I never realised how Canadian I was until I moved to France. My constant maple-guzzling and peanut-butter-munching really fits the stereotype! Of course, when it…
Food
Review + Pairing: Terre des Dames La Diva 2018 with Venison and Broccoli Purée
Languedoc is a fascinating wine region. Located in southwest France, along the Mediterranean, its wine making history dates back to antiquity. In fact, it is…
REVIEW: Restaurant Sagamité Introducing Contemporary First Nations’ Cuisine
As with many Indigenous cultures around the world, the traditional diet of the First Nations peoples of Canada were derived from the land. With their…
Sunshine in a Bowl : Saffron & Leek Risotto
The best way to brighten up dark dreary winter days is with a bright and cheery meal. Risotto alla Milanese is arguably one of the…
RECIPE: Easy Leek and Bacon Galette
I just had to share this super easy leek and bacon galette. So many of my friends have been asking for it! Full of flavour…
REVIEW: Gucci Osteria da Massimo Bottura
“Gucci has always represented great design and contemporary lifestyle.” Marco Bizzarri, CEO of Gucci Gucci. The Italian luxury powerhouse has roots in Florence, where it…
RECIPE: Easy Cream of Mushroom Soup
It is mushroom season here in Champagne, France! This means that everyone is putting on their rubber boots and heading into their local forests to…
Champagne and Caviar: A Magical Evening at Château de Courcelles
Champagne and caviar and oysters, oh my! I enjoyed some of the best in French hospitality during a magical evening in the newly opened Orangerie…
RECIPE: Homemade Butternut Caramelle with Brown Butter, Crispy Herbs, Blood Sausage
Making homemade stuffed pastas has become one of my favourite hobbies in the kitchen. Since moving to France, I no longer have access to my…
A Taste of Authentic African Cuisine in Cape Town
After about 22 hours of travel from Champagne to Cape Town, sitting down for a hearty meal was a priority. South Africa has an incredibly…