Category Archives: the main event
moules frites
I cannot tell you the number of early memories I have of mussels. They are countless. Almost…mundane, in a way. It’s not, say, an oyster. Kept almost always on its beautiful shell and served with delicate mignonettes that try to accent without pulling focus.
harissa-spiced chicken skewers with cilantro chilli oil
Yes, it’s true. I have a very special announcement to make. I thought this day would never come. I was beginning to think it a figure of my imagination. Could our family really be about to increase by one? But then, just when I was starting to think it beyond hope,
almond pesto risoni with salami and wilted arugula
There is a special group of gentlemen within the esteemed carb family which I so admire. I know them only as, “the little-guy pastas”. Yes, yes, my technical knowledge astounds even me. (It’s OK to roll your eyes. I know I did.) Anyway, one of
asian-marinated chicken with salted cucumber and rice noodles
inspired by a dish i saw once in donna hay magazine
Have I mentioned yet that I suffer from culinary ADD? While the majority of North-Americans are thinking about turkey, cranberries, and sweet potatoes, (and of course I am thinking of all that goodness too!) I am also