Checking In

Sorry for my prolonged absence. I've been distracted. There are a few posts of substance in the works...

In the mean time...

Photos: Three Days of Hoar Frost in Winnipeg

The last few days have had some pretty cool hoar frost here in Winnipeg. Makes for some fun photos!

A frosty leaf

Sherlock VS Sherlock

According to Guinness World Records, Sherlock Holmes is the most portrayed literary character in film coming in at 238 films played by over 30 actors as of May 2011. Well, this is January 2012 so we can add at least one more movie and another season of the BBC series.

BBC Sherlock and Watson

Recipe: Caprese Salad

This is so simple but SOOOO good!

Insalata Caprese

Food: Canned Pistachio

We went to De Luca's this afternoon. My husband found these and had to show me:

Recipe: Pasta e Fagioli

This is one of my favourite recipes ever! I wouldn't even have known about it if it weren't for my time working as a cook at an Italian restaurant. Yeah, sure they sell this stuff in a can at the store, but ick! Different regions in Italy make this differently and it's not to everyone's taste. I happen to love beans and pasta so I love this!

Pasta e Fagioli

Eating Out: Star Conservatory

We're no Marshall and Lily, but my hubby and I sure do enjoy brunch! Our favourite place to go is the Star Conservatory Restaurant in Assiniboine Park. We loving going to the Conservatory in winter because of the heat and humidity. It can take the chill right out of your bones. And the restaurant puts on an amazing spread for their Sunday Brunch. We went there last Sunday afternoon...

Round 1 - Breakfast