I’m at a loss for words these days—recent news have left me speechless. Things might be a little quiet around here until I regain some clarity. Thank you for your patience and understanding. Until then, I’m sharing with you pictures of Montreal green alleys that were taken last week after a leisurely lunch at Byblos. Montreal, I …
Friends! On July 29, I will be giving a free workshop on how to grow your own microgreens! If you’re in Montreal or in the area, come on over! Space is limited, so please sign up here. Workshop details: No garden? No problem! Come and learn how to grow microgreens indoors all-year round. In just …
Foraging is a nice word. I love its meaning and what it represents. In French, Google translates it to “recherche de nourriture” and it makes me laugh. Correct me if I’m wrong, but that doesn’t seem to hold the same meaning as foraging. People can search for food in their own pantry, at the market, in the …
I’m back. Did you miss me? I allowed myself to take a few weeks off from the blog as I transition into a new phase of my life. I hope you understand. On May 1st, a new cycle began. For many personal reasons, I decided to take one year off from work. It was a …
Friends, I’m excited to share with you a fun side project I’ve been (quietly) working on for the past two months. Watch the beauty of transitioning fall colours in 45 seconds! One picture from my balcony every morning, from late September until the first snow. You can browse the slideshow using …
Snacking on wild raspberries in Stanley Park, Vancouver I’ve already been back at work for one week and our vacation is starting to feel like a distant memory. Overall, Jason and I had a wonderful two-week road trip on the west coast. Something unfortunate happened on our last night, however. While watching the July 4th …
Chow made with pomme cythere. Chow is a sort of fruit salad that is actually savoury and spicy. It can also be made with pineapple, mango, plums, etc. Last month, my friend Namita and I had the chance to visit the stunning Caribbean islands of Trinidad and Tobago. It was one of those random trips you …
Dear friends, After 18 months of silence, I feel that I owe you an explanation. Without a doubt, these past several months have summed up to be the hardest time of my life, but I now feel ready to open up. On January 12 2011, after undergoing a biopsy on a swollen lymph node, my mom …
Last September, we escaped to Paris for 10 days of indulgence. Here are some of the culinary highlights of the trip. Some displays at the famous bakery “Du pain et des idées” Salade Niçoise – avant Salade Niçoise – après Soupe à l’oignon gratinée Coquille Saint-Jacques Magret de canard Croque-Monsieur Les fromages Impromptu picnic Fondant …