For anybody who is unsure about tofu, try this walnut crusted tofu. I love the texture of pressed tofu that’s marinated, then baked until it has that almost sexy golden edge. It’s soft, creamy texture is then contrasted with the toasted crunch of walnuts paired with the robust flavour of tamari is just… marvellous. Don’t […]
Massaged Kale Salad
My food writing class has wrapped up but that doesn’t mean I’ve stopped reading the great food memoirs, essays, and food blogs for the semester. I think it’s safe to say that I’m constantly doing these kinds of readings. My favourite food blogs are written by great writers and photographers alike, like Dinner with Julie, […]
Carrot Mashed Potatoes with Caramelized Onions – And Language Sensitivity
Dear humanity: Stop comparing food with crack cocaine. Crack pie, crack cookies, crack dip. I’m talking about restaurants, food writers, food bloggers, moms, dads, even kids. It’s tacky, intolerant, ignorant, and insensitive to people who have had or have an addiction to crack cocaine.  I get it, whatever the food is, it’s addictive. It fires the […]
Simple Oatmeal
“THIS IS THE BEST OATMEAL EVER!” exclaim numerous Ryerson film students as they excitedly top their oatmeal with shredded coconut and brown sugar. “Coconut?! That’s genius.” The actors come in and grab a bowl and a small smile spreads across my face. I’m bashful of all the compliments, I just want them to be fed and […]
Garlicky Greens
Okay, so Thanksgiving is coming up for my readers down south and I’m sure that many of you are stressing out over how many sides you want or how to time everything and all that jazz. These garlicky greens are easy, really quick, and a great way to get the dark leafy greens into the […]