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
January 7, 2015
It was a hot and muggy December day in Phuket, Thailand when our server brought us a bowl of tom yum soup. Hot soup was the last thing I wanted on a sweltering day, but he assured me it would cool me...
January 6, 2015
After the gluttony of the holiday season many of us are turning (or hopefully returning!) over a new leaf and eating a healthier diet. Terry Walter, a best-selling cookbook author and a leader in...
January 6, 2015
Taco Tuesday is a great way to get the whole family involved in preparing dinner. Even the little ones can participate by building their own tacos, and we all know that taking part in mealtime...
January 6, 2015
Before you toss out those last few pieces of stale bread consider transforming it into a delicious soup. Dr. Anne Fishel, author of Home for Dinner: Mixing Food, Fun and Conversation for a Happier...
January 5, 2015
After a holiday season of indulging it's time to get back on track and eat healthier meals. But healthier dinners doesn't mean skimping on flavor or taking long in the kitchen. Elie Krieger...
December 30, 2014
I call this pantry stew as it includes staple items that are commonly found in many, if not most, pantries: beans and chicken stock. This is such an easy meal and it makes a full crockpot, so there...
December 30, 2014
These scrumptious eggs cups aren't just for breakfast. Try them for brunch, lunch, even dinner! For the cups use bacon, ham or prosciutto; toast or hash browns; even spinach or kale, then pop an...
December 30, 2014
Many of my school day mornings began with a warm bowl of homemade broccoli Cheddar soup. I always begged for sugary cereals like Cap'n Crunch but such items simply did not exist in our home. I...
December 29, 2014
In his latest cookbook, Plenty More: Vibrant Vegetable Cooking from London's Ottolenghi, the much anticipated follow-up to Plenty, culinary marvel Yotam Ottolenghi continues to dazzle with...
December 29, 2014
This New Year’s Eve, float a bit of Champagne on top of this delicious and fruity vodka cocktail. Refreshing pineapple flavored vodka, apricot liqueur, and fresh citrus juices add a festive...
December 21, 2014
Not everyone loves Brussels sprouts but this sweet and savory recipe will change their minds for good! Brussels sprouts are roasted with Portobello mushrooms and red onion until golden brown then...
December 21, 2014
January is National Egg Month and we’re starting to get the word out early about the campaign to use healthier eggs in your cooking. As a mother of a young child, I opt for NestFresh Eggs...
December 20, 2014
We're always on the lookout for a delicious sweet potatoes recipe and this one from Maker's Mark bourbon knocks it out of the park! Fresh sage, sweet maple syrup, and buttery chestnuts are...
December 20, 2014
This turkey breast is so juicy, tender, and full of flavor you’ll want to serve it year round, not just during the holidays! It’s brined overnight in a Maker’s Mark bourbon-spiced...
December 20, 2014
The classic gingersnap cookie gets even snappier with the addition of bourbon and pink peppercorns in this festive and easy recipe. Pink peppercorns have both a peppery and fruity flavor and a...
December 20, 2014
Christmas is the season for fun cocktails, so this year we’re branching beyond our standard favorites and getting festive! Below are four fun libations from a dessert-like white chocolate...
December 19, 2014
This Spiced Mexican Hot Chocolate recipe, created by food and travel writer Gwen Pratesi of Bunky Cooks, is wonderfully rich and creamy. More like a dessert cocktail, it combines rustic stone...
December 19, 2014
Whether it’s a holiday meal, you’re planning a dinner party, or you’re simply cooking a weeknight dinner for your family, prepping ahead of time helps keep you stress-free. Ina...
December 19, 2014
I start nearly every morning with some type of smoothie. Sometimes it’s veggie packed, other times it’s simply yogurt and fruit-based. For the liquid in all my smoothies I like to use...
December 19, 2014
When you’re looking for an easy dinner recipe, porcupine meatballs fit the bill every time. Kids and adults alike love them, they cook up in no time, plus they’re easy to assemble. It...
December 18, 2014
Four ingredients and about 8 minutes are all you need to make this easy chicken soup: chicken broth, kale, chicken sausage, white beans. For the best flavor, start with a good chicken broth (we like...
December 16, 2014
It all started with my Grandma. Perhaps even her mother. But for as long as I can remember we have eaten puffy pancakes. It’s an easy recipe, and can probably be enhanced with spices like...
December 16, 2014
Pfeffernüsse (also pfeffernuesse, peppernoder, or peppernuts in English) are little European spiced cookies that are traditionally served during yuletide celebrations. There are many variations to...
December 16, 2014
One of the things we love about the holiday season is a decadent chocolate bark topped with a crumbling of festive peppermint chips. We’re now pleasantly addicted to Willamette Valley...
December 8, 2014
Fruit salad may seem like a summer thing, but there are many delicious fruits in season in the winter that are just too good to miss! Crisp apples, juicy pears, sensuous pomegranates, and citrus of...
