Author

Sue Taggart

As a child growing up in Kent “The Garden of England”, I thought that every family grew their own vegetables. I would help my grandfather in the garden and loved pulling potatoes and carrots out of the soil. These early experiences have given me a great appreciation for where our food comes from and a discerning palette for fresh, seasonal produce. As an avid reader, writing and storytelling is a passion that has only deepened over the years together with a growing concern for the health of our oceans and planet. We are facing serious issues with climate change and the clock is ticking…so it’s up to all of us to nurture and protect our home planet.

  • Grilled Scallops with Mexican Corn

    by Sue Taggart

    A wonderful way to use sweet, fresh summer corn and big, beautiful sea scallops. Quick and easy to prepare, it looks amazing and tastes even better. Sure to impress any guest! Best cooked on a grill. Serves 4: 12  …Read More

  • Cannellini Beans with Roasted Tomatoes

    by Sue Taggart

    The beauty of this lovely dish is that it can be prepared in advance and just left to sit at room temperature. The secret is in the tomatoes, cooking them to the point where they are starting to fall apart…Read More

  • Powerhouse Greens!

    by Sue Taggart

    I love my greens, I always have! My mother had no problem getting me to eat cabbage, kale, brussel sprouts, mustard greens… I always cleaned the greens right off my plate. I still try the vegetables first before anything else. My…Read More

  • Salad Niçoise

    by Sue Taggart

    Otherwise known as a combination Mediterranean salad, this wonderful salad can be arranged any way the mood takes you and makes a great summer meal with a fresh, crusty baguette! It reminds me of the South of France and I…Read More

  • Blueberry Lemon Loaf

    by Sue Taggart

    This recipe is great for breakfast or a teatime treat. It can be baked in a loaf pan or muffin pan depending how you prefer to serve it. Makes 1 loaf or 12 large muffins: Loaf: 3/4 c sugar 1/2…Read More

  • Quinoa – Shifting the Food Culture

    by Sue Taggart

    What used to be an inexpensive locally grown food in Bolivia, is now gaining popularity in global markets, as the New York Times covered earlier this year. The demand is soaring in the US and Europe, helping the Bolivian farmers…Read More

  • Blueberry Lemon Cream Tart

    by Sue Taggart

    July is Blueberry Month and we’re celebrating by sharing some of our favorite blueberry recipes! This Blueberry Lemon Cream Tart is so simple and it’s a real crowd pleaser – every time! The combination of the juicy blueberries with the…Read More

  • Greens from the Sea

    by Sue Taggart

    Food from the sea, we think fish, but the ocean is a wonderful source of veggies too! Seaweeds, a staple in Asian diets are the healthiest foods on the planet and now they are readily available at various specialty food…Read More

  • Oceana wants you to be a Summer Hero

    by Sue Taggart

    Summer is the season to celebrate the oceans’ beauty and bounty. This summer, do more than just celebrate. Be an ocean hero. It’s a really easy thing to do. All you have to do is just pledge to recycle, clean up or…Read More