
DOG IN THE KITCHEN ? ….. TELL ME MORE!
DOG IN THE KITCHEN grew from a heart full of everything I treasure —
Dogs, food, nature, art, and quiet moments with my heARTdog,
Ihana the Finnish Lapphund, and her cheeky sidekick, SOOT the cat.
It’s not just OUR kitchen — it’s YOURS too. What’s simmering?

- Featuring many dog breeds (and critters!) in recipe art
- Easy, illustrated recipes real people can actually make
- YOUR pets spotlighted in contests, art & blog features
- Free bonus recipe cards & kitchen hints to download
- Collectible recipe cards + binder collection
- Homeware swag using contest entries and recipe artwork
- A DOG IN THE KITCHEN book is also in the works!

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- DAEJU VU SHRIMP TACOS
The story behind DAEJA VU Shrimp Tacos Some places leave footprints on your heart, and this one has stayed with me for nearly ten years. During a wonderful visit with my dear friend Valerie Gilb in Southern California, we joined her longtime friends Sheri and Mike for a drive down the coast to the historic cottages… Read more: DAEJU VU SHRIMP TACOS - OREGON HARVEST CHARCUTERIE BOWL
A Taste of Oregon’s Fruit Loop Some recipes begin in the kitchen. This one began with a friendship. My dear friend Christine Cameron recently asked if I would create a Shetland Sheepdog illustration to donate to a specialty show she’ll soon be judging. I’d never illustrated a Sheltie before, but one happy “yes” led to another.… Read more: OREGON HARVEST CHARCUTERIE BOWL - WILLEM’S MANDARIN MAPLE SKEWERS
Willem’s Mandarin Maple Skewers were born as a blend of balanced elements gathered together beneath the maples. Warm glowing oranges, a peaceful zen vibe, delicately stacked stones, the incense scent of the grill , and the blissful feeling of an evening outdoors with the dogs all helped shape the mood behind this recipe. Inspired by Willem’s… Read more: WILLEM’S MANDARIN MAPLE SKEWERS - MOCHI SWEET TREATS & GREEN TEA
Deep in the bamboo garden, where the tea kettles softly sing and little lanterns sway in the breeze, a curious Tanuki wandered in hoping for a snack. The Tanuki below, is a “raccoon dog” from Japan Instead, he discovered an entire tea paw-ty. Waiting for him was a fluffy Chow wrapped in a bright koi kimono,… Read more: MOCHI SWEET TREATS & GREEN TEA - IHANAS GARDEN FINISHING SALT
Ihana’s Garden Finishing Salt A simple finishing salt from the herb garden There’s something deeply satisfying about stepping outside with a pair of garden scissors and returning a few moments later with rosemary and thyme still warm from the sun. Not because it’s necessary. But because it feels like part of the ritual. Fresh herbs turn… Read more: IHANAS GARDEN FINISHING SALT - WHERE THE RIBBONS DANCE- A May Day Gift
In my ART MUSE recipe card illustration, five joyful Chows weave around the maypole, ribbons dancing in soft arcs—a playful echo of those early traditions and May Day magic. May Day, May Baskets & a Honeybeary Lemon Loaf There are certain days that arrive carrying a little bit of magic…and for me, May Day has always… Read more: WHERE THE RIBBONS DANCE- A May Day Gift - TACO TUESDAY WITH JALLO & ALEXA
DID SOMEONE SAY TACOS ? Step right up to the TACO TUESDAY food cart, where the fiesta is in full swing ! Meet Jallo, the Finnish Lapphund adored by Caroline Henrich, and Alexa, the Chow who owns Layla Loveless heart and soul!!! — both chosen as INSPIRATION MUSES from my recent photo calls. Behind the counter,… Read more: TACO TUESDAY WITH JALLO & ALEXA - SIR WINSTON’S COTTAGE PIE
Once upon a time in a very proper kitchen, Sir Winston the English Setter reminded us that a good Cottage Pie is not just a recipe… it’s an experience—a truly droolworthy one. Deeply loved by his family, Robin Edgar and James Havlinek, Winston brought both charm and appetite to everything he oversaw. Warm, hearty, and wonderfully… Read more: SIR WINSTON’S COTTAGE PIE - SHADY SKETTI-QUICK MEATBALLS
Meet this darling blue chow girl, Shady Lady, who rules over Jan Lockhart’s desert southwest kitchen—so of course, her recipe needed a little RED ROCKS flair… and a whole lot of quick & easy because Shady is not one to wait around for dinner. Thanks Jan for the pawsome potholder swag photo!!! This one is all… Read more: SHADY SKETTI-QUICK MEATBALLS









