Author: Victoria S.

Writer with a passion for food, travel and all things related to the development of Self.

I Went to the Local Zoo and the Experience Was Not What I Expected

How a simple solo excursion on my day off turned into something more.

How I’m Dealing with My Personal Roman Empire

The way I’m navigating the complex food landscape in search of better tasting food.

When Life Actually Takes the Lemons and Offers You Lemonade

A little update on the shit show that’s been my life the last few years (in other words, my healing journey). Spoiler: it’s finally getting good.

Anthony Bourdain’s ‘No Reservations’: The Show You Never Knew You Needed in Your Life

Just one episode. Tha’s all it took to inspire me to write this. That’s how blown away I was.

Minimal Effort Crispy-Skin Baked Chicken Drumsticks

Perfect for batch-cooking to enjoy all week long whenever you need a quick snack or protein for a meal.

The King of Breakfast Sandwiches

It’s so simple and delicious that it pairs as a perfect snack as well.

Breaking the Cycles and Habits That Were Instilled in You as a Child

A humble piece to encourage you towards the life of your dreams.

Braised Cabbage with Roasted Button Mushrooms

This rustic, simple dish is full of flavor and will leave you feeling nourished. Not a bad weeknight dinner to help you wake up powered up for the next day.

Today I Stayed in the Vegetable Section of My Grocery Store…

… and here’s what happened.

The Food Show That Has Me Hooked

Currently watching Netflix’s ‘The American Barbecue Showdown’ and, for anyone that loves barbecue (or cooking in general), here’s why you need to watch it too!

The Love That Both Broke Me and Defined Me

In breaking me, he set me free. A random post that needed to be written.

Does Anyone Else Wonder What’s Going on At Our Grocery Stores?

A brief commentary on a brilliantly-written opinion piece about our growing desire for better quality products at our grocery stores.