My current food obsession is “burning” fruit and vegetables. I bet you are scratching your head and wondering…


Best Cookbooks of 2012
I am a cookbook junkie. I have an entire bookcase of cookbooks and food related non-fiction titles. And…

Happy pigs make the best bakkwa
It’s no secret I love pig products. Gimme a well-cooked piece of pork and I’m a happy camper….

Pantry Basics: Brined Turkey
My brined turkey recipe arrives too late for this year, I know. I’m just quickly filing it away…

Honey and cinnamon-glazed butternut squash and spiced bar nuts
Without a doubt, Christmas is my favourite time of the year. I love the glittery lights and vintage…

Simple sous-vide techniques for fennel and steak
It’s no surprise to regular readers that I often use sous-vide techniques when cooking at home. I have…

My seafood sausage, an homage to Chanterelle
This past weekend was my brother’s and his wife’s birthdays; they share the same birthday. They also happened…

Mother-In-Law’s Recipe for Turkish Kofte
There was a time when I was married to a lovely Turkish man and that meant summers in…

A quick chat with Hossan Leong
I’ve known Hossan Leong for quite a while now. I really admire his determination and his passion, both…