The Seasons on the Plate – Part 3
It’s been a long, cold Winter with hearty stew recipes and more potatoes and kale that I care to admit! BUT-What’s that? Longer days, warmer temperatures? Sudden blossoms swaying nonchalantly in the winds of unpredictable weather, their colours are such a pleasant surprise after a seemingly drawn-out Winter. There are definitely warmer days ahead and the […]
The Seasons on the Plate – Part 2
Unbelievably frosty but brilliant, sunshiny, cloudless January skies, Dream-like fairyland, picturesque winterish snowscapes, Frozen waterfalls, slushy, crunchy sidewalks, Nasty Siberian, relentless howling winds, Crystalline, dancing ,unique snowflakes, Excited children quickly descending slippery hills, gliding the frozen lake, Hibernating creatures huddled beneath the frigid, northern solid pond, Cupid’s arrow targeting enamoured couple—Winter with its low temperatures […]
The Seasons on the Plate
Crisp weather, gorgeous patches of gold, scarlet, maroon and caramelized bronze. Trees blazing with a picturesque range of colours.As summer fizzles out, Autumn steps in with a jaw-dropping display of Mother Nature’s vibrant attire. The changing of the weather greatly affects the food we eat as plants have adapted to grow in certain times of the […]
Product of genuine love – deliciously rewarded!
For me, there are few foods which can compete with the pleasure and satisfaction of enjoying a great plate of pasta. It is difficult to imagine surviving without it! My first introduction to the mysteries of pasta was in my Nonna Maria’s kitchen. Endless innovations of pasta and sauces were created to satisfy the family’s […]
How Nonna Fed the Family from the Pantry
With schools, businesses and restaurants closed down, cooking at home for the family is more important than ever. It can feel pretty stressful having to cook breakfast, lunch and dinner day after day for everybody! In the wake of these uncertain times, most families are looking to save time and energy in the kitchen. Right […]