I have to warn you: this is not a simple recipe. Macarons are one of the most delicate and finicky of baking adventures. The ingredients need to be precisely weighed with a scale and there is no room for improvisation. Having said that though, making this recipe is completely worth it! The pale pink pastry […]
Author: Tomiko
Grilled Octopus
It’s almost spring! Well, technically it is spring, but the snowflakes falling outside today prove otherwise. In our family, spring means that the barbeque becomes a regular fixture in our cooking again. As it’s the new year, it is time to try something new. Octopus has always been a mysterious and exotic ingredient for me […]
Happy Hour: Kiwi Elderflower Cocktail
This is inspired by Saint Patrick’s Day, though none of the ingredients are remotely Irish. I decided to use naturally green fruit and coloured accessories and just let the unique flavours shine through.
Make Your Own Spice Rub
An early spring in Toronto does not seem likely with the 15cm of snow expected today. Sadly our polar vortex continues. Here’s how to make a really quick spice rub to flavour any roast that will not only fill your house with delicious comforting aromas, but also keep you toasty warm. All you need is a […]
DIY: Knitting Needle Protectors
I started a herringbone cowl with a super fine alpaca. I love making it, but it hasn’t been my fastest project. Honestly, it’s been untouched for a few weeks. One thing I discovered while working with a delicate yarn is that it does not want to stay on my needles! Without having any point protectors, […]