“Would you be willing to work in London for the rest of the summer?” asked my boss. “Of course!” I responded enthusiastically, not realizing that I’d be expected to have my bags packed in two weeks time. Needless to say,
Review of The Peasant Table in Riverdale
Top 10 bakeries for eclairs in Toronto
Ever since my trip to Paris, I have been frantically searching for Paris-style eclairs. Lucky for me, Toronto has ramped up its french pastry act over the past few months. I was happy to find so many gems baking impeccable versions of my favourite pastry.
A weekend guide to Ottawa
Have you ever watched a movie or read a book without knowing much about it? I would recommend it. There is something about having no expectations, no pre-conceived notions in your head before embarking on a journey that makes it extra sweet.
Pad gra prao (Thai basil beef)
I’m not a fan of breakfast food. I was never into the whole ‘cereal and milk’, ‘toast and peanut butter’, ‘english muffin’, sort of thing. Often times I would just skip breakfast entirely – which is problematic seeing as numerous studies keep pointing to the importance of starting your day with a healthy breakfast.
Chewy, crispy chocolate chip cookies
Oh the classic chocolate chip cookie. What is it about this basic treat that brings so many good feelings to the heart? You must know what I am talking about. It’s that magical feeling that happens in our minds when we take a bite into that gooey,
A Guide to New York City
NYC is addictive. No matter how many times I visit, I leave with an insatiable longing for more. Maybe it’s the high energy you feel while walking the busy streets. Or the countless number of things to do and see. Or maybe it’s the overwhelming variety of amazing food.
Spicy Salmon Patties
Last month I spent a week living with my grandma. I got to watch her as she made fresh paratas using three kinds of flour; rolled out dough for homemade pizza; boiled milk for fresh yogurt; and clarified butter for our morning oatmeal.
Fika Cafe in Kensington Market
A Guide to Paris
One of the things I love about travelling is the anticipation leading up to a trip. You spend hours looking up breathtaking pictures of the sites you will see and places you’ll stay. You browse the street-view on googlemaps to give you a preview of what’s to come.