For perfectly straight cucumbers every time
In which I learned about the Victorian-era contraption to guarantee straight cucumbers. You’ll never look at an English cucumber the same way again.
Thinking about apples . . .
Some random thoughts on apples.
Vancouver field trip, part 2
The perfect trifecta of place, memory, and meal at Vancouver’s Liliget Feast House.
The best thing I ever ate (1991)
The best thing I ever ate in 1991 was the Caesar salad from Rojo’s. There is, of course, a story about it. . .
Many excellent cooks are spoilt by going into the arts.
Van Gogh evidently thought Gauguin was an excellent cook. I wonder what he made?
The Joy of Cooking
Wisdom, not just recipes, can be found in the Joy of Cooking.
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I'm Maggie, a food-loving, curiosity-seeking, nature-loving mom. I'm here serving up bite-sized recipes, raves, and reviews about food and family, food and culture, food and the environment, and food and travel. Thanks for stopping by!