I love leeks. They are cousins of the onions, but they are milder and almost sweet when lightly sauteed. I don’t buy them very often, so I was excited when Meinhilde brought them back from the market. This had to be a dish that would feature the leeks as the main star. I whipped up this frittata after work on […]
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Pig Roast at the Queen City Yacht Club
Our aunt invited us to the annual pig roast, hosted by the Queen City Yacht Club on Toronto Island. The event is held every Labour Day weekend, but Ryan and I didn’t go last year because we spent the weekend at Sauble Beach with friends. We were happy to attend this year, though! There were two […]
Barley Salad with Grilled Chicken, Cranberries, and Dill
After cooking barley for the first time this summer, I was hooked. Barley is so easy to cook and unlike most other salads, this salad keeps a few days in the fridge without getting soggy. It’s a robust salad, great for a picnic or as a weekday lunch. I’ve tried quite a few variations and found that […]
Summery Garlic Salad Dressing
I am not a big salad eater. I was never a fan of vegetables. I remember the first time I wasn’t forced to eat my vegetables: I was about 10 years old, and eating dinner at a friend’s house. Her parents served me a green bean dish, and I couldn’t offend her mother by not […]
DIY: Recipe Swap
On Sunday evenings throughout this winter, Tomiko and I held a Crafty Circle with a few of our friends. One of these friends recently sent this email around, and I tried it out. At first glance it reminds me of an old-school chain letter/email, but this one actually has some benefit! Within a few hours […]