This soup is a comforting and healthy choice for a good start of the year, either using zucchini bought at the supermarket, or from the garden, in mild climates or the Southern hemisphere ... click on title for more
Zucchini and Oat Soup
Author: Irene
Mexican born with Japanese background living in Canada who loves science, cooking and gardening
Epiphany Day – Día de Reyes
My recipe for Epiphany Bread (Rosca de Reyes) is very traditional, made with dry yeast, extra egg yolks for richness and colour, and orange flavourings … click on image for more
That 70s Christmas
My daughters and I take turns choosing a theme for our Christmas décor and menu, and this year it was my turn. I decided to go for a retro 1970s theme, which was easy to plan, since I grew up in that decade! ... click on title for more
Sweet Bread – Marranitos
A major pilgrimage to the Basilica of the Virgin of Guadalupe occurs every year during the first days of the month of December, when people travel long distances, often by foot, hoping to arrive on time for the celebration of the Virgin's feast day, on December 12. Outside the Basilica, and many other churches in Mexico, there is always a plethora of stands selling religious items, as well as, of course, all sorts of food and refreshments, such as Marranitos (piggies) ... click on tittle for more
Gansito™ Cake – A Full-Size Dessert Inspired by a Classic Snack
It has become a trend to make full-size cakes that look exactly like snack-size treats, from French fries to chocolate bars and more. For my church's annual Christmas sale, I thought of creating a giant Gansito™, a snack consisting of a chocolate covered vanilla cake, filled with strawberry jam and cream ... click on title for more
My Slice of Mexico 