The Roaring ‘20s aka The Jazz Age – America’s cultural revolution. Writers, musicians, designers, artists, ushering in an era of experimenting, breaking the boundaries of accepted norms and conventions. It also was the era of the great migration – millions of black Americans leaving the South, seeking greener pastures in the North. And for many,…

Tasting NotesWho doesn’t like that fantastic BBQ taste, sweet, spicy and coupled with pan-fried potatoes, rich, bathed in garlic and onions and the earthy pepper taste.And then that simple papaya salad, sweet, the lime juice adds a nice acidic touch, and it’s terrific, cutting through the rich BBQ chicken. Equipment 2 small bowls. 1 sheet…

San Diego – a great holiday spot on California’s Pacific coast. The attractions are many – a world-renowned zoo, fabulous beaches, an aircraft-carrier-turned-museum, museums and art galleries galore, terrific public gardens. Let’s get started. San Diego Zoo The zoo is a must see. World-renowned – it houses more than 12,000 rare and endangered species. Here…

It’s prized all over the world. Salmon from the Copper River in Alaska – the most expensive salmon in the world. A one pound filet will cost you up to $120 (U. S.). Chefs and some home cooks love it from all over the world. The reason? It has a succulent, buttery, texture based on…

Jim Hart stands out in the echelons of Northwest Coast art. His low profile does not detract from the fact that he is one of most prominent Northwest Coast artists. His works are intricate and stunning in their style and execution. Many are monumental – the Dance Screen, displayed at the Audain Art Museum in…

Tasting Notes Dinner for two. The pork loin skewers, a bit of smoky char, coated in a flavoursome glaze, the noodle salad, slightly spicy, refreshing, bright, sweet and sour. The Pork Loin Marinade – Equipment, What You Need, Method 1 deep pan large enough to hold your pork loin. I plate. I BBQ brush. 2…

Tasting Notes Dinner for two. Luscious halibut, cooked to perfection in a lemony butter sauce, creamy polenta infused with a hearty, salty Italian cheese, vegetables with a nice char, different, powerful flavours, all in harmony will delight your taste buds. What You Need 6 cherry tomatoes, different colours if possible. If you don’t have, one…