Everything’s copy

As a recovering journalist, I can’t resist the temptation to write occasionally on food and the arts.


 

Zio Ziegler Stole My Heart

The energy, oh the energy!


KQED Theater Review

I really, and I mean: really, did not like this play.


Made Local Magazine

Dedicated to telling the fascinating stories behind the Sonoma County Food Action Plan, I founded this magazine in 2013 and, in 2016, handed the editorial reins over to the very capable Leilani Clark. Here’s a taste.

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SF Eater

I enjoy occasionally dropping in on North Bay restaurants.

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edible

A gorgeous local magazine devoted to our market. Fun to contribute to!

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North Bay Bohemian

I edited this newsweekly from 2003-2010. This is among my favorite pieces.

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Eater

The ‘essential’ restaurants list is an ongoing project.

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Valley of the Moon Magazine

Such a pleasure to connect with Sonoma painter Chester Arnold.