Here is a little glimpse of the meal we enjoyed for Valentine’s day. I opened my fridge to find that two big live lobsters had somehow made their way to my kitchen, and I couldn’t be happier. I’m not usually a big fan of surprises, but this one was definitely a much appreciated one! While […] Read more…
2011 archive
The Perfect Breakfast and a Sweet Giveaway!
Let’s be honest. We’ve all had those days when you wake up and need a pick-me up right off the bat. For those kind of days, a nice breakfast might just do the trick. For me, frittatas are definitely the way to go when you have time for a hearty morning meal. Beat a couple […] Read more…
Gooey Butter Tarts
This post will be a short one. I’ve been working on an exciting new food-related project that has been taking a lot of my time. I will fill you in as soon as I can – it’s a good one! These little tarts are sure to make anyone feel better after a hard day. They […] Read more…
Chaussons aux Pommes (or Apple Turnovers)
If I had to name the one food-item I miss the most about France, it would have to be the ‘boulangeries’ at almost every street corner. Growing up, no Sunday meal would be complete without a trip to our local bakery to pick up a fresh – and warm when we were lucky- baguette and […] Read more…
Stuffed Cabbage Rolls
I’ll be honest, cabbage rolls are definitely not the most glamorous or sexy dish out there. I don’t think this would be a meal of choice for any first date or that it’s the kind of dish you would want to be served at a hip restaurant. However, it’s an incredibly comforting meal and with […] Read more…
Chocolate and Cinnamon Swirl Coffee Cake
This coffee cake was a real delight to have over the weekend – it was moist, beautiful and the swirl gave it that something special you look for in a weekend treat. When I first moved to North America and heard about coffee cakes, I was disappointed to find that they didn’t taste like coffee […] Read more…