Belgian Liege Waffles

Belgian Liege Waffles

Liege waffles are different than regular American breakfast waffles (like our version here). They are also less cakey than German dessert waffles. Lastly, they are different than the large, fluffy ‘Belgian waffles’ you might find on restaurant menus here in North America (like IHOP). Traditional Liege waffles from Belgium are made from a buttery, eggy […]

Favourite Swedish Pancakes

Favourite Swedish Pancakes

These Swedish pancakes are my favourite type of pancake! Our mom is German so she isn’t used to and doesn’t like the fluffy, American-style flapjacks that are the regular pancakes in Canada. While I don’t mind those, I prefer these thin, crepe-like Swedish pancakes. I find that these are more toothsome and less fluffy and […]

Fried Eggs with Za’atar and Cheese

Fried eggs with za’atar, like some of my favourite recipes, was invented from leftovers. While making breakfast one Sunday morning, I found some extra za’atar spice mixed with some olive oil and a chunk of mozzarella in our fridge.  I had already started frying some eggs, so I sprinkled the spice and chopped cheese right […]

Exploring Manchester in Three Days

Exploring Manchester in Three Days

Ryan and I flew to Manchester in mid-July. His sister was graduating from Manchester Metropolitan University and we were invited to her convocation. Of course we said yes, especially since I’ll take any excuse to travel!    

Trini Saltfish Buljol

Trini Saltfish Buljol

Saltfish buljol is a sort of fish salad (like the Trini version of tuna salad) that is usually eaten as a breakfast food alongside bake. The word buljol is a corruption of the French brûle gueule, which means “burn mouth,” implying that this dish has a fiery kick. You can make this as spicy as […]