August 2012
5 posts
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The Mushroom Man [Local Wild Mushroom Fettuccine]
Through the years I’ve been writing this blog, I’ve been honoured to meet some truly fascinating, incredibly inspiring people. Farmers, chefs, home cooks, sommeliers, fellow bloggers, food-loving bon vivants and so many more. It’s been such a gratifying pleasure to find myself in the presence of those who are as moved by good food and drink as I am. Recently, I had the great...
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Farmers, Chefs & Markets [Heirloom Tomato Tart w...
We rose, slower than usual, from our slumber Sunday morning, sipped our coffees as we rubbed our eyes, and had a small breakfast. We knew saving space in our tummies would pay off as we were in for a treat later in the afternoon. As we pulled into the parking lot of Brewer Park, the current home of the Ottawa Farmers Market, it was apparent that this was no regular day at the market. The parking...
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Humble Comforts [Roasted Tomato & Carrot Soup with...
Isn’t it remarkable that a certain smell or taste can instantly whisk you away to a time tucked deep in the cobwebbed nooks of your memory? One bite and you’re somewhere else, summoning thoughts and feelings as thought you’re right there, living through them again. Food is a wondrous thing, and the memories and traditions we craft around the table and share with friends, family and guests can...
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The Muffins That Changed the World [Sexy Bran...
Ok, so maybe “changed the world” is a little over dramatic. But they certainly changed MY world. And continue to do so. Breakfast was always very important in our family. You didn’t leave the house or start a day without it. Typically, there was cinnamon sugar on toast, cereal (only the occasional sugary variety), eggs on toast, or bagels with cream cheese. Perhaps not the healthiest of choices,...
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On Beergaritas and Beerjitos [Guest Post from Katy...
You know I love a good beverage around these parts, right? Maybe more than I’d like to admit some days. When it’s hot as it’s been all summer, the first thing I’m reaching for after a long day of work followed by a hot evening in the kitchen is an icy cold, frothy pint of beer. There is just nothing like that first sip that leaves a foamy mustache lining your upper lip. ...
