As many of us know, acid is a main component in cooking and a curious one indeed. One drop of lemon juice can transform a soup, vinegar balanced against olive oil makes a salad and in my new career as a mustard maker I use it in gallons. Acidity brings food alive.We are still so […]
Food Sutra – a book review
a memoir of the foods of India I have always enjoyed books that mix storytelling with delicious recipes. Food Sutra – a memoir of the foods of India is one of those books. Don’t get me wrong, it is not a “recipe book” in the typical sense; although you will learn about many dishes and […]
No more sleepless nights
Sleepless nights I (Nat) have been wearing ear plugs to sleep since 2003 after our first year in New York and barely sleeping a few hours a night. Between the loud neighbours and the traffic noise, it was the only way to get a full night’s rest. I soon became dependent and after moving from […]
Keeping your home safe while traveling
*Sponsored post Making lists Planning a trip can be very exciting and sometimes quite overwhelming. We usually get started by doing a lot of research and making a ton of lists. Lists of some of the touristy sights we might want to check out, of hotels, hostels and short and long term apartments we’d like […]
Between two trees
Perfect summer’s day There is no image that portrays a perfect summer’s day better than a hammock stretched between two trees surrounded by lush nature. Ultimately, said hammock would be strung between two palm trees and the backdrop would be a turquoise blue sea but you make paradise where ever you can and carve out […]
How To Cater a Birthday Party – sponsored post
No matter the size of your guest list, a birthday party can be a daunting event to prep for. One detail that you shouldn’t have to stress about is the menu. The simplest way to go is a meal that’s affordable and accessible. Providing food can be as easy as requesting the nearest pizza delivery. […]
Provisions – a book review
Dark and Dreary months During these dark and dreary months here in the Pacific North West it was like a ray of sunshine when I opened my copy of Provisions a cookbook with roots in Caribbean cooking. Written by sisters Michelle and Suzanne Rousseau, very successful restaurateurs in Kingston Jamaica with their groundbreaking restaurant Ciao Bella, fusing classic […]
Meet Ulla, smart hydration reminder
Dehydration According to the Mayo Clinic, if you experience any of these symptoms: Extreme thirst Less frequent urination Dark-colored urine Fatigue Dizziness Confusion You are probably dehydrated. I know I don’t always drink enough water and simple as it is, I sometimes find it difficult to incorporate into my lifestyle. Small but powerful Ulla arrived […]