Just realised it’s been a month since I moved to Ottawa for this new job- it has pretty much flown by, after the initial awkward-settling-in period. I really can’t complain so far and hope that good times will continue. It’s great to be able to spend time outside talking to people rather than being cooped […]
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WHEW, I got into graduate school after all! Thank the academic god(esse)s! I will be doing a Masters of Science in Planning at the University of Toronto starting this autumn…sounds kinda neat, right? It’s just a huge relief to have some sort of plan for the next two years, since I’ve been floundering a bit […]
I’m in a bit of a “discovering new music” phase, so I’ve put together another 8tracks mix – check check it out: “Renewal” mix Also I finally got to see Bombay Bicycle Club live (um, let’s not speak of that fact that we arrived a bit more than fashionably late and missed some of their […]
Sunday = pancakes for breakfast, as long as I have time and ingredients! These were actually my favourite that I’ve made recently. Banana walnut oat bran is a delightful combination. La recette, based on one from In Praise of Leftovers: **Makes about 9 smallish pancakes or 2 servings** 1/2 c. all-purpose flour 1/4 c. oat […]
YEAH for sunny Sundays! And being warm enough to eat lunch in the park! [Tofu banh mi from a place in Downtown Kitchener] A quiet little spot Now for some kitchen snaps… Easy meal of fusili with cheesy sauce, edamame, and carrots: With a side of ELLE Canada…fashion mags are a guilty pleasure of mne […]
Why have I never tried chocolate oatmeal before? This creation was composed off: 1/4 Bob’s Red Mill multigrain cereal Pinch of cinnamon 1 c water Splash of almond milk 1/2 banana, sliced 1 Tbsp cocoa powder Peanut butter Frozen raspberries Pretty splendid way to start the day. [Frozen raspberries, why are you so un-photogenic?] Another […]
I was in Toronto for a few days for interviews and enjoyed some good meals and excursions into the wintry city! Breakfast: fried egg with arugula and avocado on half a bagel, with pear on the side. I also cracked open my Wanda’s Pie in the Sky cookbook to make these “gorilla” cookies: Basically a […]
When one is finished school and unemployed, free time is available in delightfully long stretches. Plenty of time for a leisurely Saturday brunch with a friend! Recipe adjusted from All Recipes – Todd’s Famous Blueberry Pancakes: *Makes 10-12 small pancakes* 1 1/4 cups all-purpose flour 1/2 teaspoon salt Pinch of cinnamon 1 tablespoon baking powder […]