There are times when one finds something splendid in the most unexpected place. Such was the case when our wine scribe Jim Walker and his wife Hélène stopped for the night on a recent journey. Drool along as he tells us all about this serendipitous experience.
Continue reading “LITTLE FALLS, BIG SURPRISE”
On Remembrance Day, I remember and honour those members of my family and ancestors who fought to defend us in wars and conflicts. Let us never forget them.
Continue reading “LEST WE FORGET”
Time for a change. Time to move on. Our new Niagara-on-the-Lake home beckons.
Continue reading “MOVING ON”
Who doesn’t love a freshly made tart, whether it is a sweet apple tart or a savoury onion tart, especially when they are upside down. What? You thought I meant something else?
Continue reading “FRENCH TARTS I HAVE LOVED”
Still channelling peaches, Nigel investigates the differences between three popular toppings, especially good for those who are intimidated by making pastry for a pie.
Continue reading “COBBLER VS CRUMBLE VS CRISP”
Our wine scribe Jim Walker and his wife Hélène have been visiting Provence and other areas of southern France at least annually (except for the last two plague-infested anni horribiles) for more than 30 years. To absolutely no-one’s surprise, they have spent a considerable amount of time during those sojourns sampling the local fare and vinous offerings. Jim comments on his gustatory observations and experiences in his latest contribution to Gentleman’s Portion.
Continue reading “WINING AND DINING GRACEFULLY IN SOUTHERN FRANCE”
Not only have I discovered that there is a sub-genre of detective stories devoted to the culinary exploits of the protagonist, but I’ve been served a wonderful helping of murder mixed with the cuisine of Périgord in the Dordogne.
Continue reading “MIXING MYSTERY WITH FOOD”
I’m channeling peaches as they ripen in the orchards of the Niagara Peninsula, which I hope to call home soon.
Continue reading “FEELING PEACHY”
It all started with the annual release of Beaujolais Nouveau – the third Thursday of November.
Continue reading “LE VRAI COQ AU VIN”
Following a Covid-induced shut down in March of 2020, most cruise lines returned to service last year with varying health and safety protocols for passengers that seem to change by the month. The results have been mixed.
Continue reading “CRUISING AGAIN: THE GOOD, THE BAD & THE UGLY”
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