Irina Nikifortchuk was 19 years old and a Ukrainian schoolteacher when she was abducted to be a forced laborer in the Leica camera factory in Nazi Germany. Decades later Sasha Colby, Irina’s granddaughter, seeks out her grandmother’s story over a series of summer visits and gradually begins to interweave the as-told-to story with historical research. […]
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Everything you need to know about fermentation to start a little revolution in your pantry! Fermentation is one of the hottest kitchen trends, and for good reason— fermentation allows us to transform the ordinary to the extraordinary (think: delicious pickles, olives and ginger beer). But more than that, fermented foods have enhanced nutritional value, aid
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An endearing historical text that brings you to the center of the East Prairie Metis community. Experiences shared by the firsthand accounts of Elders and settlers are supplemented with personal photographs and family recipes creating a deep connection to both the text and the community. Recipes such as Theresa Auger’s “Bachelor Bannock” allow the reader
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An intergenerational source of wisdom and knowledge, Mitji combines a cultural history of Mi’kmaw cuisine with a practical cookbook.The welcome call of “Mitji” can be heard by Mi’kmaw children, hungry workers, family, and friends when dinner is ready. This book, too, is an invitation to celebrate and practice Mi’kmaq foodways: the recipes passed down from one generation
For 50 years, Barbara McLean has tended a flock of Border Leicester sheep on her small Ontario farm. Shepherd’s Sight shares the crises, pleasures, and challenges of farm life through the seasons. Now in her 70s, McLean faces a new problem: how much longer she can continue with the physically taxing work that is her central source
In his third book, Rock Recipes Christmas, Newfoundland blogger, Barry Parsons provides everything you need to prepare for the ultimate holiday season. From the perfect turkey dinner with all the trimmings to delectable cakes, cookies, breads, and desserts—there are even recipes for gift giving—Parsons offers the blueprint for a truly delicious festive season. A New
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French Pastry is as Easy as Un, Deux, Trois French baking is now more approachable than ever with Beaucoup Bakery co-owner and Yummy Workshop founder Betty Hung’s beginner-friendly, easy-to-follow recipes. Whether you’re new to baking or looking to expand your skills, with French Pastry 101 you’re only a recipe away from delighting your family and
Butter Cream is no saccharine story about whipping, spreading and creaming in the pursuit of perfection; it’s the chronicle of an intense year of learning and tasting, dramas at the stove and in the locker room. It’s about fights, friendship and competition, fallen cakes and rising doughs. Sometimes, unexpectedly, it’s about the sheer joy of baking.
It’s often said that the main export of the Maritimes is Maritimers, and the same is true of Newfoundland. “Going down the road” is a way of life, but so is coming home for Christmas. It is tradition marked by happiness, fun, and sometimes less comfortable emotions. Given the regional penchant for yarn spinning, this
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For two decades, thousands of families have made Best of Bridge recipes part of their holiday celebrations. These classic recipes come from Best of Bridge fan favorites as well as new recipes that are sure to become instant holiday classics. The best holiday-worthy roasts and other special entrées for celebrations are here, along with fabulous
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