In an extremely scientific experiment with one Italian-Canadian judge on a live television show, my goal was to see once and for all if gluten free pasta is as good as regular wheat pasta. The Taste Test I made two versions of three kinds of pasta: the three bowls in front are … [Read more...] about Gluten Free Pasta Blind Taste Test: Wheat Pasta vs. Quinoa Pasta vs. Rice Pasta
Everything Else
Local and Delicious Holiday Gifts for Foodies in Montreal
Want to gift something local and delicious this holiday season? Fortunately, Montreal has an awesome artisanal scene of jams, chocolates and other sweets – and "a ring to rule them all...and in the sweetness bind them"? (Aka an online boutique that sells all local foodie … [Read more...] about Local and Delicious Holiday Gifts for Foodies in Montreal
The Best Restaurants of MTL à Table 2017, November 2-16
It's time for MTL à Table – two weeks in fall when restaurants offer $21, $31 and $41 table d'hôte dinners and $15 brunch deals. If you're a frugal foodie, it's an opportunity to snag a fine dining table at a reduced price (without reduced quality). But it's not just for super … [Read more...] about The Best Restaurants of MTL à Table 2017, November 2-16
Dehydration Class with l’Académie Végétale in Montreal with the Crudessence Team
If you think Crudessence is gone, you're almost right. The living foods restaurants were sold and are being revamped and rebranded. But the cooking school is basically still alive – just under a new name – with "the same team of instructors and the same classes on organic, … [Read more...] about Dehydration Class with l’Académie Végétale in Montreal with the Crudessence Team
Homemade Meal Delivery Taste Test on Global Mornings Montreal
Did you miss my taste test segment on Global Montreal yesterday about three local and affordable food delivery services (that aren't Foodora)? Host Laura Casella loved the Quebec yellow watermelon and feta salad from Maurin Cuisine and the chili con carne on brown rice … [Read more...] about Homemade Meal Delivery Taste Test on Global Mornings Montreal
Upcoming Sustainable Sushi Class: Saturday July 15 from 6-9pm
Yes, I ate that. I even made that. And so can you – make that and eat that, I mean – at the sushi-making workshop I'm giving this Saturday night. I don't give these frequently anymore, so it's a great chance to eat some better-than-most-restaurants sushi (at least in … [Read more...] about Upcoming Sustainable Sushi Class: Saturday July 15 from 6-9pm
Montreal Summers and What to Bring to a Lazy Picnic
We earned this summer, us Montrealers. I don't know about you, but my dry skin sure remembers the sub-freezing temperatures of February. I also remember running daily from the metro to my apartment... because I'd be warmer that way. And I remember cursing the false spring with … [Read more...] about Montreal Summers and What to Bring to a Lazy Picnic
Gourmet Quebec Popcorn Tasting on Global Television Montreal
This morning I got Laura Casella to taste a heap of thickly coated caramel, sriracha, confetti, pear almandine and chocolate hazelnut praline popcorns on Global Television Montreal.I think she loved the extra morning boost from the sugar. Here's the segment. The … [Read more...] about Gourmet Quebec Popcorn Tasting on Global Television Montreal
Cocktails from MadeWithLove and Cocktail Invasion Montreal 2017
A month ago I went to the opening of Cocktail Invasion in Montreal and I also went to the all-out MadeWithLove national cocktail championship. I've been in past years and this year was no less of a ridiculous party with tons of quality booze. The room was set up so that each … [Read more...] about Cocktails from MadeWithLove and Cocktail Invasion Montreal 2017
Exploring the World, One Meal at a Time
Ever dream of taking a cooking class in Thailand? Making pizza from scratch with a nonna in Napoli? Drinking Malbec while waiting for your carne asada (a fortunately long wait) in Argentina? I credit Toronto with inspiring me to eat my way around the world. You can almost do it … [Read more...] about Exploring the World, One Meal at a Time