Discover and re-discover Mexico’s cuisine, culture and history through the recipes, backyard stories and other interesting findings of an expatriate in Canada
In Mexico, the basic salpicón recipe might look like a pico de gallo salsa fortified with shredded beef, but it is often doctored with other vegetables. Prepared as an individual portion in a bowl, its versatility makes it a balanced low-carb and high-protein meal ... click on title for more
The berry season is in full swing in my backyard; although some of the varieties are new to me and too young to produce fruit this year, I am including them on the list ... click on title for more
It has been a few very interesting weeks for me; my husband had to go to Sweden for work and ... yes, I tagged along again! Soon after coming back, we both fell ill with Covid, and all that explains both the lack of recent posts, and the lacklustre state of my backyard: Weeds reigning free! ... click on title for more
As the summer is coming to an end here in Southern Ontario, Canada, my main growing season is also wrapping up in the backyard, and the bounty of the harvest is at its peak. Here are six crops that are being earnestly used or preserved in my kitchen ... click on title for more
I have been growing edibles in my backyard in Southern Ontario for ten years. This post features six that have enhanced my Mexican recipes throughout that decade ... click on title for more
My Slice of Mexico 