Are you ever faced with bringing something along to a dinner and being perplexed with what you should make? Worry not – it happens to everyone! In fact, I scoured my roster of recipes to think of something appropriate for … Continue reading
There are those trips that you vividly remember the architecture, the scenery or the adrenaline-rushing adventure. Our recent trip to Australia with Sherri and Phread to commemorate some 40th birthdays had most of those aspects but also included a healthy … Continue reading
Our quartet has arrived – after many hours of travelling we are at the Dairyman’s Cottage for a few days to rest, relax and wander around the Borassa valley. We were greeted by a scarlet mutt named Ruby. We entered … Continue reading
The very first food blog I subscribed to is called The Bitten Word. It is put together by Clay and Zach who live in Washington D.C. and have subscriptions to loads of food magazines. The piles of magazines were largely … Continue reading
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As the weather is getting chillier – we settle into our homes in the evenings and enjoy versions of comfort food. A popular, carb-laden item I make a few times a year is the salt-studded, chewy, yet soft and doughy … Continue reading
Continuing from my last post, I’d like to share another new favourite appetizer that debuted at the wedding rehearsal/cocktail/New Year’s Eve party a few years ago. I knew we would feature different proteins to appeal to a broad palate. Unfortunately, … Continue reading
A few months ago, Julie wrote a guest post for à la Claude about her wedding rehearsal dinner/New Year’s Eve 2009 party. I decided it is time to start elaborating on some of the delicious bites that were created for the evening. … Continue reading
A few weeks ago, I wrote about the deliciously spiced pumpkin pie ice cream from Sargent Sundae. I vowed to return before the season wrapped up – it took three days for me to stop by and pick up two 1-litre containers … Continue reading
When travelling, one of my favourite activities is to immerse myself in the local food culture. That translates to trying the most interesting and exotic menu items as well as exploring grocery stores, markets and ‘hole-in-the-wall’ food shops. I am … Continue reading
Carol – this post is dedicated to you – welcome aboard the à la Claude adventure! Every now and then, Carol organizes a night for a few of us to gather and re-connect. She is a nurturer and successfully brings … Continue reading
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