Thursday Favourite Things – My Slice of Mexico

Mushroom Crepes – Crepas de hongos

July 30, 2026July 31, 2026by Irene6 Comments

French pancakes (crêpes) arrived in Mexico in the 19th century, shortly after the country became independent; the thin pancakes were established as a part of Mexican cuisine during the short reign of Emperor Maximilian I (1864-67). One filling that the emperor favoured was huitlacoche (corn smut), and this choice has remained popular until modern times. For this post, I am using my mom's recipes for crepes and cheese sauce, and provide the option to prepare a mushroom filling if huitlacoche is not available ... click on title for more

Ingredients, International Topics

FIFA World Cup 2026 – Spain – Champions! – A Spanish-Mexican Fusion Menu

July 22, 2026July 24, 2026by Irene4 Comments

The 2026 edition of the FIFA World Cup has come to an end, with the victory 1-0 in extra time of Spain over Argentina. A couple of years ago, I shared a fusion Spanish-Mexican menu inspired by a memorable meal at a contemporary Spanish cuisine restaurant in Chicago. This seemed to fit with all my previous posts during the World Cup, comparing international dishes to Mexican ones .... click on title for more

Backyard Stories, gardening, Ingredients

Midsummer Gardening Update II

July 16, 2026July 18, 2026by Irene9 Comments

By now, the sowing and planting season in Southern Ontario is mostly done, and I will be reporting on the progress of some crops. In this second part, mini cucumbers, parsley, and fingerling potatoes ... click on title for more

Backyard Stories, Ingredients

Midsummer Gardening Update I

July 14, 2026July 18, 2026by Irene2 Comments

By now, the sowing and planting season in Southern Ontario is mostly done, and I will be reporting on the progress of some crops. In this first part, broad beans, mâche, and strawberry spinach ... click on title for more

Ingredients, International Topics

FIFA World Cup 2026 – Mexico, Canada and The USA – Hot Dogs

July 10, 2026July 10, 2026by Irene8 Comments

During the FIFA World Cup 2026, while following Mexico's matches, I decided to find a traditional dish from the opposing country that seemed similar to a Mexican dish. Now that Mexico is out of the competition, along with co-hosts Canada and the USA, I thought of one dish that is common and very popular in all three countries: hotdogs!