Stuck at home sick, for what feels like forever, I have started looking through posts that I’ve started but haven’t gotten around to finishing. Since I haven’t gone out that much and have no energy to cook, my meals have consisted of soups or other unexciting things. I’ve decided this is as good a time … Continue reading »
Monthly Archives: December 2010
“Cures” for the common cold around the world
I am sick. It’s been lingering for the past few days, but yesterday I fully succumbed to it. I think it’s just a cold, but my throat hurts and I have a dry nagging cough. Ever since I felt the first tickle in my throat last Friday, I’ve fed myself with cures to the common … Continue reading »
My perfect day in LA – V 3.02 With Ben
Having food poisoning and the aftermath of not really enjoying eating the past week really hampers one’s motivation to post about food. Even going through my Oaxaca photos has been difficult, because I look and with each photo I try to figure out, “is that the dish that made me sick?” or “should I really … Continue reading »
A very special treat – Lachina’s Tamales
My father in law Henry says to me, “I’ve arranged for Tomas’ wife Lachina to teach you how to make her special tamales. Is that ok with you?” Hmmmmm, let’s see do I want to spend the day with a lovely family in their home learning how to make one of my favourite foods? Of … Continue reading »