Monthly Archives: January 2012

Having the need to bake several birthday cakes in the near future, I figured I’d practice with one at home.  At least that’s my excuse for my recent gluttonous consumption of chocolate cake!  After a call to mom, I was … Continue reading →

I know I’ve written about the Rivoli Ballroom in the past.  This reappearance is testimony to its shear coolness.  We dressed up and made our way to the neighbourhood ballroom to celebrate Lou’s 30th birthday.  Si Cranstoun, the revered musician … Continue reading →

Quark was an alluring British grocery mystery.  For months I’d pass the little tubs of this new (to me) and strange soft white cheese wondering what it tastes like and what it is used for.  The idea of a virtually … Continue reading →