As a native Belgian and as the man who launched mussel aquaculture on Prince Edward Island … Making PEI mussels like the mussel masterRead more
Wine
Portugal: wines from the edge of Europe
Having just spent a week popping around some of the wine regions of Portugal, I’m struck … Portugal: wines from the edge of EuropeRead more
Symington shows how port can relax
The fourth generation of the Symington clan that came to Portugal in 1882, Dominic Symington is … Symington shows how port can relaxRead more
Fado in a Douro vineyard
The hotel at Quinta do Vallado (see last post) sits at an elevation of about 450 … Fado in a Douro vineyardRead more
The sweet taste of the Douro
Francisco Ferreira waxed rhapsodic – and contrary to expectation. One of the original “Douro Boys,” the … The sweet taste of the DouroRead more
Italy #5 — Parmigiano-Reggiano for dessert
Leave it to the Italians to keep dessert simple. With its strong umami flavor (second only … Italy #5 — Parmigiano-Reggiano for dessertRead more
What to drink at the airport … in Kelowna
No, we didn’t take this photograph in the cute little Kelowna airport, located in the heart … What to drink at the airport … in KelownaRead more
Six things to bring home from Vermont
It’s official. The Food Lovers’ Guide to Vermont & New Hampshire has shipped to stores and … Six things to bring home from VermontRead more
Three (delicious) flavors of ‘bistro’ in Montreal
Our latest book, Food Lovers’ Guide to Montreal, is finally hitting the bookstores in the U.S. … Three (delicious) flavors of ‘bistro’ in MontrealRead more
Burgundy eggs in red wine sauce
Of all the wonderful food in Burgundy, I have a special soft spot for the bistro … Burgundy eggs in red wine sauceRead more