Private Chef, Writer & Podcaster
For nearly two decades, I had a deep, complicated friendship with someone I never met in person. We bonded over email, phone calls, cancer, cats, and clashing work styles. Then one day, I almost didn’t pick up the phone. This is a story about unexpected grief, long-distance connections, and why you should never let a call go to voicemail.
Labor Day may feel bittersweet for most, but for me—a chef living with sarcoidosis and heart failure—it’s a relief. Summer’s heat, crowds, and entitlement give way to autumn’s crisp air, golden leaves, and the quiet comfort my body and spirit crave. Here’s why fall feels like freedom, and why I’ll always celebrate the end of summer.
Ever been spiritually ambushed by someone quoting scripture or pushing miracle twigs like they’re handing out eternal life samples at Costco? As a spiritual but not religious chef living with chronic illness, I’ve got some thoughts—and a few logs of my own. Here’s my no-pamphlet-needed take on boundaries, belief, and why passion doesn’t need to feel like a sales pitch.
I love a good latte. The hiss of the machine, the swirl of milk, that first warm, creamy sip—it’s a ritual. But here’s what I don’t love: the idea of fungus hitching a ride in my cup. Yes, we need to talk about mold and capsule coffee machines. Don’t get me wrong—I adore the convenience …
Continue reading "The Dark Side of Convenience: Why I Deep Clean My Nespresso Machine Monthly"
Discover how I used a 3D printer to overhaul my kitchen organization with custom-fit cutlery trays and drawer inserts. From cluttered chaos to functional perfection, this blog explores the power of practical 3D printing and how it’s reshaping my home, one utensil at a time.
Tate Basildon 