Have you ever infused butter before? I'm not talking a simple herb or spice. I'm talking a good 10 or so simmered to curry-like perfect. Then skimmed and sieved and used sparingly because it's precious. Because when you're cooking bland lentils, you need something to make … [Read more...] about Ethiopian Misr Wot: Lentils with Spiced Butter
Archives for December 2014
Whole Roasted Pumpkin with Brown Rice, Barberries, Cranberries and Sorrel
I was inspired to roast a whole stuffed pumpkin while at an orphan Thanksgiving. All us food- and circus-lovers (longer story) without family in Montreal came together for a potluck on a day meant for being with people you love. I knew a grand total of two people at the potluck … [Read more...] about Whole Roasted Pumpkin with Brown Rice, Barberries, Cranberries and Sorrel
The Best Wines of the Season
I written about wine lately, but it's time that changed. I've attended wine salons, drank glasses of exquisite offerings at restaurants and occasionally splurged at the SAQ, though I can't go back to my neighbourhood one any time soon. This has nothing to do with kissing and … [Read more...] about The Best Wines of the Season