Kitchen Table Remedies

09/24/2025

GLP-1 Benefits without drugs? New Class October 29th

GLP-1 Benefits Without Drugs? Re-set Your Metabolism Naturally... New class: 10/29, 11/5, 11/12 from 6:30-8:30 PM

04/22/2025

Excited for my detox cooking class this coming Saturday - a few spots just opened up if you are interested, check it out and register here:

02/04/2025

Detox and whole body re-set---the right way!

Detox and whole body re-set -- done right! Three class series starts 2/26 at Castro Valley Adult School

01/26/2024

Here's info on my upcoming class - developed in response to popular demand :-)

Reboot Your System By Reducing Chronic Inflammation! Save the date for my upcoming three class series -- 3/13, 3/20 and 3/27. Since we now understand that inflammation is a major root cause for most chronic health problems we can feel better across ALL our body systems when we counter inflammation d...

01/15/2024

Happy New Year!
Is learning about herbs on your wish list for 2024?
We've got classes for you starting in March.
www.cshs.com

09/17/2023

New fall classes at Castro Valley Adult and Career Education!
Beating the Blood Sugar Blues, (3 session classroom class) AND Hands-on Cooking class (1 Saturday session).

One of the health concerns that seems to be showing up frequently among my clients, friends and relatives is how to improve blood sugar balance. People who have never had any issues have turned up some surprise and unwelcome lab results. So I am bringing a whole armload of information, strategies, recipes and support to help you maximize this crucial aspect of your metabolic health.

Info and Register here:

05/13/2023

perfect way to beautify your spring salads and boost your intake of wild foods (written by one of my favorite herbalists :-)
https://www.motherearthnews.com/organic-gardening/herbs/spicy-edible-flowers-list-zm0z23amzawar/?fbclid=IwAR2R8SLYQX6yGARpHcljYGJ0tP13SNdzpvo2SWgrA0IZnkzsQPHbUQ7PZr4

Check out this list of edible wild flowers to find your next favorite garnish. Many of the blooms on this edible flowers list can also be found in your garden.

05/06/2023

Just another great reminder to source your produce from farmer's markets and local CSA's - lower carbon footprint, more flavorful vegetables and the highest nutrient density. Nice study that actually measured the nutrient content of foods grown on different farms - regenerative organic farming really won out!

Mounting evidence shows that many of today’s whole foods aren't as packed with vitamins and nutrients as they were 70 years ago, potentially putting people's...

07/22/2022

I've been doing a lot of reading and studying (and practicing!) on brain health this past year. I'm excited to share some new insights in my upcoming Castro Valley Adult School Class "Better Brain Health With Whole Food Nutrition". Feel free to reach out with questions, and hope to see some old and new students in class :-)

07/09/2022

Internship opportunity with local sustainable food nonprofit
https://cuesa.org/foodwise-teens-internship?fbclid=IwAR2R7NGOjAu_IIB8Y5bkmIAVAVeDgpYPNJd0f_OtffwwRZBsC3XktyqFAHo

fwt_academy_garden_plusm.jpg Foodwise is a nonprofit organization dedicated to growing thriving communities through the power and joy of local food. Our vision is to inspire a world that nourishes all people, local economies, and the living earth.

07/06/2022

Just in case anybody is interested in taking over a successful GF baking company, Grindstone Bakery is selling their business. Seems like they have a LOT in place that could be built upon. Business sale details here:
https://www.bizbuysell.com/Business-Opportunity/unique-gluten-free-and-wheat-free-certified-organic-sf-bay-area/1992702/?d=L2NhbGlmb3JuaWEvYmFrZXJpZXMtZm9yLXNhbGUvP3E9YkhROU16QXNOREFzT0RBJTNE

Rohnert Park, CA:Established in 1999, Grindstone Bakery has been blessed with an expanding local and very loyal customer base, primarily through sales to the organic and natural health food stores across the Bay Area and through an organic grocery chain in the LA Area.

06/30/2022

Highly recommend this ongoing streaming film and herbal photography festival, sponsored by United Plant Savers. Feature length films, short films and stunning photography. Film topics address ethical harvesting issues, using herbs in cooking, growing hers, and so much more - it is a RICH offering!! https://www.ihsfilmfestival.org/

SEE WHAT NATURE LOOKS LIKE THROUGH THE LENS OF OUR FESTIVAL WINNERS!2022 FILM & PHOTOGRAPHY FESTIVALGRAND PRIZE: GLADSTAR AWARD $5,000 USD.   Welcome to the International Herb Symposium Film & Photography Festival, a collaboration project between The International Herb Symposium and Boreal Night Me...