Welcome to my Blog

So, here I am entering the world of Blogging. I have read my share, but this is my first endeavor into actually putting my spin on one of my favorite things in life - FOOD! Personally I LOVE food and over the years have become more adventurous in what I try - even the stuff that scares me! As my Blog title will tell you - I am in the great Commonwealth of Virginia. Most of my life has been spent here, but my gastronomic influences are world-wide.

Food is flexible - whether fruit, vegetable, meat or grain it can be crafted into anything from a martini to a dessert to a main entree, its all up to your imagination and willingness to think outside standard fare. I found that foie gras (YES I EAT GOOSE LIVER) is as decadent as chocolate, Sweetbreads have nothing to do with flour and sugar and Blood pudding, well it is what it is!

What you will find in this blog:
This year is our first time having a share in a local organic farm's CSA (Community Supported Agriculture) and will be sharing the bounty we pick up in the form of a weekly market basket review and share some of the creative dishes we pull together at home.

Restaurant reviews - as a reformed Yelp.com addict I feel my views and opinions are better served to an audience who will hopefully enjoy and find value in my experiences dining out.

Interactive conversation - I welcome posts that lead me to a new perspective on food. Recipe share is certainly high on my list - ranging from dusting off old family recipes to anything new and challenging in my kitchen.

Fun - why not?

I look forward to this new venture and creative outlet and hope you do too!

Cheers,
Cheryl