National Taco Day 2026 – Azteca Restaurant in Paris, France
For this year's National Taco Day, I am sharing a few photos of a meal at a Mexican restaurant called Azteca, in Paris, France ... click on title for more
View ArticleCooking with the Harvest – Fingerling Potatoes and Cherry Tomatoes
Almost exactly one year ago, I shared a recipe for a salad featuring my garden watercress and cherry tomatoes, with the addition of store-bought mini potatoes which was such a big hit, that I said I...
View ArticleSix on Saturday – August Harvest
Here are a few of my crops this month ... click on title for more
View ArticleSix on Saturday: Summer Flowers
My garden has been showing off beautiful flowers for the past few weeks ... click on title for more
View ArticleMexican Caramel Crepes – Crepas de cajeta
In this post, I am sharing my recipe for sweet crepes with cajeta - Mexican goat's milk caramel ... click on title for more
View ArticleMushroom Crepes – Crepas de hongos
French pancakes (crêpes) arrived in Mexico in the 19th century, shortly after the country became independent; the thin pancakes were established as a part of Mexican cuisine during the short reign of...
View ArticleFIFA World Cup 2026 – Spain – Champions! – A Spanish-Mexican Fusion Menu
The 2026 edition of the FIFA World Cup has come to an end, with the victory 1-0 in extra time of Spain over Argentina. A couple of years ago, I shared a fusion Spanish-Mexican menu inspired by a...
View ArticleMidsummer Gardening Update II
By now, the sowing and planting season in Southern Ontario is mostly done, and I will be reporting on the progress of some crops. In this second part, mini cucumbers, parsley, and fingerling potatoes...
View ArticleMidsummer Gardening Update I
By now, the sowing and planting season in Southern Ontario is mostly done, and I will be reporting on the progress of some crops. In this first part, broad beans, mâche, and strawberry spinach ......
View ArticleFIFA World Cup 2026 – Mexico, Canada and The USA – Hot Dogs
During the FIFA World Cup 2026, while following Mexico's matches, I decided to find a traditional dish from the opposing country that seemed similar to a Mexican dish. Now that Mexico is out of the...
View ArticleFIFA World Cup 2026 – Mexico vs England – Meat Patties
It has been so much fun talking about traditional dishes inspired by Mexico’s matches in the FIFA World Cup 2026. For the round of 16, Mexico will play against England, and interestingly enough,...
View ArticleFIFA World Cup 2026 – Mexico vs Ecuador – Potato Patties
During World Cups, I like to feature traditional dishes from countries playing against Mexico. Mexico's 32 knockout round match is opposite Ecuador, and both countries include potato patties on their...
View ArticleFIFA World Cup 2026 – Mexico vs Czechia – Pickled Sausages
During World Cups, I like to feature traditional dishes from countries playing against Mexico. Mexico's third match is opposite Czechia, and both countries enjoy snacking on pickled sausages ... click...
View ArticleFIFA World Cup 2026 – Mexico vs Korea Republic – Pork Belly Wraps
During this World Cup, while following Mexico's matches, I have decided to find a traditional dish from the opposing country that seems similar to a Mexican dish. Mexico's next match is against Korea...
View ArticleFIFA World Cup 2026 – Mexico vs South Africa – Fried Breads
During World Cups, I like to feature traditional dishes from countries playing against Mexico. Mexico's first match is opposite South Africa, and both countries have a traditional fried bread ... click...
View ArticleOn How Paris Reminded Me of Mexico City
Because Mexico was once under French rule, and a Mexican dictator favoured European styles, Mexico City has landmarks that resemble their counterparts in the French capital ... click on title for more
View ArticleThe Second French Intervention in Mexico – Relevance and Celebrations of...
In Mexico, May fifth (Cinco de Mayo) is still commemorated as the day of victory in the Battle of Puebla, but in the United States and other countries, Cinco de Mayo has become a celebration of...
View ArticleOf Salamanders and their Mythical Lore
Salamanders are identified as amphibians forming a group of ten families of the order Urodela. The mythical lore of these amphibians is related to fire, in which they are believed to be born from fire,...
View ArticleA Tour around Beauvais and the French Taco
Continuing with some stories about my recent trip to France, while my husband was working for two weeks, we stayed in the town of Beauvais. In this post, I share a little about its history and food ......
View ArticleEaster Time and Timing – Of Churches and Celebrations
Easter Sunday is approaching fast, so I thought I would take the opportunity to show some photos of the magnificent churches I recently visited in France, and talk about how the onset of the Easter...
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