What is a Cucamelon? Can I Grow Them? You’ve might have already seen this unique fruit, even if you didn’t know what they are. They’re all over Instagram every summer because they look like tiny watermelons. Even though they’re called cucamelons, or melothria scabra they’re not really cucumbers and they’re definitely not melons. They’re a…
What are Fiddleheads and When Are They In Season?
Every spring, chefs in North America proudly present recipes with Fiddleheads. And with good reason, these tender delicacies are only available for a short season, for few weeks they are spring fresh (although, if you are lucky you can now get frozen fiddleheads all year round). Fiddleheads also called fiddlehead ferns or ostrich ferns. They…
Opo Squash, What is it and How do I Eat it?
Opo Squash or long squash, as it is often called in Canada, isn’t actually a type of squash at all but rather a gourd. Other names this unique vegetable goes by are bottle gourd, snake gourd, Tasmania bean, and calabash squash. The term Opo squash is Chinese in origin – and it is used in a…
What is Kohlrabi? What Do I Do With It?
You may have seen kohlrabi at your local farmer’s market, grocery store, or received it in a produce or farm share box but hesitated because you weren’t sure what to do with this unique vegetable. You may ask What is Kohlrabi? What Do I Do With It? Kohlrabi can seem intimidating – it almost looks like…
What are Shishito Peppers? How do I cook them?
What are Shishito Peppers? How do I Cook Them? What are Shishito Peppers? How do I Cook Them? Shishito Peppers are one of the hottest new ingredients being featured in recipes right now. Eating blistered shishito peppers on their own make a great appetizer or side dish. Fortunately for the spice-averse, the hot is more…
What is Feng Shui?
What is Feng Shui? Have you heard about Feng Shui? What is Feng Shui? Have you wanted to try it out in your home but didn’t know where to start? Feng Shui is an ancient Chinese design philosophy centered on balancing the energy in your home. The word Feng translates roughly to wind and Shui…
What is Ube? What Can I Make With It?
What is Ube? What Can I Make With It? Have you seen the plethora of purple desserts on Instagram and Facebook of late? It seems like violet is the new hot color for desserts. I can’t scroll through Instagram without seeing pictures of purple brownies, purple ice cream, purple cake, or even purple chips. No,…
What is the Best Frying Pan?
What is the Best Frying Pan? Frying pans are one of the most important and versatile kitchen tools you’ll own but What is the Best Frying Pan? Most of us started out with a hand me down set, or maybe a cheap and cheerful pan that was on sale somewhere. There’s nothing wrong with that…
How to Make Perfectly Poached Eggs
How to Make Perfectly Poached Eggs You may think that perfectly poached eggs are the sole domain of restaurants and expensive hotels, but they’re not. With a little practice and some great tips, you too can learn How to Make Perfectly Poached Eggs. Think of enjoying the art of breakfast with poached eggs. There are…
How To Set a Table
How To Set a Table Whether you’re hosting a dinner party or want to make your everyday dining a little more elegant, knowing How To Set a Table properly is a necessary skill. It can be a little intimidating to try to figure out where everything goes on your own though, so I’m happy to…
How to Throw a Halloween Party
How to Throw a Halloween Party Trick or Treating is lots of fun but why limit the Halloween fun to one day? Extend your fun by learning How to Throw a Halloween Party for your friends and neighbors! I love Halloween and it’s not just because of the candy (but candy and other Halloween treats…
How to Make the Perfect Pie Crust Recipe
How to Make the Perfect Pie Crust Recipe One of the best things any aspiring baker can do is to learn How to Make a Perfect Pie Crust Recipe. Once you’ve mastered the crust, you can do a lot with the filling. From a traditional apple or pumpkin pie to a fancier custard, pecan or…