Amongst the new-to-me seeds this year, I got a packet of watercress; I started some seed indoors last March ... click on title for more
Watercress Update
Author: Irene
Mexican born with Japanese background living in Canada who loves science, cooking and gardening
Chia Seed and Lime Cakes
This recipe combines chia seed and lime for a twist on the classic poppy seed and lemon cake. Drizzling lime syrup or glaze after baking makes the cakes extra moist, and provides a definitely not bland, refreshing sour punch ... click on title for more
Tesmole – Chicken and Veggie Soup with Corn Dumplings
Tesmole is a nurturing soup, traditional in several Mexican states, namely, Puebla, Oaxaca, Michoacán, and Veracruz, featuring corn dough (masa) dumplings called chochoyones ... click on title for more
Huasteca Corn Patties – Bocoles de la Huasteca
Bocoles are a type of patties, made with corn dough, which are very traditional in all of the Huasteca region in Mexico ... click on title for more
Meat Pies with an Irish Touch
For these meat pies, I used my mom's heirloom recipe for the dough and shape, but as a nod to St. Patrick's Day (March 17), I prepared the filling with an Irish touch ... click on title for more
My Slice of Mexico 