On the brink of a life-changing decision, Alexis Fielding longs to find out about her mother's past. But Sofia had never spoken of it. All she admits to is growing up in a small Cretan village before moving to London. When Alexis decides to visit Crete, however, Sofia gives her daughter a letter to take to an … Continue reading BOOK REVIEW: ‘THE ISLAND,’ by VICTORIA HISLOP
Month: June 2016
RECIPE: TURMERIC CHICKEN
Turmeric Chicken is an easy weekday meal, which is fortunate for me because this is Peter's absolute favourite! This recipe calls for bone-in chicken thighs, but I like to use chicken breasts. If using chicken breasts, you may need to increase the cooking time a bit. This recipe also comes with a vegetarian option. TURMERIC … Continue reading RECIPE: TURMERIC CHICKEN
RECIPE: ZERESHK POLO – BARBERRY RICE
Zereshk polo is hands down my favourite rice dish. Barberries have a similar flavour to cranberries and the tartness pairs so well with the buttery saffron rice. Barberries are a bit too tart on their own for my liking, so I like to add a bit of sugar while I'm sautéing them. ZERESHK POLO - … Continue reading RECIPE: ZERESHK POLO – BARBERRY RICE
HOMEMADE LAUNDRY DETERGENT
I've recently been getting into essential oils and using them for everything. My sister-in-law, Amber, was the first person to introduce me to them and they actually work so well! Essential oils are great used in homemade cleaners, soaps, shampoos, lotions, etc. I also use essential oils to help with stomach problems, sore muscles and joints, … Continue reading HOMEMADE LAUNDRY DETERGENT
BOOK REVIEW: ‘THE NIGHTINGALE,’ by KRISTIN HANNAH
In love we find out who we want to be. In war we find out who we are.FRANCE, 1939In the quiet village of Carriveau, Vianne Mauriac says good-bye to her husband, Antoine, as he heads for the Front. She doesn't believe that the Nazis will invade France... but invade they do, in droves of marching … Continue reading BOOK REVIEW: ‘THE NIGHTINGALE,’ by KRISTIN HANNAH
RECIPE: SHIRAZI SALAD – TOMATO AND CUCUMBER SALAD
Peter and I eat Persian food almost every single day and it's always accompanied by Shirazi salad. This is a perfect summer salad because it's so fresh. It works year round, of course, but there's something about eating Shirazi Salad on a hot summer day. SHIRAZI SALAD INGREDIENTS 3 or 4 medium cucumbers 2 large … Continue reading RECIPE: SHIRAZI SALAD – TOMATO AND CUCUMBER SALAD
