Category Archives: side dishes

Homegrown artichokes and homemade mayonnaise

Posted on 2009/09/02 by Gabi

Look what’s growing in our garden! This year we planted some artichokes just to see how they would grow for us. We are big eaters of the “thorny thistle of bliss” as I like to think of it. We usually … Continue reading →

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In a Hurry Curry -Shrimp Coconut Curry Over Red Quinoa

Posted on 2009/02/11 by Gabi

  When you are in a hurry but you want something a bit more exotic than the usual fare this curry is just the ticket. You’ll have a scrumptious meal on the table within 30 minutes -provided that you have … Continue reading →

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A little Pre-Valentine’s Love in the Crafternoon!

Posted on 2009/02/05 by Gabi

Recently, I decided to host what I affectionately like to call a “crafternoon” -an afternoon of laughter and creativity. I invited my Mum, my sister who lives close by (Sherry) and one of my best friends- (Bonnie). We had lots of … Continue reading →

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Crock Pot Black Beans

Posted on 2009/01/28 by Gabi

  I love to  cook with the crock pot in Winter-okay really anytime.  It’s so easy and it holds the extra bonus of permeating the house with good smells and a real coziness to come home to after a long cold day. Beans … Continue reading →

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