A Bit About Us

Yes! We’ve changed!

If you’ve been with us for a while you’ve noticed a ‘not so subtle’ change on our site and across social media as of late.

I am excited to share that we are taking our little site to print! Yes, a real, page turning, paper magazine, filled with recipes, cocktails, wine, beer and travel recommendations, focusing on the enjoyment of the gourmet lifestyle. Our first issue will print and be distributed in September of this year. Our website will correspond with the print publication, with new articles added daily.

Our name isn’t the only feature that’s changing. While the site has always been driven by a collection of recipes, cocktails and culinary news, I am now infusing it with a clean, “classic” look with hints of brightness and vigor, enhanced by the “voices” of genuine, talented writers and artists, some of which you may be familiar with as they also write for other publications.

While the online site will always remain free of charge, our print publication will be subscription only and you can subscribe at this link. 1 year for $16.95 and 2 years for $22.95.

Thank you for being such a huge part of what we do every day. I look forward to traveling this road with you and heading into a bright new adventure.

Karie Engels

Live Your Life Out-Loud Every Day!

Are you interested in advertising with us? Please email: Karie@basilandsalt.com

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