Travel. Eat. Cook.
Anyone who knows me well can attest to my obsession with corn. I like it in all preparations – grilled, in salads, in soups, as ice cream (sweet corn ice cream can’t be beat!), cooked in Japanese potato croquettes and sprinkled on top of pizza. …
If you’re thinking of booking an autumn trip and you’re not sure where to go, Florence Italy is one of the most magical and inspirational destinations you will ever visit. I’ve been obsessed with Italian food all my life and finally made my way to Italy …
When I made Argentinian empanadas, I was thinking how perfect the pastry would be for curry puffs, a street snack that’s popular in Singapore, Malaysia and Thailand. They are typically deep fried but I find the baked version to be just as tasty. There is …
When I travel, one of the first things I research is where I can find good local restaurants and farmers markets. One of the best ways to really get to know a country is to taste their local fare and regional produce, and the best …
A stir-fried dish that originated in Penang, Malaysia, jiu hu char consists of dried cuttlefish (jiu hu), jicama, cabbage, carrots and leeks. It’s considered a Peranakan dish, created by descendants of Chinese immigrants from the Fujian province who combined the flavors of Chinese and Malay fare …
When I first came across banana flowers at a market, I had no idea what they were. They were large, purplish-red in color and kind of heavy. Fast forward a few months later, I was invited to a potluck at my friends’ home and one of the …
One of the most beautiful cities in Spain is Seville or Sevilla to Spanish speakers. Situated in the southeast region of Spain, it’s the capital of the Andalucia province. Sevilla is known for its gorgeous Moorish-influenced architecture, mouth-watering tapas, traditional flamenco music and dance, and beautiful …
A few days ago, the World Cup hoopla was at a fever pitch. Mind you, I’m not a sports fan but everyone else around me seems to be one. All I heard for days was about Argentina and Germany, and who’s going to win. I …
Rendang is a type of thick curry that originated in Indonesia but variations of it has become popular throughout Malaysia and Singapore. Typically, rendang uses coconut milk to bring together the sauce but this special family recipe uses lime juice instead. It freshens up the …
Walking down the streets of Old Montréal, I had the Beauty & the Beast soundtrack playing in my head. People were saying “Bonjour” to one another as they walk on cobblestone streets past gorgeous old stone buildings. It was almost exactly like the Disney cartoon’s …