I have been trying to post these “after” photos of Donatello and my living room forever. You know how it is- even though we love our space, it’s never quite perfect enough to post photos. I admit, I took these photos for Airbnb! I always planned to take some more, but now it will never […]
Galaktoboureko – Greek Custard Cake
Galaktoboureko is a Greek dessert; basically, it’s a pastry-covered custard drenched in flavoured syrup. Best served warm when the pastry is still crisp and the custard just set, galaktoboureko is a great dessert for a large crowd. The baking dish full of rich dessert can easily serve 12-15 people. Although it is tastiest when fresh […]
DIY: Crochet Emma Lace Scarf by Simona Merchant-Dest
The Emma Lace Scarf is from the book Simply Crochet: 22 Stylish Designs for Everyday by Interweave Press. I chose this scarf pattern because I loved the scalloped edges and the lacework, and I was intrigued by the lengthwise construction. Since I have a rather tight gauge, I used a 4.5 mm hook for this […]
DIY: Celtic Weave Infinity Scarf by Bonnie Barker
The Celtic Weave Infinity Scarf is from the book Celtic Cable Crochet by Bonnie Barker. The pattern in the book uses 2 skeins of SweetGeorgia Cashluxe Fine, a soft fingering (#1) weight yarn, and a 4 mm hook. I adapted the pattern by using eight skeins of golden Madil Yarns Eden Solid yarn, a worsted weight yarn […]
Fried Eggs with Za’atar and Cheese
Fried eggs with za’atar, like some of my favourite recipes, was invented from leftovers. While making breakfast one Sunday morning, I found some extra za’atar spice mixed with some olive oil and a chunk of mozzarella in our fridge. I had already started frying some eggs, so I sprinkled the spice and chopped cheese right […]