Ro-be-yann nashif (Shrimp Fried with Spices)

Exotic World Recipes, Main Course Recipes

Ro-be-yann nashif is a magical dish from the United Arab Emirates where plump shrimps cook slowly with loads of exotic spices, bezar, loomi and curry leaves. It’s time for the MENA (Middle Eastern & North African) Cooking Group. This monthly group has...

Kadhi Chawal (Yogurt Curry with Rice)

Exotic World Recipes, Main Course Recipes, Recipes from food films and TV, Vegetarian Recipes

Looking for a new Indian dish to make at home? Try this Kadhi Chawal recipe, a very popular yogurt curry in India, served with rice and chickpea fritters. It’s Food ‘n Flix time again! In this monthly group a host picks a movie of...

Montreal en Lumiere 2016

Montreal Buzz

We are about half way through winter and here in Montreal that means one thing: the Montreal en Lumiere festival is just around the corner with loads of fun outdoor activities, shows and culinary treats. Since we live in winter mode for so many months out of the year...

The best Carrot Curry Canelés, a savory treat

Appetizer Recipes, Exotic World Recipes, Recipes from food films and TV

Savory Carrot Curry Canelés are wonderful flavor packed curry bites, beautifully baked in a quintessential French fluted shape. It’s Food ‘n Flix time and this month it is also a very special cross-over with Cook the Books!...

Oven-Roasted Chicken Fajitas & Unique Book Gift Ideas

Cookbooks, Exotic World Recipes, Instructions 101, Reviews

Reading is a great gift for the holidays and these unique book gift ideas are sure to put a smile on someone’s face and introduce a new hobby. If you are a regular reader, you know I get lots of cookbooks and books to play with. Just love them! Are they not the...