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DINING, FOOD + drinks | November 6, 2009

Limited edition of Aquaovo’s eco-friendly water filter

I always admired the stylish design of Ovopur, the eco-friendly water filtering system developed by a Quebec brand called Aquaovo. I think the egg shape glazed porcelain jar looks even better dressed in black. CAVIAR is a limited series available in two patterns: Marcato and Legato. I love both. If I could find a spot in my [...]

DINING, EATING out | November 3, 2009

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Tea Service at Windsor Arms Hotel

I went to Toronto for two days last week to research stories for my blog, to attend a social media event and to meet people. One thing on my list was having a formal tea service. When I saw that Windsor Arms starts serving their tea service at 1 pm, I jumped at the occasion. Some [...]

DINING, FOOD + drinks | November 2, 2009

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Ginger Basiltini Recipe

I wish I tried that cocktail when we went to The Girl & The Fig in Sonoma last January. Next time! In the meantime, I could ask my husband to fine tune our own Ginger Basiltini based on the recipe adapted by the LA Times. If we improve it, I will share it with you. + [...]

DINING, TABLEWARE | October 23, 2009

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Chalkboard Jars at Pier1 Imports

I bought these jars for my husband’s birthday party. I needed them for setting the dessert table. They were, and still are, on clearance at Pier 1 Imports. The chalkboard band is very practical. I really like them. They are a good size. I can fit 1 kg of nuts in the medium sizes (I [...]

DINING, LINENS

October 23, 2009

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Goat Cheese Warmer and French Country Table Linens

Arthur Quentin is a must-shop place in Montreal for anyone who likes to cook or to entertain. You shop there when you are looking for quality and European imported tableware. No need to say that I like this shop a lot. Their new collection for autumn includes this warmer dish to make chèvre chaud (warm goat [...]

DINING, FOOD + drinks

October 22, 2009

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Simplest Way to Serve Burrata Cheese

Last weekend, my husband bought a pouch of imported Burrata cheese. The real Burrata comes from Italy and naturally, they are the best. To tell you the truth, Burrata tastes even better in Italy since the fresher the Burrata, the best it tastes. You must know that it is a cheese that you must eat [...]

DINING, FOOD + drinks

October 21, 2009

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Early autumn minestrone by Jamie Oliver

My husband could tell you how much I love soups. I think that a hearty vegetable soup makes the perfect lunch. Plus, it is a dish that is simple to bring at the office. I love the sight of this early autumn minestrone from Jamie’s Italy. You can get the recipe online. + photo: Jamie Oliver

DINING, FOOD + drinks

October 20, 2009

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Mango Strawberry Snow Cones

Tyler Florence shared a light dessert recipe that will Wow your guests. The best of all is that his Mango Strawberry Snow Cones is ready in 10 minutes. So it is perfect for impromptu dinner party or to serve for dessert to your family tonight. + photo via Food Network

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