Sheri Wetherell
Hello! I'm the co-founder and CEO of Foodista.com, and creator of the International Food Blogger Conference (IFBC). I grew up surrounded by food on both sides of my family. My paternal grandmother owned a diner for many years, and my maternal grandmother (and mother of five daughters) was always found in the kitchen baking or whipping up garden-fresh tomato juice. My mother instilled in me the importance of healthy, wholesome eating and fed the entire family homemade soups, breads, and fresh carrot juice. Through my grandmothers, mother, and numerous travels overseas, I developed my love of food. I honed my palate and taste for travel by hopping planes with my airline pilot father, spent nearly a year studying in Italy and traveling in Greece, and taught English in Tokyo for three years. My professional background is in traditional and online marketing, where I worked for companies such as Amazon.com, Microsoft, Nordstrom, and eBay. With Foodista.com I have finally found my true passion - immersion in the world of food. I'm also the proud mama of daughter Emery.
Cheers!
Organization memberships:
Les Dames d'Escoffier - Seattle Chapter
International Association of Culinary Professionals (IACP)
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Posts by Sheri Wetherell
March 2, 2016
Sous vide is a busy person's best friend. I may even dare to say it's easier than cooking in a slow cooker. If you're not familiar with the term sous vide (a fancy French term for a...
March 1, 2016
Potato soup is an easy and comforting dish that can be whipped up in well under 30 minutes. It's wonderful as a main dish with a simple green salad or as a dish preceding the main course. I...
February 26, 2016
Some say that bacon is "the gateway meat," but we think it's pork belly. This unctuous piece of meat is unapologetically fatty and full of flavor. One bit and you'll lick your...
February 26, 2016
Who said tofu is boring? This spicy Korean stew is anything but! It's bursting with delicious umami (earthy) flavors and complex spices that will keep you scooping for more. Tofu jiggae, or tofu...
February 10, 2016
Do aphrodisiacs really have the power to induce an amorous mood and lift the libido? History and cultures around the world support the idea, but we don't think you have to be a believer to...
February 9, 2016
Pozole (or posole) is a traditional Mexican stew made with hominy and meat, typically pork, and garnished with chile peppers and limes. This lighter, green version is a fresh and herby counterpart to...
February 5, 2016
The last stop on our Cities of Light European Viking cruise was the historic city of Prague, the capital city of the Czech Republic. Our afternoon excursion took us to the Lobkowicz Palace, the only...
February 5, 2016
Shrimp and grits is quintessential South Carolina low country comfort food that's a welcome meal on a cold winter day. For our cheesy version, we use white grits and white Cheddar cheese; if you...
February 4, 2016
What we love about this recipe is that you take a couple regular ol' cans of vegetarian chili, then jack up the flavor by adding more beans, a bevy of herbs and spices, ground turkey, bacon, BBQ...
February 4, 2016
This Super Bowl Sunday, serve up a heaping platter of these finger-lickin'-good slow cooker BBQ short ribs. These delicious ribs are a little bit sweet with just the right amount of mustardy...
February 3, 2016
The mild, lightly sweet flavor of tilapia makes this fish a perfect choice for family meals. It’s just 90 calories per 4-ounce serving, low in fat and a great source of protein. And, it’s...
February 3, 2016
Londoner Rachel Roddy never planned on staying in Rome after her visit to the vibrant city in 2005. But after discovering the charming neighborhood of Testaccio, she instantly fell in love, and thus...
February 2, 2016
Celery root is an often overlooked vegetable. To be fair, who would stop to admire this homely looking root when there are sexier vege out there to catch our eye? Take those perky bundles of Easter...
February 2, 2016
If you live in Chicago, you may be familiar with Floriole, the award-winning bakery and cafe. The bakery started out as a small stand in the city’s Green Street Market where it sold decadent...
January 28, 2016
Move over fruit, pumpkin is now joining the smoothie fun! I never thought to use pumpkin puree in my morning smoothie, but I recently discovered a delicious and easy recipe that I now enjoy every...
January 27, 2016
Life gets busy, and before you know it you haven't seen your friends for ages or done something "just for you." When a good friend and I were trying unsuccessfully to coordinate our...
January 26, 2016
The funny folks at Jordan Winery created a new parody video just in time for Super Bowl 50! So grab your corkscrews, football fans, and get ready for the Daily Fantasy Wine Report where Brett...
January 26, 2016
What more could you ask for? Bites to tantalize your taste buds, autograph signings and opportunities to win trips pair nicely with West Coast wines and craft beverages! The Seattle Wine and Food...
January 21, 2016
An organic apple a day will keep the doctor away! But a non-organic one could be harmful. Knowing which varieties of produce contain the most pesticides will help keep you and your family healthy....
January 19, 2016
Ochazuke (“ocha” meaning green tea, “zuke” meaning submerged - together meaning “soaked in tea”) is a simple Japanese rice soup often enjoyed on cold winter days...
January 19, 2016
Making your own salmon gravlax at home takes time but is actually quite simple to make. The actual preparation time will take you less than 30 minutes but the full cure will take two days, so if you...
January 15, 2016
When I was a student in Italy many years ago, a dear friend taught me the craft of making homemade pasta. We'd spend hours in my little kitchen rolling out dough for tagliatelle, pappardelle,...
January 11, 2016
No Superbowl party food table would be complete without BBQ wings, and we simply love this spicy chicken wings recipe. And, they're easy to make! Simply dredge chicken wings in cornstarch and...
January 11, 2016
This easy Chicken Enchilada Casserole is one of our favorite weeknight dinners. We typically roast a chicken on Sunday or Monday night and this recipe is the perfect way to use up the leftover meat....
January 11, 2016
When I was a kid, chia seeds were the things you spread on funny terracotta heads and watched them sprout into wild hairdos or silly animals (Ch-ch-ch-chia!). Now we're tossing them into salads,...
