I just heard some really disturbing news from a close friend. Last night, he and his wife went…
Best Easy Roast Chook
Until I discovered this recipe, my favourite roast chicken recipe was a rather unhealthy but delicious version picked…
Proustian Berries
During the summer of 1994, I was lucky enough to land an internship with the International Herald Tribune…
Chiva Som Part 3
Over the weekend, my wife and I took a Thai Spa Cuisine cooking class at Chiva-Som. It was,…
Chiva Som Part 2 – Whole Grain Croissants?
Before coming to Chiva-Som, I don’t think I would have ever considered eating a whole grain croissant. And…
Chiva-Som Part 1
Chiva-Som means “haven for life”, and for the well-heeled guests who frequent this gorgeous spa in order to…
Kitchen of the World
I was in Thailand over the weekend, having gone there to check out uber-health spa, Chiva Som, in…
“Work” Trip
I love it when work and pleasure come together. I’m off tomorrow to spend a few days in…
Comfort Food 1
Okay, it’s not the world’s greatest photo or the world’s prettiest dish, but this is my all-time favourite…