By admin on October 28, 2013
What started off as a simple article introducing you all to a new fruit hybrid that I came across several months ago, has ballooned into a controversial one as I began to look deeper and deeper on the topic of GMO (Genetically Modified Organisms) also referred as GE (Genetic Engineering) and the impact it has on the food that we put in our mouths.
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I must admit that controversial topics such as this one, are normally one’s I steer clear of as this blog is not a place where I try to sway individuals such as yourselves to my line of thinking let alone to jump on my band wagon so to speak regarding highly debatable topics. I try to give informed opinions and that’s exactly what they are – MY informed opinions. You may agree with my words or you may not and that’s the beauty of this forum. I use this space to give out information and where I stand on the matter…be it a delicate opinion at times or a rather non-apologetic harsh one – all depending how deeply impacted the topic is to my heart.
I was not prepared to be caught up in all the literature that is out there regarding this topic and to read the ginormous impact that GMO’s have on our daily lives through consumption and otherwise. I am not saying that I had my head in the sand let alone in the clouds but I was not well versed on this subject. Like everything else in our lives, the more you know about a particular topic it automatically places you in a better position to make an educated and informed opinion. And believe me, this was an education of sorts for this foodie.
So where to begin…well first off I needed to be brought up to speed on what exactly were GMO’s or GE’s. I had heard snip-it’s on the news regarding GMO’ and glanced casually over newspaper articles regarding this biochemistry anomaly. But if I am being brutally honest, I tend to not be interested in those types of articles as they appear bore-some and too scientifically written that I am usually uninterested by the second paragraph…scratch that…by the second sentence…now that’s being brutally honest to an audience!
What are Genetically Engineered Foods / GMOs?
Plants or animals that have had their genetic makeup altered to exhibit traits that are not naturally theirs. -From the glossary on the Monsanto website.
Organisms in which the genetic material (DNA) has been altered in a way that does not occur naturally. -World Health Organization
Food items that have had their DNA changed through genetic engineering. Unlike conventional genetic modification that is carried out through time-tested conventional breeding of plants and animals. Combining genes from different organisms is known as recombinant DNA technology, and the resulting organism is said to be “genetically modified,” “genetically engineered,” or “transgenic.” GM products include medicines and vaccines, foods and food ingredients, feeds, and fibers.
This relatively new science allows DNA (genetic material) from one species to be transferred into another species, creating transgenic organisms with combinations of genes from plants, animals, bacteria, and even viral gene pools. The mixing of genes from different species that have never shared genes in the past is what makes GMOs and GE crops so unique. It is impossible to create such transgenic organisms through traditional crossbreeding methods.
With every controversial topic comes along two sides to it. Upon researching GMO’s it became quite apparent what ‘side’ a large percentage of people were advocating. There was no shortage of documents and theories on how the modification of certain food groups can lead to potential abnormalities to our immune system down the road is a common argument that is being spread and with its merit. Without long term studies on animals and human test cases, we are at the mercy of the unknown. We don’t know the outcome of what years of GMO consumption will do to us let alone our children and their children. But like I mentioned before, there are two sides to every topic…
Benefits of GMO’s
List of genetically modified foods:
Some estimates say as many as 30,000 different products on grocery store shelves are “modified.” That’s largely because many processed foods contain soy. Half of North America’s soy crop is genetically engineered!
Rapeseed – Resistance to certain pesticides and improved rapeseed cultivars to be free of erucic acid and glucosinolates. Gluconsinolates, which were found in rapeseed meal leftover from pressing, are toxic and had prevented the use of the meal in animal feed. In Canada, where “double-zero” rapeseed was developed, the crop was renamed “canola” (Canadian oil) to differentiate it from non-edible rapeseed.
Honey – Honey can be produced from GM crops. Some Canadian honey comes from bees collecting nectar from GM canola plants. This has shut down exports of Canadian honey to Europe.
Cotton – Resistant to certain pesticides – considered a food because the oil can be consumed. The introduction of genetically engineered cotton plants has had an unexpectedly effect on Chinese agriculture. The so-called Bt cotton plants that produce a chemical that kills the cotton bollworm have not only reduced the incidence of the pest in cotton fields, but also in neighboring fields of corn, soybeans, and other crops.
Rice – Genetically modified to contain high amounts of Vitamin A. Rice containing human genes is to be grown in the US. Rather than end up on dinner plates, the rice will make human proteins useful for treating infant diarrhoea in the developing world.
Soybean – Genetically modified to be resistant to herbicides – Soy foods including, soy beverages, tofu, soy oil, soy flour, lecithin. Other products may include breads, pastries, snack foods, baked products, fried products, edible oil products and special purpose foods.
Sugar cane – Made resistant to certain pesticides. A large percentage of sweeteners used in processed food actually comes from corn, not sugar cane or beets. Genetically modified sugar cane is regarded so badly by consumers at the present time that it could not be marketed successfully.
Tomatoes – Made for a longer shelf life and to prevent a substance that causes tomatoes to rot and degrade.
Corn – Resistant to certain pesticides – Corn oil, flour, sugar or syrup. May include snack foods, baked goods, fried foods, edible oil products, confectionery, special purpose foods, and soft drinks.
Sweet corn – genetically modified to produces its own insecticide. Officials from the US Food and Drug Administration (FDA) have said that thousands of tonnes of genetically engineered sweetcorn have made their way into the human food supply chain, even though the produce has been approved only for use in animal feed. Recently Monsanto, a biotechnology food producer, said that about half of the USA’s sweetcorn acreage has been planted with genetically modified seed this year.
Canola – Canola oil. May include edible oil products, fried foods, and baked products, snack foods.
Potatoes – (Atlantic, Russett Burbank, Russet Norkatah, and Shepody) – May include snack foods, processed potato products and other processed foods containing potatoes.
Flax – More and more food products contain flax oil and seed because of their excellent nutritional properties. No genetically modified flax is currently grown. An herbicide-resistant GM flax was introduced in 2001, but was soon taken off the market because European importers refused to buy it.
Papaya – The first virus resistant papayas were commercially grown in Hawaii in 1999. Transgenic papayas now cover about one thousand hectares, or three quarters of the total Hawaiian papaya crop. Monsanto, donated technology to Tamil Nadu Agricultural University, Coimbatore, for developing a papaya resistant to the ringspot virus in India.
Squash – (yellow crookneck) – Some zucchini and yellow crookneck squash are also GM but they are not popular with farmers.
Red-hearted chicory – (radicchio) – Chicory (Cichorium intybus var. foliosum) is popular in some regions as a salad green, especially in France and Belgium. Scientists developed a genetically modified line of chicory containing a gene that makes it male sterile, simply facilitating the production of hybrid cultivars. Today there is no genetically modified chicory on the market.
Cotton seed oil – Cottonseed oil and linters. Products may include blended vegetable oils, fried foods, baked foods, snack foods, edible oil products, and smallgoods casings.
Tobacco -The company Vector has a GMO tobacco being sold under the brand of Questยฎ cigarettes in the U.S. It is engineered to produce low or no nicotine.
Meat – Meat and dairy products usually come from animals that have eaten GM feed.
Peas – Genetically modified (GM) peas created immune responses in mice, suggesting that they may also create serious allergic reactions in people. The peas had been inserted with a gene from kidney beans, which creates a protein that acts as a pesticide.
Vegetable Oil – Most generic vegetable oils and margarines used in restaurants and in processed foods in North America are made from soy, corn, canola, or cottonseed. Unless these oils specifically say “Non-GMO” or “Organic,” it is probably genetically modified.
Sugarbeets – May include any processed foods containing sugar.
Dairy Products – About 22 percent of cows in the U.S. are injected with recombinant (genetically modified) bovine growth hormone (rbGH). **I couldn’t find statistically for Canadian Dairy products
Vitamins – Vitamin C (ascorbic acid) is often made from corn, vitamin E is usually made from soy. Vitamins A, B2, B6, and B12 may be derived from GMOs as well as vitamin D and vitamin K may have “carriers” derived from GM corn sources, such as starch, glucose, and maltodextrin.
The world divided on the ‘debate’
The genetically modified foods controversy is a dispute over the use of food and other goods derived from genetically modified crops instead of from conventional crops, and other uses of genetic engineering in food production. The dispute involves consumers, biotechnology companies, governmental regulators, non-governmental organizations, and scientists.
The key areas of controversy related to GMO food are whether GM food should be labeled, the role of government regulators, the effect of GM crops on health and the environment, the effect on pesticide resistance, the impact of GM crops for farmers, and the role of GM crops in feeding the world population.
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| A snapshot of where certain countries stand in regard to GMO labeling |
According to Environment Canada:
Canada is the third largest producer of genetically modified organisms (GMOs) in the world. As the cultivation of GMO crops intensifies and expands, ecological risks are emerging, such as superweeds, pest resistance, and adverse effects on non-target organisms. GMO animals such as fish are also being developed, raising additional concerns about potential environmental risks. As yet, there is little information available on the potential adverse effects of GMOs on aquatic ecosystems.
Environmental scientists do not yet know what long-term impacts on biodiversity and ecosystem function could result from dispersing GMOs and related products such as herbicides and Bt toxins (Bacillus thuringiensis toxins) in the environment, what effects they could have on indigenous microorganisms and invertebrates in streams and soils, and what threats they might pose to water quality.
The industry faces huge losses if mandatory labelling is implemented. The fear is that consumers will see the labels as a warning and avoid these foods, and that food processors will reformulate their products to avoid GM foods rather than place labels. It also says labels will increase the price of foods produced and processed in Canada.
At the end of the day, after all the facts have been laid out (I have only touched the surface in regards to the complexities and intricacies that GMO’s have with them), it all comes down to you, the consumer. You have the final say and you make that decision when you purchase your food.
I will leave you with this quote that I found to be very fitting….
Until we know without a doubt that GE crops are safe to eat, we should have a choice about whether we want to eat them.
FT
Oui, Oui Paris!! ๐จ๐ต๐ผ
My City of Love adventure, thanks to @uniworldcruises, was simply AMAZING!!
Discovering Monmartre and other famed locations that Paris is known for during my @retro_tour_paris was a thrilling bucketlist experience!!๐จ๐ต๐ผ๐๐ฅฐ
This was the ultimate way to see Paris and all its magnificent beauty - a Retro Sidecar adventure.๐จ๐ต๐ผ๐
I enjoyed switching from being in the Sidecar to riding back of the motorcycle. What a rush!!๐
The crowds in Monmartre were sureal and loved taking photos of the Retro Sidecar. My skilled driver, Max, handled driving on the cobblestones with ease, especially as we drove at the famous Arc de Triomphe. I was a bit scared being low to the ground in the Sidecar, but felt safe even though cars were very close!๐ซฃ๐
The Retro Sidecar experience brought me to many unforgettable sights, including the stunning Basilique du Sacrรฉ-Cลur de Montmartre - such beauty!
Beauty + Adrenaline = My Paris souvenir, that will last me a lifetime!!๐จ๐ต๐ผ๐ ๐ฅฐ
When in Paris, this adventure is HIGHLY recommended! ๐ ๐
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Nov 3
All things luxurious and gold, this
is @chateauversailles ๐ฐ๐ธ๐ผ๐คฉ
I had the opportunity to visit this magnificent palace during my S.S. Joie de Vivre voyage thanks to @uniworldcruises๐ณ๐จ๐ต
Chรขteau de Versailles cheat sheet:
๐ฐ Louis XIV (Sun King) created it
๐ฐ Louis XV (The Beloved) enjoyed it
๐ฐ Louis XVI and Marie Antoinette died in it.
The Palace is absolutely STUNNING!! The decor, fabrics, artistry, and much, much more can easily leave any person in awe! I loved walking through the most famous room of all, The Hall of Mirrors.. such richness and extravagance!! ๐ช ๐
What was once a humble hunting lodge is now the opulent Chรขteau de Versailles. A time where lavish French royalty and luxury was a must, to becoming a symbol of inequality that incited the French Revolution.
Today, the Chรขteau de Versailles contains 2,300 rooms spread over approximately 63,154 square meters. It is one of the most visited palaces in France and a celebrated work of the 17th century. I`m in love with all the gold touches!!๐
Does the photo with the horse look familiar? This is Zeus, the mythical metal horse of the Paris 2024 Olympic Games Opening Ceremony at the Chรขteau de Versailles. ๐ฆ
I learned that Marie-Antoinette is the only Queen that influenced Chรขteau de Versailles with her own taste and what a distinctive and glamorous taste she had. The photo of the bedroom is actually Marie Antoinette`s room with all the glitzy gold touches that she was known for, especially rich fabrics and draperies.๐ธ๐ผ๐ฐ
It is an incredible excursion that I recommend to anyone who enjoys history, royalty, art, gardens, and all things beautiful.๐๐
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Oct 31
An art lover`s dream as I visited the founder of impressionism, Oscar-Claude Monet`s house, and famed gardens. ๐จ๐บโจ๏ธ
A day of exploration as we cruised along the Seine River, and I couldn`t wait!
@uniworldcruises S.S. Joie de Vivre had me exploring the region of Giverny, Normandy to Monetโs house and gardens. What a historical and artistic treat!! ๐จ ๐บ๐คฉ
This was the second time I`ve had the pleasure of visiting the painter`s house, and let me tell you, the magic was still there and so much still to discover. The endless flowers throughout the gardens were breathtaking and left me in awe! ๐๐
For a food lover, Monetโs kitchen was truly impressive...I can only imagine the dishes that were made and happily devoured. ๐
Picture perfect afternoon with Monet. My S.S. Joie de Vivre journey continues... ๐คฉ๐คฉ
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Oct 26
I am absolutely thrilled to share that I was invited by @uniworldcruises as their special guest to experience their luxurious Paris & Normandy river cruise!!
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I couldn`t wait to indulge in their finest amenities, explore the stunning sights of France, and create unforgettable memories.
The stunning S.S. Joie de Vivre is such a beauty, and there is so much to share. She was my floating hotel for a week, and I was open to all the adventures she was going to give. Staying in the Deluxe French Balcony stateroom spoiled me with the option of opening the grand window to take in the fresh air while enjoying the river views. What more could you ask for in terms of luxury?!๐คฉ๐คฉ
Everything from the opulent French inspired glitzy decor of the ship (inspired by 20th-century Parisian design) to the attention to detail to pamper guests like their handcrafted Savoir Beds of England was topnotch. To add more pampering, their impressive marble bathroom had everything to spoil your body, including a rainfall shower, heated floors, and heated towel warmer. Attention to detail from start to finish.
A heartfelt thank you to Uniworld for this amazing opportunity - I am truly grateful!
Let the Joie de Vivre adventure begin! ๐จ๐ต๐ณ๐๐ผ
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Oct 22
The perfect marriage - garlic escargots and @moetchandon Ice Imperial Champagne ๐พ ๐ฅ๐๐
If you haven`t had the pleasure of tasting this incredibly refreshing Champagne, then I`d suggest you do it and do it now!! You`ll thank me for it๐๐
What is unique about this Champagne is the fact that it was created to be served over ice, hence its name - Ice Imperial. It is the perfect accompaniment to any dish or simply alone...sheer perfection!!
Here`s to more `occasions` or `simply because` ๐
Cheers๐ฅ
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Oct 12
Continuing my tradition of indulging at @martinpicard epic @cabaneaupieddecochon, this year`s harvest season happened to be their ALL STAR EDITION!!๐คฉ๐คฉ
This meant they would be `reviving some of their old and most beautiful harvest dishes ever conceived.` And they didn`t disappoint!! ๐๐ Indulgence taken to new heights!!
Here is the incredibly tasty lineup that was feasted on:
๐ Scallop with mushrooms and corn coulis
๐ฆ Duck tartar with shiso leaves
๐ Pizza: tomato pie with Dijon bechamel sauce
๐ฅ Burrata fruit salad: cucumbers, plums, mint leaves, melon coulis, and croutons
๐ Salt cooked Trout with leek, tomato, and lobster bisque
๐ Squash soup: squash, Foie Gras, Amaretti biscuits, gruyรจre cheese, and honey crisp apples
๐ Lamb saddle with pork fat, sausages, and creamy polenta with a pepper sauce
๐ Stuffed eggplant with smoked ham and tomato vodka sauce
๐ฆ๐ Shepherds pie with duck and pork
๐ฅ๐ฐ Carrot cake: Classic staple recipe. Sunflower seeds, hazelnuts, and pumpkin seeds served with a carrot juice jelly
๐ฅง Apple pie with maple syrup, Foie Gras and cheddar cheese crรจme fraรฎche
๐ซChoux pastry and chocolate ganache with raspberry cream and mint. Berries and herbs were picked directly from the on-site garden
It is an incredible feast for those who enjoy ingredients cooked and elevated in the most creative way!!
Till next year ๐
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Oct 10
"Cook with love always, and people will feel it" - Chef @antonyannick70
It was a pleasure and honour to witness Chef Yannick Anton from @lecordonbleuottawa receive the Chevalier de L`Ordre du Mรฉrite Agricole.
This award, bestowed by the French Ministry of Agriculture, recognizes his contribution to promoting French culture in Ottawa and across Canada through his work as a chef and culinary instructor.
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Read about his extraordinary career in my article published in the Fall issue of @luxeottawamagazine
A lifelong passion for his craft - Congratulations again, Chef!!๐
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Oct 1
It`s been a busy couple of weeks, but I wanted to share the love on this `must visit` eatery.๐๐
It was a treat to discover and dine at @amusekanata! This charming restaurant delivers BIG on flavourful dishes. It`s perfect for sharing and discovering new ingredients. A true gem! ๐ฅ๐
Here is the list of the tasty dishes that my table enjoyed:
๐ง TORCHED BRIE
๐ TUNA AND SCALLOP TARTARE
๐ฅฉ STEAK TARTARE
๐ฅฉ BISON CARPACCIO
๐ MUSHROOMS ON TOAST
๐ง HALOUMI
๐LAMB SHANK
Both the restaurant ambiance and hospitality were top-notch...A must try! ๐๐
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Sep 26
Vegas wouldnโt be complete without visiting Freemont Street and taking in breathtaking sunset views from @stratvegas Tower. ๐๐
Experiencing a ride to the top of the Tower, at 1,149 feet tall - the tallest freestanding observation tower in the United States for a 2nd time, did not disappoint!! ๐ฑ๐
Several years ago I experienced the thrill of the X-SCREAM roller coaster - it "teeter totters you over the edge of theย Tower from 866 feet high,ย propellingย riders head first 27 feet over the edge of theย tower. After being shot over the edge, passengers are dangled weightlessly above the Las Vegas Strip before being pulled back and propelled again. " ๐ฑ๐ฑ๐ข It was a BLAST, but this time around, I was a viewer... perhaps on my next visit ๐
Seeing the Vegas views and watching the incredible visual display of the @spherevegas was incredible.
All must do`s when in Vegas!!
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Sep 15
Indulgence of any kind is a good one in my book, and indulging in a carnivorous feast at the award-winning Bazaar Meat by Josรฉ Andrรฉs, Las Vegas was EPIC!!๐คฉ๐คฉ๐
The attention to detail from both the back and front of the house was beyond exceptional. It was a true celebration of meat! ๐ฅฉ๐ฅฉ
I was in a very addictive meat trance - I loved every dish.๐ฆช๐ฅฉ๐๐
For the outstanding carnivore feast, these are the dishes that I feasted on:
โณ๏ธ Caviar Cone: crรจme fraรฎche, classic Ossetra caviar. ๐คฉ๐คฉ
โณ๏ธ A5 "Philly Cheesesteak": airbread, cheddar, Wagyu beef. ๐ฅ๐ฅ๐๐
This dish was HEAVEN in your mouth, that a second order was needed.
โณ๏ธ Sloppy Joe: beef Bolognese, steamed bun, straw potatoes.
โณ๏ธ First time tasting Shigoku oysters from Samish Bay, Washington, and they didn`t disappoint. ๐ฆช๐ฆช
โณ๏ธ Bone-In Strip Loin, Washugyu/Angus Blend. ๐ฅฉ๐
โณ๏ธ Chateaubriand, Tenderloin, Holstein: (Brandt Beef, CA) Pรฉrigordine sauce and straw potatoes.
โณ๏ธ Buttered Potato Purรฉe: butter, butter, more butter, some potatoes.๐ฑ๐
So silky smooth, it should be illegal!!
It was a bucket list item of mine to eat at this award-winning restaurant by this outstanding chef and humanitarian. ๐๐
Chef @chefjoseandres is founder of @wckitchen World Central Kitchen - first in the frontlines providing fresh meals in response to humanitarian, climate, and community crises. A real inspiration ๐
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Sep 13
Hello Arizona, and your jaw-dropping natural wonders! ๐๐
I didn`t think I could make the long bus ride from Vegas to Arizona to see the beautiful Canyon "X" in 40ยฐ degree heat... but I made it. It was hot, BUT it was sooo worth it!!
Light peaking through the incredibly beautiful and surprisingly smooth Canyon X was just spectacular. It`s amazing what nature can create. Canyon X is a hidden treasure in the heart of the Navajo Nation.
The 2nd photo displays why the canyon is called Canyon "X" - the opening of the canyon with the sky in the backdrop naturally forms the "X" formation.
Overall, the canyon trip surpassed all of my expectations, and I`m happy that I had the opportunity to see the canyon up close and be in the moment, on the sacred land. ๐๐
A must-see!!
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Sep 11
From Nevada โก๏ธ Utah โก๏ธ Arizona to visit and explore incredible natural sights, including the famous Horseshoe Bend.
It was an incredible day seeing this sight up close.๐๐
The stunning Horseshoe Bend in @visit_arizona also referred to as the "east rim of the Grand Canyon". A geologic masterpiece sculpted by the Colorado River. I must admit that I was nervous taking these photo, as there are no rails or gates to prevent any accidents...and it`s very slippery. ๐ฑ
It was the perfect day to explore and get away from the glitz and bright lights of Vegas...atleast for a brief time๐๐
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Sep 8
Hello Sin City, it`s been a while๐๐
A getaway at the stunning @resortsworldlv, specifically Crockfords Hotel, made for a great trip to disconnect, have fun, and discover new things!๐น๐ธ๐ฐ
Nightlife on the strip is a sensory overload... but that`s part of the fun๐
Delicious mojitos by the Crockfords pool made the scorching 40ยฐdegree weather bearable.๐ฅต๐ฅต๐น๐น
The mind-blowing @spherevegas is a literal driving distraction - its graphics are simply amazing!!๐ฑ๐ฑ
Love seeing the Venetian gondolas in action.
Stay tuned for some tasty activities, including some beautiful desert sights! ๐
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Sep 5
The @brookstreetott hotel is a dreamy setting for couples embarking on their marital journey, especially with their all-in-one location. ๐คฉ๐คฉ
Discover their exclusive curated services in my recently published article featured in the Fall/Winter issue of the @ottawawedding magazine.
โ Premiere wedding venue ๐โ
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โ 18-hole championship golf course โณ๏ธโ
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Make your next stay a memorable one with the Brookstreet Hotel!
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Aug 24
An evening out to @anabellaskitchenandlounge was exactly what I needed...friendly hospitality, tasty flavourful dishes, and the perfect ambiance to enjoy a beautiful outing. ๐๐
Amongst the appetizers, I chose their HIGHLY addictive zucchini crisps, which were the bomb!! This is one dish where you wish they had endless offerings!!
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Another tasty appetizer was their arancini - simply flavourful. And the piece de rรฉsistance was their refreshing grilled Halloumi Salad. It was watermelon sweet and Halloumi salty...Simply perfect! They nailed this salad with all the different flavours.
The perfect summer outing!๐๐
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Aug 17
Summer means...
BBQ time โ
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Gardening โ
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Relaxing โ
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Summer love...BBQ season in full effect!! ๐๐ These marinated pork blade steaks were delicious!!๐ฅฉ๐
Basil, Thai basil, tarragon, and parsley... my little garden is growing!
Green thumb in full effect!! ๐บ๐ชป
Love my lavender, and so do the ๐ ๐
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Jul 28
Yesterday afternoon, I had the privilege of attending the "buffets des chefs," a delicious gathering at the French Embassy @franceaucanada in partnership with the Disciples dโEscoffier Canada. @disciples_escoffier_canada ๐จ๐ต๐จ๐ฆ
This tasty celebration included Disciples dโEscoffiers, chefs from @lecordonbleuottawa and @maisonoddo ๐จโ๐ณ๐ฉ๐ผโ๐ณ
The culinary event also included @veroniquerivest renown sommelier and owner of @soifbaravin being awarded as Knight in The Order of Agricultural Merit
(Ordre du Mรฉrite agricole) for her constant promotion of oenology and French wines and terroirs. It is an order of merit bestowed by the French Republic for outstanding contributions to agriculture and food/gastronomy. Bravo!! ๐ท๐ท๐ ๐
Another special moment included the induction of Ambassador Michel Miraillet as a new Disciple. When a new Disciple is inducted, he then undertakes to respect the Escoffier Spirit by taking this oath: "I vow to pass, serve and honor the cuisine, its culture and its continuing evolution".๐๐
Guests were spoiled with an endless assortment of French appetizers and delectable sweets, all with whom were created by talented chefs who are driven by passion. ๐๐ฉ๐ผโ๐ณ๐จโ๐ณ
Bravo to you all!!๐๐
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Jun 28
Those who know me know I`m weak for tasty popcorn and @fromfarmtotablecanada
spoiled me with theirs!! ๐ฟ ๐
Proudly Ontario-made and woman-owned, From Farm to Table Canada has debuted their limited-edition CNE Kettle Corn in collaboration with the Canadian National Exhibition @letsgototheex for the 2024 season.Their beautiful package illustrations captures the fun that we have, when at the CNE ๐ข.
It`s the perfect blend of sweet and salty - my favourite!! ๐
They are available in two sizes: Family Bag and Grab & Go. Sold online as well as in retail chains and many independent stores.
This must-have snack for the summer is available until Labour Day.
Get yours today and enjoy!!๐ฟ๐ฟ
Jun 27
A couple of evenings ago, I had the pleasure and honour of being invited by my alma mater, @lecordonbleuottawa to witness Chef @antonyannick70 be awarded France`s L`Ordre du mรฉrite agricole, the highest civilian honour from the embassy @franceaucanada ๐
This distinction recognizes the contributions of Chef Yannick to promote French culture in Canada and Ottawa specifically - through his work as a chef and instructor at Le Cordon Bleu Institute in Ottawa.
Special moments of the evening included Ambassador of France to Canada, Michel Miraillet sharing with guests the numerous accomplishments that Chef Yannick Anton has accomplished over the years. Simply remarkable!!๐๐
A very touching and inspiring moment came when Chef Yannick Anton gave praise and gratitude to his mentors, who helped him attain his dream in the culinary industry. He also reminded the graduating class of chefs to always have a vision and to never let it go.๐จโ๐ณ๐ฉ๐ผโ๐ณ๐
And it wouldn`t be a celebration without some tasty treats that exude French flare! They even had chocolate graduation hats - very cute and apropo ๐๐
Bravo Chef!!๐
Jun 22
Muy Caliente!!๐ฅ๐ฅ๐๐
With the insanely hot weather, nothing is more refreshing than this tasty Brazilian lemonade with some @bacardi Gold
Rum for the win!!๐คฉ๐
And let me tell you, a pitcher was made...as it`s THAT delicious!!
At this rate, I will finally start to enjoy the summer heat...providing I have my `special` lemonade!๐
Cheers!
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Jun 17
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