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Category: Our Columns
Curry, an Adventurous Fragrance
This subtle bouquet of bronze coloured spices that peps up savoury as well as sweet dishes, is used all the way from the West Indies to Asia and it passes through Africa and of course, India. It is a mixture that can contain anywhere between five to 30 different spices, but it is most usually […]
Carrots, good for your health and pocket
Given the omnipresence of carrots in our diet today, it’s hard to believe that up until the 19th century, this vegetable was hardly eaten by humans as it was mostly used for feeding cattle. But surprisingly enough, it has been around since 3000 BC, but in its original form, which was more fibrous and bitter, […]
Oranges: King of citrus
The citrus fruit season is in full swing. We all know that they are an excellent source of vitamin C. In this regard, orange is the champion fruit. However, given that vitamin C quickly turns sour on coming into contact with air, it is better to consume only freshly squeezed orange juice or better still, […]
Smart weight-loss tips
At the beginning of the year, we all make some dietary change or the other in order to get rid of those few extra kilos we put on during the holiday season… or during the previous year! But as we all know, it’s very difficult to maintain these good resolutions and weight-loss, especially without any […]
Spaghetti with the least carbohydrates
Originally published in the Journal de Montréal on November 3, 2007. This week, I’d like to recommend a « spaghetti squash» dish, which is very popular among those who follow a low-carb diet, as it can replace normal spaghetti and be topped with many pasta sauces.
The goodness of fennel
Fennel is a plant that originated in the Mediterranean. It has been used as a vegetable and spice since ancient times. The Greeks and Romans were not only very fond of it, they also recognized its medicinal value, especially as an antidote to snake bites and scorpion stings.
The warmth of cheese fondue
Fondue, a classic of traditional Swiss cuisine is the ideal dish for a friendly get-together around the table, thanks in particular to the light-hearted rituals observed during the meal: If a cube of bread is lost in the fondue pot by a man, he has to buy a bottle of wine or a round of […]
Sumptuous recipes for New Year’s Eve
With only a few days to go before the big night, I want to suggest some really simple recipes for you, presented in our usual manner, but which will definitely impress your guests on this very special occasion.
A trouble-free turkey for Christmas
Since the time it was served as a meal to the first hungry settlers, turkey has become the traditional Thanksgiving and Christmas dinner. What’s more, its low-fat and exceptional protein and vitamin content make it the perfect choice of meat for everyone.
Tasty recipes for the holiday season
Today, I’d like to recommend some versatile dishes that are not only suitable for everyday meals but can also take the place of honour in a special holiday meal. In fact, where is it written that we have to spend hours behind the stove during the holiday season?
A noble ‘pick me up’ of unknown origin
No one knows the exact origin of tiramisu, which is without doubt, the most famous Italian dessert in the world. Five regions of Italy – Piedmont, Lombardy, Veneto, Friuli and Tuscany – claim to have invented it and many legends abound. According to one famous legend, this dessert was invented in the court of the […]
Saint Lucy’s Day, the Festival of Lights
December 13 is the Feast of Saint Lucy of Syracuse. Formerly celebrated in all of Western Christendom, it is celebrated especially today in Scandinavia, and in particular, in Sweden. The name Lucy is derived from the Latin word lux, meaning light. And it is this light that is honored during the celebrations.
