Dana Bailey

If you’re anything like me, the kitchen is your playground, and spices? Well, they’re the magic dust that turns a simple meal into a culinary adventure. But here’s the thing - not all spice blends are created equal. There’s something truly special about small-batch spice mixes crafted with care, passion, and a sprinkle of local love. Today, I’m taking you on a flavorful journey to discover the charm and richness of these blends and why they deserve a spot on your spice rack. Why Small-Batch...

How Hard Could It Be? “Start a business,” I said. “It’ll be fun,” I said. This was one of those moments Travis likes to call a “fuck around and find out”  moment. The plan was simple: hit one small farmers’ market a week, make a little money, and save up for the food truck. Pretty cut and dry, right? Wrong. From the very beginning, the stand couldn’t keep bread and cookies in stock. Every week we sold out — or came pretty close. Then one week at the market we ended up with a ton of leftover...

Hello, little ducklings. Pull up a chair. Have you had your coffee yet? If not, grab a mug, fill it with your favorite brew, and settle in. Would you like to hear a story? It’s a good one. By the end, you might even find yourself thinking, “You know what? My life isn’t so bad after all.” Before you click out of this post and tumble back into your TikTok or Amazon black hole — hear me out. I’m not about to unload tragic childhood trauma or collect sympathy points. Nope. Everything that’s...