We are on the verge of realizing how beneficial the bitter taste is to our diet, and the science is finally emerging to support that. Ayurveda has recognized this for centuries, and Sharon is happy to help renew the bitter taste’s reputation. Read More
Sharon sat down with Poppy Tooker recently on her show, Louisiana Eats, to talk herbal medicine, mixology, perfumery, and how Bartanica bridges the gap in all of these arenas. Read More
This year marks the 20th anniversary of my grandfather’s death, whom I’ve written about extensively and on whose life and legacy I reflect often. One of the most memorable characteristics of my grandfather was his absolute hatred of TV commercials. He was usually snoozing and half-watching a cooking show with the volume blasting because he… Read More
One of my all-time favorite poems is by Robert Frost, the classic “The Road Not Taken.” It was put into an arrangement for choir by Randall Thompson. I sang this version back in my choir geek days. It helped me to memorize the poem and I still recite it sometimes, when I forget my way. The… Read More
Dieting sounds like a total drag. I mean, I still use the word, but I’m never “on a diet”–nor will I ever be. I’m not into being miserable, which is why I made the decision a long time ago to focus on eating what tastes the best and what makes me feel good. Some of… Read More