Blog | Jim Hoehn

Jun 19
4 min

Return to Art

I am often asked how I came to be a painter "late in the game." Hopefully this will inspire others to find a way to their own creative path.

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Jim Hoehn

May 21
2 min

Garlic and Brown Sugar Salmon

Growing up, seafood had its highs and lows, from cod to shrimp molds. Later in life, I learned a few delicious and timeless recipes.

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Jim Hoehn

May 11
3 min

Why Choose Between Cake or Beer? Have Both!

Once, I placed a cake on the roof of the car for a trip to the next town. I began driving, took a fast turn and watched in horror...

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Mary Ann Pettorini

May 4
2 min

Wellness and Gratitude During the Quarantine

Through the Japanese concept of "shinrin-yoku" or "forest bathing," we take in the forest surroundings and nature through all of our senses.

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Jim Hoehn

Apr 29
4 min

Award-winning Chili Recipe: Quarantine comfort food at its best

From canned soup to award-winning chili, here's how I learned to master this all American recipe.

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Jim Hoehn

Apr 21
4 min

Cooking for Newbies, Oldies and Shut-ins

I have to start cooking now?! Trials and tribulations of an oldie learning to cook during a pandemic.

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