Author Archives: Don Genova

Weekend Chef – The World’s Most Dangerous Flavour

Posted on January 18, 2015 by Don Genova

I was very excited to get a copy of Jennifer McLagan’s latest cookbook, Bitter, A Taste of the World’s Most Dangerous Flavor, in the mail this week. I’m a big fan of hers, and love cooking out of her three … Continue reading →

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Weekend Chef – David Lebovitz, Chicken with Mustard

Posted on January 11, 2015 by Don Genova

Second cookbook of this weekend was the one Ramona bought me for Christmas, David Lebovitz’s My Paris Kitchen. I like cookbooks for three reasons: The recipes, the photos and the writing. Lebovitz really comes through on the writing, although there … Continue reading →

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Weekend Chef – Thai Red Lentil Soup

Posted on January 10, 2015 by Don Genova

This is the first in an occasional series based on what my wife Ramona and I get up to in the kitchen on weekends. Hey, no filthy thoughts! Whenever I can adapt a recipe we’re trying for use in my Thermomix, … Continue reading →

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Step Into A New Career: Blogging, and Food and Travel Writing

Posted on January 7, 2015 by Don Genova

It’s that time of year. Step up. Self-improvement? New hobby? New Career? New words on the page, that’s it! My UBC Continuing Studies Courses aimed at helping you be a better blogger, or getting you into the exciting field of food … Continue reading →

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Food Matters – Christmas Gifts for the Kitchen

Posted on December 18, 2014 by Don Genova

It’s getting down to the crunch. One week left until Christmas and you still don’t have the perfect gift for the cook on your list. I visited Jo-Ann Roberts on her next-to-last day as host of All Points West on … Continue reading →

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Food Matters – Holiday Gift Suggestions: Books

Posted on December 11, 2014 by Don Genova

You still have a baker’s dozen of shopping days left to complete your list. I’m spending this and next week’s column to bring you some suggestions. This week it’s cookbooks and more. While I love talking about cookbooks, and getting them … Continue reading →

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