It was a miracle. I got through a Thanksgiving dinner without that sick feeling from too much delicious stuffing, gravy, and chicken, squash, potatoes, and my own personal starchy bliss-coma. I had all those things, yes, but I also made about 6 lbs of roasted vegetables (the … [Read more...] about Lentils with Broiled Eggplants from “Plenty” by Yotam Ottolenghi
Descartes’ Drinking Habits
Dear Dad, I heard a joke you'll like today. As a mathematician, I'm sure you'll appreciate it. So Descartes was at a dinner party and the host was offering drinks to all the guests. Host: "Would you like a drink, Descartes?" Descartes: "I think not," Descartes replied, and … [Read more...] about Descartes’ Drinking Habits
New Harvest Apple Crumble
I'll admit I don't usually love apples, and I don't usually love apple desserts, but when I tasted the spartan apples in the Lufa Farms Fresh Basket I was more than a little shocked by how good they were. Apparently it's actually very hard to grow apples organically and these … [Read more...] about New Harvest Apple Crumble
Ethiopian Injera Disaster
I'm too embarrassed to even post a picture of my injera. So you'll have to imagine the dark, teff-based, supposed-to-be-sponge-y bread I made last week. Injera is that Ethiopian pancake-type bread that serves as both a bed and utensil for stews and salads in Ethiopian cooking. … [Read more...] about Ethiopian Injera Disaster
EnRoute Article about Food in Lima, Peru
I've recently been published by EnRoute! Here's a link to the article I wrote on eating my way through Lima, Peru. I really miss lucuma...and ceviche. Mostly lucuma. Please click 'share' to spread the article on facebook, twitter or whatever other social media you use to disrupt … [Read more...] about EnRoute Article about Food in Lima, Peru
Gluten-Free Blueberry Muffins
Those lovely cultivated blueberries that came in the Lufa Farms Fresh Basket back in the summer? Well one week I managed to not eat them all at my drop-off point, and somehow also managed to freeze a few cups before I could wolf them all down at home. I did it all in the hopes … [Read more...] about Gluten-Free Blueberry Muffins
100-Mile Meal and Community Dinner Chez Robin des Bois, October 16th and Interview with Organizer Tim Murphy of Santropol Roulant
Next Sunday evening, October 16th, boulevard St-Laurent's eco-friendly, mostly volunteer-run, local culture and food-promoting, fine dining-ish restaurant, Robin des Bois, is hosting the 4th annual 100-Mile Meal and Community Conversation. The event, put on by Santropol Roulant, … [Read more...] about 100-Mile Meal and Community Dinner Chez Robin des Bois, October 16th and Interview with Organizer Tim Murphy of Santropol Roulant
Quinoa Lentil Salad with Watercress and Mint
I can’t believe I don’t have a picture of this dish! Quinoa, lentils, and arugula in a simple balsamic-dijon vinaigrette is the perfect potluck or lunch dish. Whole grains, protein, greens and a mild flavouring that is best served at room temperature makes for a nourishing, … [Read more...] about Quinoa Lentil Salad with Watercress and Mint
Khao San Road: The Best Thai in Toronto?
No I haven't eaten at every Toronto Thai restaurant, but I've eaten at my fair share. Though, to be extra fair, I have been in Montreal (land of so-so Thai) for a long time and have maybe forgotten what the general standard for Thai is in Toronto. Still, newly opened and … [Read more...] about Khao San Road: The Best Thai in Toronto?
The Beet Organic Cafe: Because what do you eat when you can’t eat anything?
On the day when you're told you can digest almost nothing, what do you eat? I saw my food allergist and she told me that for a short period of time to a long period of time depending on the food, I had to lay off: 1. Dairy (used to avoiding it, no problem) 2. Wheat and gluten … [Read more...] about The Beet Organic Cafe: Because what do you eat when you can’t eat anything?