Sandy is a cookbook author, culinary teacher, and chef
while Steve acts as Chief Taster, confidant, and chauffeur.
Welcome fellow locavores!
Here we share with you the culinary hidden gems and under-appreciated talents from the four corners of the United States as my husband Steve and I seek out all things unforgettably yummy in our great nation.
Amazing chefs, farmers markets, outstanding recipes, culinary tricks & tips – and let’s not forget the wineries: we will share all our knowledge and great finds with you!
We hope you’ll chime in with your own raves too!
We look forward to seeing you here, and on the road.
Sandy,
A traveling locavore.
OUR LATEST CULINARY ADVENTURES
Sand Sculptures Peddler’s Village
I had not been to Peddler's Village since I was a teen. When Steve and I saw that there were Sand Sculptures on display at Peddler's Village, we knew we had to go! Peddler's Village and New Hope are suburbs of Philadelphia. So as soon as I got my driver's license, at...
East Coast Here We Come
East Coast Here We Come! But in reality it was in August, not February!!! We are now returning to our regular programming. After a wonderful visit to Upstate New York, we were excited to be going back to our roots in the Philadelphia area. Steve and I look forward to...
Lake George New York
It was relatively early when we finished touring the Horse Racing Museum and Hall of Fame so we decided to take a drive to Lake George, New York. Lake George New York Over the years I kept hearing about the beauty of the area. And since it was a short drive from...
NOLA Should be Renamed SNOWLA!
NOLA should be renamed SNOWLA! Just when I was back to telling you about our journey chronologically, we have a once in a lifetime weather event while here in New Orleans. I will get back on track soon. But for now, I have to tell you about what we just experienced....
National Museum of Racing/Hall of Fame
From Historic Saratoga Race Course it was a short stroll to the National Museum of Racing/Hall of Fame. We were greeted by a long line up of lawn jockeys, each dedicated to an actual jockey. National Museum of Racing and Hall of Fame Beautifully landscaped, the...
Historic Saratoga Race Course
We have wanted to visit historic Saratoga Race Course since we started RVing back in 2006 in our first RV. But Saratoga Springs, where the race course is located, has only a few very expensive RV Parks that are booked all summer long. Historic Saratoga Race Course...
RECIPES
Crustless Key Lime Cheesecake
Yummy Crustless Key Lime Cheesecake is from the soon to be released book The Diabetes Cookbook for Electric Pressure Cookers.
I received a review copy of Shelby Kinnard’s and Simone Harounian’s new book on “instant healthy meals for managing diabetes” last week and couldn’t wait to dive in because all of the recipes sounded so delicious. I don’t think it matters whether or not you are diabetic, these recipes are healthful and quite tasty. The recipes are also great for anyone following the Keto Diet! And, because life is short so we should eat dessert first, I started my foray into The Diabetes Cookbook for Electric Pressure Cookers with the Crustless Key Lime Cheesecake!
OUR LATEST RECIPES
My Bubie’s Chocolate Cake
My Bubie's Chocolate Cake was legendary! Anyone who ever tasted it would tell you the same. Before I tell you about her amazing cake, I would be remiss if I didn't state how horrified Steve and I were to wake up in New Orleans on New Year's Day to the news of the...
30 Breads to Bake Before You Die
With Thanksgiving quickly approaching and Hanukkah and Christmas following close on its heels, I want to tell you about a wonderful new book. 30 Breads to Bake Before You Die (Amazon Affiliate Link) is the second book from Allyson Reedy. As a fabulous perk of writing...
San Diego Style Grilled Tri-Tip
Have you ever made a California cut of meat called Tri-Tip? The Traveling Locavores made their first San Diego style grilled Tri-Tip while in Temecula, and it was OUTSTANDING! Steve and I drove to San Diego for the day, to visit my cousin Donna and her beau. I know. I...
4 Tips on Hosting the Perfect Winter Dinner Party
This post has been updated from the original post that published on February 22, 2022. Winter is the perfect time to host a dinner party! The holidays are just around the corner, and there’s no better way to get into the spirit than by inviting your friends over for a...
Easy No Knead Bread
A few weeks ago our sweet daughter-in-love sent me the recipe for the fabulous bread we had enjoyed during our visit for Thanksgiving. The Easy No Knead Bread recipe was just that...EASY!!! Remember when we couldn't get yeast during the height of Covid? Well I managed...
Ways to Enjoy Cooking Even More
Are you looking for ways to enjoy cooking even more? If you want to embrace a healthier lifestyle, then you need to find the time to do some home cooking. This post originally published on April 10, 2023 and has been updated with additional material. Ways to Enjoy...
Our Thanksgiving Feast
Our Thanksgiving Feast was originally published on Food and Fond Memories on December 1, 2009 by sandyaxelrod Leave a Comment (Edit) This may have been my very first, or possibly second post ever! The recipe at the end of the post is for the most fabulous and easy...
Cheesy Spicy Spinach Maria
Cheesy Spicy Spinach Maria makes an amazingly delicious side dish. But it could also, easily be served as a dip with toasted pita chips to whet your appetite before dinner. Cheesy Spicy Spinach Maria A couple of months ago I told you about our amazing meal at Bimini...
