Blogging has become a national pastime. For me, it’s a remarkable way to define a transitional boundary. According to Technorati.com there are over 1.3 million blogs, which can be subdivided into the categories of Sports, Politics, Autos, Technology, Living, Green and Science. Food blogs come under the heading of Living. And as of today’s date, May 31, 2012, Technorati.com notes there are 16,588 food blogs. Taking The Kitchen comes in at 16,589.
Throughout history, communication enabled us to systematize and transfer information. The process of receiving or conveying a message is complicated, which makes it all the more exciting. It should come as no surprise that new technologies are expediting the dialogue. Blogging is growing exponentially with the help of websites such as Blogger, Weebly, tumblr and WordPress.
Friends and family are amazed that I have decided to write about food, especially since my focus has always been elsewhere. To be honest, I have no plan or strategy for this blog, as is my usual modus operandi. I’m starting out with a fresh (for me) approach to food preparation. Taking the Kitchen will record my thoughts and cooking adventures.
Food is about connections. It is also the substance of life, for without it we would not exist. Exchanging ideas and recipes is not a new concept. We are just getting better at knowledge transfer. We are reaping the benefits of innovations in efficiency and diversity. At the same time, we live in a world where many do have access to adequate water, food and shelter. Sharing resources is a global dialogue, but it begins in every kitchen.
Most of all, Taking The Kitchen, celebrates the joy of breaking bread together.
An Italian Lunch – Castelraimondo, Italy
Update March 1, 2016. The link to Technorati – the World’s Largest Blog Directory is no longer in existence according to my most recent “google search.” Even so, there is no doubt that Food Blogs will continue to be with us. I truly enjoy these amazing bloggers – they continue to share their love and joy of food and community.
Rebecca aka Clanmother
Taking the Kitchen 
Yes, food is about connections. So, here’s a recipes for you and our connection (it’s on my blog: http://indiferentlianac.wordpress.com/2012/03/16/ceva-dulce-ceva-sanatos-pentru-weekend/):
Something sweet and healthy for the weekend?
Grain crackers, very easy to prepare. Empty your mind of all the issues of the day and prepare to melt on the stove 200g butter, 100g peanut butter, 200 ml maple syrup and vanilla sugar (1 sachet). Then, stir over a fascinating blend composition consisting of 300 g oatmeal, 50 g pumpkin seeds, sesame least 50 g sunflower seeds, 50 g coconut, 50 g flour, a few pieces of dates or raisins … and even little star anise. Composition upside down on a baking tray with foil and baked for 20-25 minutes (150 degrees). Then you know what to do. Bon appetite! 🙂
Dear Rebecca, my english is not very advanced, but I hope to understand me.
Affectionately,
Liana
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What a wonderful gift to receive! This sounds absolutely delicious!!! Thank you so much. By the way, you are much better at English than I am with your language. I use the translator on Google Chrome so that I can read your posts!!! I very much appreciate that you stopped by – you made my day…. So glad that we connected!!!
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I’m glad as much as you because we met. Have a wonderful day!!!
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