Julia McLean writes about a cheese – the soft, smooth texture and the rich, creamy taste. Camembert, the history, the legend and a bit of advice on how to enjoy it
Riches of Richmond County
I’m starting to feel like that crazy road runner; wheels spinnin’, darting in and out all over the place. But I always come to a screeching halt somewhere—and relish what’s there to discover. Like the time I landed smack in the middle of Richmond County, Cape Breton, NS. It’s full of small villages and people […]
Liquor Unlimited and Unlicensed: How to Make Liqueurs from Fruits and Herbs
From France’s farm country, Julia McLean writes about the art of making liqueurs from herbs and fruits, plus she offers up some divine recipes.
Salads from My Normandy Garden
With her Normandy garden offering up fresh ingredients, Julia McLean shares the secrets of delicious salads and dressing.
Knowing Your Onions
Julia McLean offers an ode to the onion, along with a history of this fascinating kitchen essential, health benefits, and delicious recipes for her Normandy home.
The Latest Food Fad from the Chelsea Flower Show
The Royal Horticultural Society (RHS) Chelsea Flower Show took place over the past weekend. Once more there are gardens for all pockets and tastes — and Julia McLean was there. Read on for inspiration and recipes.
My Big Fat Royal Wedding Celebration
Julia McLean didn’t get her invitation to Will and Kate’s royal wedding, so she held a big, fat wedding celebration for herself and a few friends, in France…
Succulent Scallops
In the mid 80s, Judy Eberspaecher used to buy 100 pounds of fresh-frozen scallops from a friend who frequently travelled to Digby, Nova Scotia, the scallop capital of the world. Judy dispensed scallops to friends, collected their favourite recipes and vowed that one day she would write a cookbook featuring scallops. Twenty years later, her book is a reality.
Lambing Season in Normandy
Julia McLean writes of the rites of spring on her farm in Normandy where lambing season is happening and Pascal the Ram is keeping Julia on her toes.
The Wonderful Flavours of Wales
When Sandra Phinney signed up for a tour of Wales, she didn’t realize she’d be eating her way across the country. But she didn’t complain. And she learned some new phrases to boot. Iechyd da!