Learned something new today…. and it’s the dry method to making home made caramel sauce….
Author Archives: Lemon Tart
Baking with Julia
So I got this neat new recipe book “Baking with Julia” which is a collection of recipes based on Julia Child’s PBS series and written with the help of various “hip” pastry chefs. The book is phenomenal since it explains the basics of every recipe and any/all problems that may arise while making each particular …
Making pasta….
I’m in no way shape or form Italian but I loooooooove making pasta…. and I figured that sharing some of the tricks I’ve learned along the way will help… However, I’m more than open to suggestions and to hear from everyone out there cause I’ve got plenty to learn in this category.
George Street Diner
After yet another lovely greasy breakfast enjoyed in this cozy little diner, I figured it was time to tell the world about the wonderful home cooked food available here. Located on the corner of Richmond and George street, in the heart of downtown Toronto, this crimson red building cannot be missed.
Mildred’s Temple Kitchen
I have to start this post by stating that I’m about to base my idea on one single event and one meal enjoyed in this restaurant. It may be an unfair representation of the restaurant as a whole but for me it was more than enough to help form an opinion.
What goes best with truffles?… More truffles!
Recently had the honour to be invited to a truffle dinner… and unfortunately I can’t share the wonderful flavours experienced of that night but the pictures are a good beginning
Interesting discovery…
Puff Pastry + Lemon Curd = a fairly dissapointing excuse for a lemon tart Having had a little bit of pastry left over from another baked good, I decided to see what would happen if the dough was baked in a little muffin tin and filled with lemon curd. Overall, a yummy wannabe lemon tart …
Memorable European Treats (1)
Just being a pastry snob…
I know it’s not a very nice welcome to start an entry with a rant but I’ve been wondering something for as many years as I’ve been exploring the food world of Toronto: “where are all the good pastry shops?”