Wood-fired plate by Ben Krupka. I bought this pair from him on their way out of the kiln at a WCC workshop and they’re up there on my favorites list. They’re pretty, have adequate heft, are dished enough to keep food in, and have enough of a foot to be securely hand-washed.

The new place has a dishwasher, so that last bit isn’t as much of a concern, but still.

Another Pots and Life entry was about the last thing on my mind after last night’s hike, but the plate was so pretty that I had to take a picture. Fish tacos! Corn tortillas (a little black is essential to flavor) some tilapia fillet (jury is still out on that), lightly sauteed onion, fine sliced red cabbage, topped with some specially doctored mayo. Mayo, fresh lime juice, a splash of vinegar, and finely chopped garlic, parsley, cilantro, salt, pepper, and a couple kinds of pepper – ancho powder, and one other. I declared it a victory.