Part love story, part survival story, part meditation on family dysfunction, this offbeat memoir chronicles the unpredictable life of a young wife and mother on Gabriola Island. Margot’s reflections on marriage, motherhood, isolation, food, and family paint an unforgettable portrait of a modern-day fishwife left behind to keep the home fires burning. True to its […]
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Cooking tips are plentiful and as the desperate housewife of an urchin seaman, Margot Fedoruk shares her soul in this book, Cooking Tips for Desperate Fishwives. The author’s passion for food is beautifully bookended in the first and last chapters of her story. Margot’s profound appreciation for good food, her family’s culinary traditions, and the
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from Cooking Tips for Desperate Fishwives “We go out for sushi downtown near Chinatown in Victoria. We are the only customers in the restaurant. Rick gives the sushi chef a bag filled with fresh urchin. The chef gives us a free appetizer in exchange. Rick can hardly close his hands because urchin spines have lodges
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In a world where food experiences have become an integral part of our lives, Dining in Paradise by Raquel Fox takes us on an enchanting Bahamian gastronomic adventure that transcends mere dining and elevates it to an ethereal experience. Through her unique storytelling and unparalleled expertise in the culinary world, Fox unveils a captivating journey
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As a food enthusiast always seeking unique flavors and culinary experiences, I recently had the pleasure of exploring the Island Gurl Foods’ website, and I must say, it left me craving for more. From the moment I landed on the homepage, I was captivated by the vibrant and enticing array of tropical delicacies that awaited
from Island Gurl Foods Island Gurl Bahama Steam Sauce is a zesty tomato-based sauce that is simply paradise in a bottle. It’s the perfect complement for fresh Ontario Rainbow Trout, complemented with Caribbean Sweet Potato Mash for a tasty island dish. Preparation Time: 5 minutes Cooking Time: 20 minutes Yields: 4 Servings Ingredients 4 Ontario
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Prepare to indulge in a symphony of tropical delights and savor the unique and vibrant tastes of the Caribbean with Island Gurl Foods by entering to win two bottles of sauces (your choice!). Choose from Bahama Steamed Sauce, Mango Jerk Sauce, Flavour Pepper Sauce, Maple Habanero BBQ Sauce or Sweet Guava BBQ Sauce. Live the
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from Dining in Paradise Crème de Banana happens to be one of my favourite liqueurs, so it’s not a coincidence that I make it a primary component in this recipe. Enjoy it with a Yellow Bird cocktail. After all, who says you can’t have a cocktail at brunch? Ingredients Crème de Banana Sauce: 1 cup
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More than 150 recipes explore the intoxication of Bahamian foods, always a centrepiece of enjoyment for family and friends. Good background notes help readers discover the charm of this often-under-rated cuisine which features conch, johnny cakes, cassava and mutton plus a host of other traditional Bahamian specialties. Bahamian cuisine is never bland. The food consists
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Chefs, farmers, and winemakers unite in this exquisite Okanagan cookbook. Whether it’s a simple soup, a hearty main dish, or a special-occasion dessert, each recipe in this book is written by an Okanagan chef, and inspired by an ingredient that is locally and sustainably produced in the Okanagan. Add a wine pairing from a local
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