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Herbs and Spices, Galore!

Posted on December 4, 2015 by

There is much fun to be had in discovering new herbs and spices to play with in the kitchen. One of my favorite activities on a lazy Saturday afternoon is to head over the the Savory Spice Shop. I always … Continue reading →

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Behind-the-scenes look at The Cultured Chef

Posted on November 22, 2015 by

Creating The Cultured Chef was a very long process that not only involved thousands of hours in studio, but many hours researching each of the subjects represented in the book. The author and illustrator were able to visit many of … Continue reading →

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Vodou: A Way of Life In Haiti

Posted on March 15, 2014 by

Brought to Haiti by slaves who arrived more than three hundred years ago, Vodou means “spirit” in several African languages. Believers recognize a distant creator named Bondye who is detached and unknowable and is represented by many spirits called Loa. … Continue reading →

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Haitian Freedom Soup

Posted on March 15, 2014 by

For over one hundred years, the French controlled Haiti, taking advantage of the many natural resources and growing conditions the land had to offer. In order to farm massive amounts of sugar, coffee, cotton and indigo on their plantations, the … Continue reading →

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