Dutch Babies

Posted 12:21pm Sunday 10th April 2016

It all started with an episode of Bob’s Burgers. They stop at a diner and rave over these pancakes called Dutch Babies.  My BF is Dutch so I asked him what they’re like  and he has no idea. The next morning, I’m stalking Chrissy Teigen on insta and I find a post from Read more...

Herb Nerd

Posted 1:30pm Sunday 3rd April 2016

Welcome to Herbs101, I thought it might be helpful for those new to cooking or just not familiar with this uplifting ingredient to have a basic guide for what to do with them. Here are a few of my faves. Basil This is the herb that sparked my curiosity for all herbs, the little leaves that Read more...

What to do with beetroot and rainbow chard

Posted 2:08pm Sunday 20th March 2016

Welcome to autumn everyone! In honour of this cold and colourful time of the year let’s make something warm and vibrant with some veggies from our local farmer’s market. I confess I haven’t really cooked with either of these ingredients fresh before. I think of rainbow chard as Read more...

Eggplant Pizza

Posted 3:28pm Sunday 13th March 2016

Tis the season for all of my favourite veggies - I was thoroughly impressed by the size of the eggplants I got for this recipe I got two for $6 and I remember in winter last year that one small eggplant would cost the same price. Get in on this, guys.  I’m sure we can all agree that Read more...

Bulgur Wheat & Avocado Salad

Posted 1:25pm Sunday 6th March 2016

If you’re looking to step up your salad game, but are lazy as f like myself - this week’s star ingredient is for you. Bulgur Wheat is like couscous’ sophisticated older cousin. It’s more wholesome so I find using it in meals makes you feel more healthy and like your life Read more...

Mango Sticky Rice (Khao Niao Ma-muang)

Posted 1:38pm Sunday 28th February 2016

This week we have a Thailand delicacy. I took a cooking class while I was there this summer so I’ll probably share a few of the curries and noodle dishes I learned (Pad Thai anyone?). Since I am the kind of person that doesn’t mind having dessert first, let’s start off with this Read more...

Coconut Chole Curry

Posted 1:39pm Sunday 20th September 2015

I'm blessed to live with an authentic Indian who teaches the Indian cooking classes at OUSA. I get one-on-one lessons when we flat cook, so I’ve come to master this curry business. As my first appearance in Critic, I’m going to share with you my ultimate crowd-pleaser meal. I Read more...