My food and cookbook reviews appear regularly in Off the Shelf. Sustainable fish, sexy appetizers, modern takes on comfort food and science lessons for the kitchen are just a few of the topics covered. COLUMN

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This feature provides sensational appetizers that suit all tastes -- from delicate to audacious.

Published in the December ‘09 / January ‘10 issue of More.

Sweet or savoury, these slice-and-bake cookies are ideal if you’re strapped for time but still want to serve homemade treats.

Published in November 2009 issue of Relish. Reprint available.

I learned to bake at my indomitable mother's elbow. She knows everything. She sees everything, right down to the lone chocolate chip that has strayed from the flock.

Published in The Globe and Mail, March 12, 2008. Reprint available.

Don't like football? This scone recipe sets the stage for a sports-free Super Bowl Sunday high tea.

Published in the January 2007 issue of Relish. Reprint available.

The new generation of fruit wines range from sophisticated dry to alluringly sweet liqueurs. The only problem now is getting them to your table.

Published in the Winter 2007 issue of Edible Toronto. Reprint available.
Cover photo © Carole Topalian

As a professional foodie, I write cookbook reviews, feature articles and culinary profiles. I also develop recipes and blog incessantly about what’s going on in my tiny kitchen.

This cookbook features recipes collected from 27 food writers and bloggers from around the world. including Chef Michael Smith, Dana McCauley, the intrepid Julie Van Rosendaal and me.   BOOK

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