Life is Amazing…
The first time I ate Eggplant (or Aubergine as my U.K. Friends call it) - and liked it - I was living in Budapest, Hungary. I met a young woman at an art opening who invited me to her home for a visit. When I arrived she was pan-frying thin slices of eggplant. I'd never seen... Continue Reading →
One of the best things about living in a globalized world is the sharing of cultural cuisine. We can take dishes from every culture and adapt to suit our palate and commonly available food. That's why, when I found myself making an impromptu salsa for a brushetta the other evening, I used the only bread... Continue Reading →
Yes, I've been cooking up a storm here. I recently hosted a delightful woman from Japan. She stayed with me for 8 days; I delivered 3 hours of English tuition and 3 meals, every day. It was fun, and tiring, and rewarding - in many ways - not the least of which was receiving lessons in... Continue Reading →
Alison Amazed 