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Mother’s Day Gifts for the Mama Bear in Your Life
May 06 2017A round-up of Mothers’ Day gift ideas for the Mama Bear in your life! Read it HERE.
The Flavor of Fall
Oct 08 2015In this month’s Gold Book, Leslie chases a classic fall treat: a pumpkin spice latte. Moline’s Milltown Coffee’s offers a great rendition. Read about Milltown here!
Four Feet Treats
Oct 03 2015Since Leslie’s family got a poodle, a whole new world has opened up! Read about Four Feet Treats, a local business featuring healthy dog treats and handmade collars in August’s Gold Book.
7 Reasons to Hit the Food Hub
Jul 29 2015If you’re local, you’ll want to check out the QC Food Hub this summer! Here’s why…
Bourbon Flights at Barley & Rye
May 15 2015Click HERE to read about Leslie’s afternoon of bourbon flights at Barley & Rye, a farm-to-table eatery in the Quad Cities.
Menu Makeover
May 15 2015Read Leslie’s account of adjusting her cooking for her egg, dairy, and soy intolerant daughter HERE. (Also, have you ever seen a cuter model?)
Nho’s Cafe: A tiny treasure
Feb 12 2015My new favorite restaurant. Read about this fun and funky dining destination in this month’s GOLD BOOK.
Barley & Rye
Nov 19 2014Read about how this great new restaurant stays true to the farm-to-table movement. Click here to enjoy the story of Barley & Rye.
Back to school at Dewey’s
Sep 10 2014The kids are back in school and I’ve found myself in the mood for books and, if I’m honest, a bit of quiet. I found both—plus a delicious lunch—at the library! Check out Dewey’s Cafe by clicking this link. It’s a delightful back-to-school spot!
Portobello, Please!
Aug 12 2014In this month’s Radish Magazine, I write about the versatility of portobello mushrooms. Enjoy!
Davenport finds its sweet spot
Aug 12 2014Read about a fabulous new bakery in the heart of downtown by clicking HERE or opening your copy of The Gold Book.
Great River Brewery
Jul 09 2014The Quad Cities is home to many microbreweries. Read about my favorite in the June issue of The Gold Book by clicking HERE.
No Shortage of Sweetness!
Jul 09 2014Click HERE for your summertime guide to local ice cream sources!
The Moscow Mule
May 16 2014Read about the classic cocktail served in a copper cup in this month’s Gold Book. Click HERE for the full article.
DIY Sugar Scrubs
May 16 2014Read the May issue of Radish Magazine to learn how to make sugar scrubs. They’re a great alternative to micro bead exfoliants and a great Mother’s Day gift! Click HERE to read the full article.
How We Roll
Apr 03 2014This month, I tried to make my own roll of “un-paper” towels. Was this adventure in sustainability worth it? Find out in this month’s Radish Magazine.
March is for Mustard!
Mar 23 2014Who knew that making your own mustard would be so easy and satisfying?
Read how in the latest Radish Magazine by clicking HERE.
Turning Leaf Spa
Feb 19 2014Leslie and her husband experienced the Signature Package at the Turning Leaf Massage and Day Spa. The evening includes a couples massage and dinner catered by Johnny’s Italian Steakhouse. She writes about the incredible experience HERE. (Someone had to do it!)
Cooking Up A Storm
Dec 03 2013Read about Sister Kathleen Storms, a retreat director, healthy food advocate, and cookbook author in November’s Radish. Click HERE to learn about this fascinating woman as well as some new tips for cooking wholesome foods for a crowd.
Afternoon Oatmeal
Oct 16 2013Feeling snackish? Learn two new ways to enjoy an autumn treat. Click here to enjoy Leslie’s most recent article in Radish Magazine!
Storage Savvy
Sep 05 2013Click here to read about Leslie’s adventure in finding a sustainable kitchen alternative to plastic wrap.
Carefully Carbonated
Aug 01 2013This month, Leslie tastes and enjoys the hand-crafted soda offered at Fresh Deli. Read about it here!
Friends and Vendors
Jul 06 2013Click here to read more about the history of our local farmers’ market through the story of a lovely local couple.
“Kombucha: The New Home Brew”
Mar 02 2013Read about Leslie’s new favorite: Kombucha tea! You can find information about the age-old elixir in this month’s Radish Magazine. Click here to read!
Photo by Paul Colletti for Radish Magazine.
“Beyond the Banquet”
Dec 18 2012Click here to read “Beyond the banquet: With the right frame of mind, every meal can be a feast”
Radish Magazine, December 2012
“The Right Brew for You”
Oct 17 2012Leslie’s writes about her favorite morning beverage in the “Right brew for you: Sorting through coffee labels and growing practices,” Radish Magazine, October 2012.
“The Art of Baking,” The Gold Standard
Oct 01 2012The Art of Baking: The Sweet Appeal of the East Side Bakery, The Gold Book, November 2012
Read the article here!
“Food Frights”
Sep 01 2012Food Frights: Have a picky eater? So were our food writers, Radish Magazine, September 2012
“Cafe D’Marie,” The Gold Standard
Aug 18 2012Dine and Unwind at D’Marie, The Gold Book, August 2012
Click here to read about this quaint Quad-City cafe!
“La Lou Crepes,” The Gold Standard
Jun 18 2012“La Lou Crepes: A Culinary Adventure Close to Home,” The Gold Book, June 2012
“Before you reach for sugar, consider rhubarb’s savory side”
Jun 01 2012
Beyond the crisp: Before you reach for sugar, consider rhubarb’s savory side, Radish Magazine, June 2012
“What’s in a name?”
May 01 2012What’s in a name? Farmers’ market vendors flex some creative muscle, Radish Magazine, May 2012
“Hit the bins!”
Apr 01 2012
Hit the bins! Unsure what to do with bulk ingredients? Here’s help, Radish Magazine, March 2012