasha - September 13, 2012 - 2:02 am
I am just towards the end of Cheryl Strayed’s ‘Wild’ and your pictures and words have convinced me that I need to get far out of the city and feel just how big mountains and trees can be. That and I need to make these zucchini bread bites. I, too, associate zucchini bread with my childhood and more so than banana bread or cookies or any other homemade treat. And I love that with just a recipe we can go back to that feeling of home. NicoleD - September 13, 2012 - 9:45 am
This is so lovely, Kimberley. I think your escape to Montana every summer is a brilliant idea. Just seeing your photos, I feel so small. You’re a busy woman and your trip sounds like a wonderful way to find balance. Zucchini bread bites! Tiny bits of comfort, I’m sure. kickpleat - September 13, 2012 - 10:19 am
Kimberley, your photos are stunning. Could I please live in the first one? So idyllic and serene. As for running away, I always ran away from home and now that I’ve made a new home on my own terms, I agree that trips bring back a new perspective to home and how life is lived. This is a lovely post, zucchini bread bites included. phi - September 13, 2012 - 10:56 am
There’s an akron/family song for each lovely and sad moment of my life… Your photos are just simply amazing! Kimberley - September 13, 2012 - 11:10 am
Hi Michelle! To answer your question: I am a big fan of improvising and can only imagine that regular sugar would be fine. Though dark brown sugar might be better for its richer flavor. As for the cocoa powder, Sara explained in the book that non-alkalized cocoa powder reacts with baking soda to help baked goods rise – a good thing when using non-gluten flour. So I think that’s the reason for that choice. Hope that helps! Laura {gourmettenyc} - September 13, 2012 - 12:12 pm
What gorgeous photos, Kimberley! Your getaway looks idyllic. I too just got The Sprouted Kitchen cookbook and cannot wait to cook from it. Carla - September 13, 2012 - 12:30 pm
Hi! I love your blog and all the photos. Kristopher - Raleigh Weddings - September 13, 2012 - 12:50 pm
Yum, Yum, thank you. My son refuses to eat veggies, I can’t wait to give him one of these. nicole - September 13, 2012 - 4:01 pm
Yes. So exactly how I feel whenever I return from a backpacking trip – being out there is so good, but home is, too, just in a different way. These look delectable. charlotte au chocolat - September 14, 2012 - 1:39 am
I’m between homes right now, between continents. So interesting to notice the different things that pull us in one direction or the other. I’m reflecting on all of this in the tiniest village in the South of France, where I’m surrounded by nature. I love what you said about “be[ing] reminded of how unbelievably huge wilderness can be, and how lucky I am to witness it, and walk in it, and be a part of it.” Your images of Glacier are gorgeous. Kathryn - September 15, 2012 - 3:30 pm
One of the things that I’ve realised about growing up is that you gain a new appreciation for the things that make you feel at home (and that those things don’t actually have to be your home). Love Sara’s book and this recipe has been calling my name for a while now. Riley - September 16, 2012 - 6:45 pm
These zucchini bites look so yummy! Sally - September 18, 2012 - 1:15 pm
Do you think I could substitute rolled oats for quinoa flakes? I live in a teeny remote Alaska town with no quinoa flakes within a thousand miles. Kimberley - September 19, 2012 - 2:54 pm
@Sally! That’s a great question. Rolled oats are larger than quinoa flakes, so it won’t be the same, but I think it’s worth a try! Fingers crossed for great results! Ashley - September 24, 2012 - 7:37 am
Wow. Absolutely stunning photos and love the bite sized recipe! I always leave your blog feeling inspired in both food + photography! Michael - October 2, 2012 - 1:17 pm
Perspective is a very powerful thing. Like relieving a strained muscle that has been flexed for what may seem like hours, returning home can feel so refreshing and relaxing. Montana has a power like few other places and Glacier reigns supreme over all of its beauty. It has rightfully earned the name “The Crown of the Continent”. John Steinbeck said it best: “I’m in love with Montana. For other states I have admiration, respect, recognition, even some affection. But with Montana it is love. And it’s difficult to analyze love when you’re in it.” Great work Kimberly. more than ready | Delightful Crumb - September 13, 2012 - 11:59 pm
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I’ve always been a bit intimidated by rock climbing too. But you’re making it sound like I really should try! Lovely sandwich too! sarah - June 27, 2012 - 7:56 pm
I have such a hard time leaving my comfort zones. Good for you for stepping out – it’s not easy to do. And this sandwich looks so comforting – I usually turn to grilled cheese, too. :) Stephanie - June 27, 2012 - 8:21 pm
That vista is truly amazing! Stacy - June 27, 2012 - 8:49 pm
You point out something so wonderful here — life can be quite grand in AND out of our comfort zones. I think that having both is, in fact, key; each makes the other better. And good for you for climbing! Looks like you were doing it in the midst of splendor, too. la domestique - June 27, 2012 - 8:50 pm
Way to go trying something new! Rock climbing does look hard and unfun, but maybe someday I’ll try it. :) On the other hand, the grilled cheese looks fab and I will gladly give it a go soon. Happy summer! Amy - June 28, 2012 - 4:21 am
I am jealous of your rock climbing adventure! I love climbing (although I am at an extreme beginner level) and I can’t wait for the next time I get to go. Allison - June 28, 2012 - 5:26 am
I’ve always wanted to give rock climbing a try, but I am a little afraid about how my body will react to the heights and adrenaline. But I also find, like you, that usually when I step out of my comfort zone, I actually enjoy the experience. Melanie - June 28, 2012 - 6:14 am
That is so true what you say about your body not believing your safe, even though you know you’re harnessed in. I’ve only tried rock climbing once–at an indoor wall–but it was surprisingly fun and exhilarating. I might have to give it another try. Melanie - June 28, 2012 - 6:14 am
ooops “you’re safe” not “your” I hate that:) SG - June 28, 2012 - 7:47 am
R E P E L L I N G ! that is all i remember of my 9th grade rock climbing trip. I wish we had that grilled cheese to eat after. Erin - June 28, 2012 - 8:24 am
I’m finding more and more that stepping out of my comfort zone leads to feeling happier and finding new loves I would have never found before (rock climbing is on that list-that location looks gorgeous!) NicoleD - June 28, 2012 - 12:24 pm
Oh, wow, good for you! I could maybe do it knowing that beautiful grilled cheese was waiting for me. Riley - June 28, 2012 - 1:24 pm
Wow that looks scary! I’ll take the sandwich while everyone else climbs! Brian @ A Thought For Food - June 28, 2012 - 5:07 pm
I have a fear of heights… but I have had moments where I have gone hiking and, at some point, get so scared, that the fear then turns into euphoria and I feel that high that everyone talks about. Still can’t get me to go rock climbing… Just saying that I understand the feeling and am thrilled that you got to experience this. Lynda - June 28, 2012 - 5:24 pm
You go, girl. I’ll stick with that mighty pretty grilled cheese. Renee - June 28, 2012 - 8:08 pm
I’m not at all vertically inclined (fear of heights and all that) but you make it look very cool. Way to go! Grilled cheese is more my style, and this one looks awesome. I like the sounds of your new series :) Hannah - June 28, 2012 - 8:19 pm
love the shots of the rocks and the river – and love the way you contrasted the rugged and stark images with the bright cheery tomatoes and grilled cheese. Definitely reinforces the comfort versus challenge :) Also love the idea of grilled sandwiches on the road – we tend towards cold sandwiches, but this proves that it doesn’t take much more to make them warm. Thanks for the vicarious adventure ~ Kristen - June 28, 2012 - 8:30 pm
Kimberly, I follow you here and on Etsy. So exciting to see you were in my neck of the woods! I grew up in Bend, isn’t Smith Rocks amazing?! Beautiful. Kathryn - June 29, 2012 - 2:20 pm
I think I need to step out of my comfort zone more, this is such an inspirational post. Katie - July 2, 2012 - 11:36 pm
Those are beautiful pictures! Good for you for challenging yourself to give it a try. The grilled cheese looks amazing as well. I love the idea of using cherry tomatoes. Plus arugula and smoked gouda? Yum! Elisabeth Ryan - July 12, 2012 - 1:58 pm
Smith rocks is so awesome! I’ve been there camping several times, but I’ve never climbed. Catherine - April 22, 2013 - 8:49 am
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