Food follows the story. We Have Always Lived in the Mushroom by Marian Allen My name is Cobweb Peasblossom Mustardseed. I am one hundred and seventy years old, and I live in a mushroom with my pet centipede, Oberon. This is the third mushroom we’ve…

My #2 Daughter, who is vegan, says people tease her and ask, “What do you eat? Rabbit food?” Well, stuff like this, maybe: That’s grilled sweet potatoes and asparagus, and crumb-stuffed mushrooms braised in white wine. BOOM! A WRITING PROMPT FROM ME TO YOU: rabbits…

No bumblebees were harmed in the making of this stew. I think I’ve posted this before, and I probably led with that same line. But it’s a good soup. Bumblebee Stew 1 can black beans, drained and rinsed and drained 1 can (or part of…