Monthly Archives: December 2011

Rouladen, a Christmas Eve Tradition

Posted on December 22, 2011 by Margaret

What special food do you eat on Christmas Eve? Is it maybe a seafood feast, or fondue, or roast goose? Maybe it’s the twelve significant dishes of the Ukrainian tradition, or the Polish version? Is it the French tourtiere, or … Continue reading →

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Peanut Brittle Cravings

Posted on December 9, 2011 by Margaret

I just couldn’t help myself. I went on a brittle bender. I wasn’t meaning to, honest. It’s just that with brittle, it’s addicting. And it was beautiful and snowy outside and Bing Crosby was crooning White Christmas inside and every time … Continue reading →

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Ode to the Lowly, Lovely Chayote Squash

Posted on December 1, 2011 by Margaret

Meet my friend Chayote, my new favourite vegetable.I love hanging out with him. He’s a cool and crispy guy. Fits into any crowd.He’s a member of the squash family, unassuming but surprisingly versatile. I don’t know where he’s been all … Continue reading →

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