What It’s All About!

Well, you do the hokey pokey… but not really. This blog is not so much about that, but rather, about food. Good food. Good food for good people, for regular joes like you and me. That’s what I am about and what this blog is about.

The other day in my sociology class, we watched a clip of a documentary called People Like You and Me, and it started with the idea that essentially, those with lower incomes are forced to eat less healthy. 5 to 1 is the stat on white bread loaves consumed to wheat bread loaves, and the higher a person’s income, the less white bread they purchase and consume. Seems to make sense, being that white bread is so cheap, but it also lacks a lot of nutrients. Don’t get me wrong, I love me some Wonder Bread, but it is unfortunate that obesity strikes those that seem to be able to afford the care and prevention methods the least. Some of these people may never get to try a ciabatta roll sandwich with goat cheese and field greens dressed in a light vinaigrette. It shouldn’t be like that- I think everyone, in this fairly prosperous country, should be able to enjoy good food- at the very least.

I don’t cook everything in the healthiest of manners, but I do try to use natural and organic products when I can. However, I certainly understand that they are not all readily available or affordable. There was a time when my family couldn’t afford anything beyond ramen noodles or oatmeal canisters, some bread and butter. So even in those instances, I am hoping to show folks how to dress up some of those ingredients and to think more resourcefully in the kitchen. My hope is that the folks reading this will see food as I see food- something that brings people together in conversation, something that nurtures a person’s body and senses… something that can give a sense of accomplishment and be admired. Food should be enjoyed and savored whenever possible, and should be a treat for yourself and anyone else partaking.

So welcome- And I do hope that you enjoy any shared recipes, and feel inspired to begin making some of your own meals and getting adventurous in the kitchen. Because this is good food for the common person!