Modern Tapas, yes! Shopping, no – Santa Caterina Market in Barcelona

Sunday, March 28, 2010

Modern Tapas, yes! Shopping, no - Santa Caterina Market in Barcelona

I’m sure you’ve heard of the incredible markets in Europe. You’ve heard about the eccentric fish mongers, the ceilings covered with cured meats and the fruit picked freshly from nearby farms. In reality,

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Guilt-Free Miso Mushroom Poutine + TV Appearence

Tuesday, March 23, 2010

Guilt-Free Miso Mushroom Poutine + TV Appearence

I made this recipe Urban Rush, a local talk show today. While we cooked, I also announced my exciting new business venture:
Vancouver Food Tour – Local Food Culture Experience

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Starfruit in Quick Chilli Plum Dip

Thursday, March 18, 2010

Starfruit in Quick Chilli Plum Dip

Star light, star bright, starfruit in my tums tonight!
Starfruit season is quickly approaching and I see them popping up in Asian markets already. This delightful fruit, formally named Carambola, is native to Southeast Asia.

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Video – Furious Olympic Eats on Granville Island

Thursday, March 11, 2010

Video - Furious Olympic Eats on Granville Island

Foodists.ca is a fun and informative food website that I contribute to.
It is a collaboration of passionate and talented “food worshipers” that blog on three categories: meditations (insight), guidance (recipes and tips), and worship (dining / travel)

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Battle Sweet Potato Winners + Win Fennel Pollen!

Monday, March 8, 2010

Battle Sweet Potato Winners + Win Fennel Pollen!

Leela (SheSimmers.com) and I thank all of the contributors to our fifth Beet ‘n Squash YOU ! event.
My partner in crime fried up some light and crispy sweet potato fritters and served it with the perfect Thai sweet chili sauce.

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Sweet Potato Dessert Dumplings with Fennel Pollen and Ginger

Sunday, March 7, 2010

Sweet Potato Dessert Dumplings with Fennel Pollen and Ginger

I’m sorry. I’m only human. My entry is late for my own contest, shame shame.
I’ve been so caught up with Olympic stuff and preparing for my new business (gasp)

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Eat Magazine’s Furious Shoutout

Thursday, March 4, 2010

Eat Magazine's Furious Shoutout

Recognition is sweet.
Recognition from a well-respected magazine that I love is sweeter.
Recognition that refers to me as “Fury” straight up kicks buttocks.

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I Gave Up Meat and Dessert for Canada’s Gold – Hockey Fury Video!

Monday, March 1, 2010

I Gave Up Meat and Dessert for Canada's Gold - Hockey Fury Video!

Yes, this post is about hockey. Don’t turn away just yet, food comes into play.
I’m so – freakin’ – proud to not only be Canadian, but to live in the 2010 Winter Olympics host city.

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