Signs of Christmas

A rutabaga in your cubicle is a sign of Christmas. I bought this bad boy for my annual contribution to our family Christmas Dinner, the Turnip Puff. A co-worker and admirer of door photographs, brought in some of his Moroccan wife’s bean dish for me try. A generous Christmas gesture gratefully received. An amazing dish,…

Walsh Fry Up

It’s a lazy Sunday morning. The two of us were entwined together in our cozy bed and determined to stay that way all day long until I whispered the word “bacon” in my beloved’s ear. The covers were kicked back with maddening speed, and next thing I know I’m pulling out fry pans, thawing rashers…

Thanks To Boursin Cheese

Listen up all you so-called friends, family, fans and followers. I demand, DEMAND to know right this minute why none of you have told me about Boursin cheese? *hands on hips tapping foot waiting patiently for an answer* I have seen Boursin cheese on the grocery shelves virtually every time I have shopped. I have…

Roasted Red Pepper and Sweet Potato Soup

As I thumbed through Mom’s latest Canadian Living Magazine, I found a recipe for roasted red pepper and sweet potato soup. Canadian Living’s recipes have never let me down, and with Michael away for awhile, I thought I’d make myself something comforting to make me feel all warm and cozy without him here. Actually, my…

Happy Anniversary Argyll Foods – Tienda Latina

Congratulations to Bernardo and Carlos for reaching their first year anniversary at Argyll Foods, now also known as Tienda Latina!I first met Bernardo this past January, and was instantly smitten with his little shop on the corner of 99th Street and Argyll Road. You can read the original post here: Mexico on Argyll. Michael has…