Author Archives: Don Genova

Pacific Palate – Sri Lankan Food

Posted on February 21, 2006 by Don Genova

UPDATE Sapphire is closing its doors as of March 1st due to trouble with its lease.  Watch this blog for news of a new location. Today on Pacific Palate I traveled to Sri Lanka, the island nation off the southeast … Continue reading →

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So Much On My Plate – Beef Cheeks

Posted on February 17, 2006 by Don Genova

When I read an article about beef cheeks in the Toronto Star food section a few weeks ago, I couldn’t resist tracking down a source of them on Vancouver Island and checking them out.  I simply called my nearest butcher … Continue reading →

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Food For Thought, The Food and Drink of Turin

Posted on February 14, 2006 by Don Genova

This week I featured what I have learned about the food and drink of Turin, or Torino, in the Italian region of Piemonte, where the Olympic Games are being held. My friend Sam Corea is working there right now and … Continue reading →

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Pacific Palate – Valentine’s Day

Posted on February 14, 2006 by Don Genova

For an audio extravaganza on Valentine’s Day, featuring interviews with Amy Reiley, author of Fork Me, Spoon Me, the Sensual Cookbook, Vari Cuthbert of Whole Foods in West Vancouver and executive chef Scott Pratico of Joe Fortes, make sure you … Continue reading →

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So Much On My Plate – Valentine’s Day

Posted on February 10, 2006 by Don Genova

Keep it simple, keep it easy:  When you are making dinner for Valentine’s Day, don’t sweat it!  You want to have time to spend with your loved one, not spend time in the kitchen… For appetizers: By some high-quality crackers … Continue reading →

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Food For Thought, Romance

Posted on February 8, 2006 by Don Genova

Romance – with just a few days before Valentine’s Day I thought I would dole out a few tips to make your life more romantic…and easy!  First, grab some aphrodisiac ingredients.  This list is from Amy Reiley’s new cookbook, Fork … Continue reading →

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