by Traci Knight Discussing autism can often lead to polarizing opinions with many experts taking the view that more comprehensive diagnosis is the reason for the 120% spike since 2002 and a 30% increase in just the last 2 years…. Read More ›
Month: June 2014
Managing stress in an overstimulating environment
by Traci Knight Effectively managing stress is invaluable in today’s world. When we encounter stressful situations the sympathetic nervous system triggers a fight or flight reflex. There are many times when giving in to this stress response can impede performance…. Read More ›
Clotted Cream
Shortcake is a study in simplicity. It is not pretentious, although mine is layered with local strawberries and florals of orchid, elderflower, and lavender. Little chef told me it was gaudy. Big chef told me it was delicious. Not wanting… Read More ›
“People want yo…
“People want you to be happy. Don’t keep serving them your pain! If you could untie your wings and free your soul of jealousy, you and everyone around you would fly up like doves.” ― Rumi
Lemon Chess Pie
My days as a professional pastry chef are numbered. I cannot tell you the exact moment when I knew that the stress of my 18 years in the business would soon come screeching to a halt. The upward trajectory of… Read More ›