This recipe was first featured in my book AIM TRUE, and has gone through many iterations since then. It ended up being the last home-cooked meal I made for Kathy. Delivered to her hospital room in a small tupperware, where she smiled — only being able to take a bite or two — praising how much she loved “KB’s cooking”. Damn, I miss you Mama Fagan. This dish is for you.

As the seasons begin to change and the cold weather rolls in, it can only mean one thing: BAKING TIME!

Pasta e Ceci with a Tomato Coconut Gravy from Stir the Pot

Our first Inky Phoenix publication will be STRANGE BEASTS (October 2024) by Susan J. Morris and here’s a little taste of what you have to look forward to from Susan herself!

Have you ever finished a spellbinding novel, only to set it down and think — how on earth can someone’s brain weave such magic? Or maybe you’ve wondered if that kind of storyteller lies dormant within you, waiting for a magical wand to boop you into action. Continue reading…

Many moons ago, I first shared the concept of ‘aim true’ with my students ar Kripalu Center. I can’t put my finger on it, but something about Kripalu inspired me: I knew it was fertile ground for exploring this important concept that launched me into a whirlwind of creation and growth.

A hot dog with a squishy bun is so deeply satisfying this time of year! Check our Kathryn’s vegan-friendly version: the Carrot Dog!

Our May theme at Haus of Phoenix is PLAY so I thought I’d stir the blog pot (the blog pot?!) with one of my favorite playful transitions!

Have you ever danced around a maypole (or desperately wanted to)? Or maybe you have memories of creating homemade May Day baskets stuffed with wild flowers to anonymously leave on a neighbor’s doorstep. The latter fills me with childhood nostalgia, while the former is a phallic symbol meant to represent the union of two as one (cue Spice Girls, maestro!).