Homemade croissants, once again.
Croissants 2.0
Smoked Cheddar and Sour Cream Scones
Go back to basic with simple smoked cheddar scones.
Buckwheat Strawberry Buckle with Almond and Cashew Streusel
This is an enriched version of Blue Bottle Coffee's Strawberry Buckle cake. The original recipe uses all white flour, but I've really been enjoying adding buckwheat or rye flour to my bakes. If you're not sure about buckwheat flour, give it a try. It's nutritionally one of the better gluten-free ingredients, it has calcium, phophorus … Continue reading Buckwheat Strawberry Buckle with Almond and Cashew Streusel
Leek and Potato Galette
This rich and hearty leek and potato galette is comfort food at its best.
Pickled Radishes
These pickled radishes add a punch to just about anything. Add them to a grilled cheese sandwich, charcuterie plate or even as nacho toppings! Picked Radishes 1/4 litre jar from David Lebovitz's pickled radishes recipe 1 bunch of small red round radish 1/2 cup water 1/2 cup white vinegar 1 teaspoons sea salt 1 … Continue reading Pickled Radishes
Life lately
I've been trying to make it a habit to take my lunches out of the office, but it's harder in winter when there are no outdoor spots. Coffee shops help a lot.
Happy holidays!
It's certainly been a while.
Easy Spicy Focaccia with Scotch Bonnet Peppers
Paul Hollywood's focaccia recipe is a winner.
Toronto Eats: Kub Khao
The opening of Kub Khao Thai Eatery in Scarborough is a game changer. Before this, good Thai food used to be something we had to schlep to the downtown core for, all while suffering through interminably long subway rides, incessant track work delays or slow-moving streetcars. But not anymore! Now we get to contend with … Continue reading Toronto Eats: Kub Khao
Orange Blossom Madeleines
The trick to the madeleine's characteristic bump is a chilled batter and cold madeleine pan. But bump or no bump, these classic shell-shaped teacakes are dainty and absolutely lovely with tea or coffee.
Three Hour Brunch Friend 