I write about the things I actually spend my time on: home projects that never go as planned, food worth traveling for, and figuring out which plants will survive my Northern California garden. When I'm not writing, I'm probably on a paddle board (I race competitively), exploring a new city for the food scene, or reminding people that I've raced both camels and ostriches and won both. All true. MK Library is where I share what I've learned the hard way, from real costs and real mistakes to the occasional thing that actually worked on the first try.
Celeriac, or Celery root, is one of those foods you end up trying and realize you’ve been missing out on a good nutritious, cheap ingredient. Versatile and underutilized, this root vegetable is not to be confused with the bright green celery stalks you are already familiar with. A slightly firmer texture than your standard russet …
When it comes to finding and using the best SD cards, I tend to gravitate towards the best of the best. I use SD cards extensively as a photographer and tech lover, which is why I found myself on the quest to find the best ones out there. I want reliability, speed, and something that …
An often overlooked, yet essential part of cooking, is fire safety in the kitchen. As a foodie and rather rambunctious home cook, I spend a lot of time in the kitchen. My fellow home cooks like to geek out about different kitchen tools and devices, such as knives. While it’s important to use them with …
Discover which camera accessories for your mirrorless or DSLR camera will take your photography game to the next level! Regardless of your camera brand, these tripods, lights, straps, and mounts will help you take better photos by creating effective systems and habits. As a professional photographer, I’ve used all of these listed camera accessories and …
The Village Feast is a low-waste event, put on in Davis, California, by Davis Farm to School. The nonprofit benefits Les Dames D’Escoffier, Sacramento, and Davis Farm to School. Both organizations work in support of early and continued education around food and agriculture. The Dames provide scholarships to women in food, wine, and agriculture, while …
This grilled vegetable flatbread recipe is a vibrant and unique take on traditional flatbread, featuring fresh ricotta cheese and salsa verde. If there is one thing more quintessentially American than baseball, it is barbecuing in the summer with the smell of charcoal in the air and surrounded by friends and family to enjoy a fresh …
The Vegan Whiskey Sour cocktail takes a traditional whiskey sour and turns it into a crisp, refreshing vegan cocktail using aquafaba instead of egg whites. This vegan-friendly version gives you the same deliciously tart cocktail experience. The original whiskey sour has its roots in the 1862 book, The Bon Vivant’s Companion, one of the first …
I decided to try buying a budget fixed gear road bike online. I bought a bike off of Amazon and documented the process for anyone else interested in exploring purchasing a fixed gear bike online. I’ve had the same bicycle since I was 16. The hybrid mountain/road bike had suited my needs and careless riding …
This vegan Mexican street corn recipe is my new summer favorite for using the grill. I’m just as passionate about high quality sustainable food sources as I am for Mexican food. So, I took the classic grilled elote and turned it into the best combination of plant-based sustainability and Mexican culture that I could. A …
In my quest for continually improving my high tech home office setup for quality of life, I have spent a lot of time trying different products and solutions to stay productive and get things done quickly. As life continues to evolve, so do my home office needs. You might also be interested in these articles: …