About
Welcome to Keep It Simple Foods! My name is Jennifer and I’m an attorney living in Washington, D.C. I am passionate about all things food related. That’s why on this blog you’ll find a variety of content ranging from recipes to food related books and articles, food news, restaurant reviews, and product reviews. Let me be clear that I’m no food expert. This blog is a way for me to learn about food and share what I learn with you. I hope you enjoy the site and feel free to leave your comments and suggestions.
You can find Keep It Simple Foods on Facebook, Twitter, and Stumbleupon. Please email me at keepitsimplefoods@gmail.com.
My Food Philosophy
My food philosophy is that nothing is ever off limits. I allow myself to eat whatever I want whenever I want while trying to make the best decisions possible for my body, soul, and peace of mind. I follow a vegetarian/pescetarian diet because I strongly oppose U.S. slaughter practices and policies. I’ve followed this diet for three years now and find it to be healthy, fulfilling and a great way to maintain my physical and mental well-being. I love food and my passion for really good food grew from my experiences working in fine dining restaurants during college. Since then, I’ve explored food territory all over the world and become inspired to cook and eat better. I want to learn more and be smarter about what I eat. My hope for this blog is to share what I learn through my culinary adventures with you. Thank you for being a part of this!
Keep It Simple Foods has been featured on Taste Spotting, Food Gawker, Tasty Kitchen, and The Pioneer Woman.
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As a fellow East Tennessean I was wondering what part of Tn you’re from? I was born & raised in Oak Ridge, anywhere close for you? Keep up a great blog!
Hi, Kristi! I also grew up in Oak Ridge!
Are you guys from Laurinburg or Scotland County? I grew up there.
My husband’s family is from Laurinburg. Small world!
I stumbled upon your blog and sounds like we have a lot in common- look forward to reading future posts!
P.S. I graduated in May and moved back home to the DC area- are there ever any local blogger meet ups? That would be fun!
Hey Allison, so nice to meet you! I think there are semi-regular blogger meetups in DC. I’ve never been to one, but I’m pretty sure there’s a facebook page with more info.
Saved as a favorite, I really like your blog!
From Victoria, British Columbia, Canada. Just found you while looking for a recipe. Love your site. Keep it up and enjoy the countryside.
Thank you so much! Welcome to my blog!
The recipes always look yummy. I plan to read more of your blogs. I will have to make Ed read them & cook us something because I am pretty horrible in the kitchen.
More importantly “little cousin” what’s the scoop …. what kind of gown do you have to fit into??
Hello, Lisa dear! All you need is a little practice in the kitchen and you’ll be great! But, if you’d prefer cousin Ed to take the reigns, by all means…nothing wrong with a man in the kitchen!;)
Your food philosophy sounds so healthy and balanced! Also, I love simplicity with foods.
Thank you, Kath!
When do you have time to do this? I’m super impressed. I’ve seen the links to your blog on FB but didn’t realize these were your recipes. Creativity and talent must run in the family!!
Hey Christina! Thanks for your comment. I work on my blog most nights and weekends. I need the creative outlet because my day job is so dull. Thanks for stopping by!
Jennifer-I absolutely love your site! Your philosophy about food is so much like ours and we, too, have a number of recipes for using stems & stalks. Like you, food is not my primary life. I’m a PhD in sociology with an intense passion for food and I’m a determined “home chef”. It would be great to have you visit my site that I co-host with a colleague Nancy Gershman – http://www.expendableedibles.com and post your recipes which will include your info. You might want to visit our new blog, http://www.expendableedibles.com/blog as well where we’ve begun to post interviews with chefs and are looking at some culinary school. Your site is wonderful! Keep up the good work. Marlene Samuels
Wow~ur blog looks sooooooooooooo delicious!!! Make sure you bring ur camera next time when we dine out together hahaha:)
I’m really loving your blog so far! It’s a nice mix with your different perspectives
Jennifer and Jessica-
I just found your blog and am definitely going to a regular reader! I’m here in DC and have a food blog too (though I live in Alexandria and tend to focus more on the food finds there). Found you via Kath Eats.
Nice reads on varied concepts of food.
Your blog is great! I look forward to more great reads! Jessica, you said you were a movie fiend! Me too! What are some of your favs? and Question for Jennifer! You said you traveled all over the world and experienced new cuisines…do you have one type that really inspired you above the rest? Have a great day ladies!
Too many to choose! I would say most of my favorites are from places I lived like France or Charleston, SC- places known for wonderful food! Over the years, my tastes (and diet) have changed and I find my food world constantly evolving, but I go back to old favorites for comfort and stability.
oh, but i must follow up and say that the veggie friendly food i exerienced in Kenya was incredible (esp for how i eat today) and i am constantly trying to recreate such dishes. yum!
Love the blog!!! I am glad I found it! I just moved to the DC area in June, Alexandria VA is where my fiance and I live, we really like it here!! Both of you rock and Im glad I found your blog!! Have a great day!!!
Thanks Katie! Hope you keep reading!
I love your recipes.
I love your blog, ladies!!!!! Wish you were up here in Manhattan so we could all get together! Keep up the great work and the wonderful recipes!
Best,
Amie
Just found this blog and to cite everyone else, it’s good to find another DC-based blog. I live in SW so I look forward to your reviews and ideas.
Just followed you over here from katheats…I lived in DC area for 5 years (Arlington, mostly – Ballston and Pentagon City), so it’s cool to read about the old stomping ground.
Just found your blog. I grew up in Rockville, MD and it’s always fun to find bloggers from my old stomping grounds
I found your blog via Katheats – looking forward to reading another DC-based blog!
Hi, I just found your blog and so glad to find people from DC area. Love your simple recipes and beautiful picture, looking forward to read more!
Great blog, GREAT recipes!! Love D.C. – must be a blast living there!