Author: Kitchen Hive
Invisible Women–a short documentary
I recently had an opportunity to make a documentary–my first! Invisible Women is the story of an Arts Education program for women aged 18 to 22 at the notorious Rikers jail in New York City. Eve... Read More
Phyllis, Forensic Dentist, Cold Water Swimmer, Midtown Manhattan
Phyllis’s advice to her 18-year-old self: It’s ok to listen to your father. He does know something. And I really miss him.... Read More
Flower Power Sweet Potato Cookies
I know. You don’t have to say it. I’ll say it for you. All of my baked goods look unappetizing. That’s why I don’t usually post baking recipes. But this time I’m doing you a favor. I love ch... Read More
Not Ireland
In the seven-year period between 1845 and 1852, more than a million Irish people died of starvation. In Irish it is simply known as The Great Famine. Construction of the Irish Hunger Memorial began in... Read More
Neither here nor there
They say it’s all about the journey. What they don’t always mention is that sometimes you run out of gas. Of course, when I think back on the times that I actually did run out of gas in the middle... Read More
Michelle, Creative Entrepreneur, Harlem
Michelle’s advice to her 18-year-old self: Take time for you and face yourself. You’re amazing, you just have to learn more about yourself. Live life in the now.... Read More
Cauliflower is climbing the charts!
As I’ve said before, I like cauliflower as much as the next guy. I don’t wander down supermarket aisles and exclaim ‘Yes!! Cauliflower, tonight! An inspired choice.’ Let’s face it, cauliflow... Read More
Tis the season
Every year I do it. I don’t know why I do it, but I do. I meet with my friend, Victor, usually on some raw weekend night. We grit our teeth, brace ourselves and head out to do battle to view the hol... Read More