Archive for February, 2010

February 24, 2010

A History of the World in 100 Objects

Basse-Yutz Flagons (centre), Episode 28
I am in love with A History of the World in 100 Objects, a new radio programme produced through a partnership between BBC 4 and the British Museum! It’s already 28 episodes in, but you can still catch up by downloading the podcast free from iTunes.
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February 16, 2010

Lamb Two Ways

Last week my Mom came to visit for a whole 9 hours in between two flights. She’s been so impressed by my food adventures recently (especially the potato pizza) that I felt I had to attempt something spectacular. Her flight was scheduled to arrive at 8:30 pm but was likely to encounter bad weather, so [...]

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February 2, 2010

Lunchtime: Wonton Soup

Wonton soup is the perfect go-to lazy lunch. I buy those frozen wontons from K.J. Foods from the No Frills or Chinatown East for $2.50-2.99 a pop and stick ‘em in some chicken broth with a touch of soy sauce, sesame oil, ginger powder and garlic powder. Simmer until the wontons are cooked and then [...]

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