This summer, I had the chance to fly down from beautiful British Columbia to sunny Arizona. One of my favourite spots to stop by when I visit is Sedona, which is known for its beautiful red rock formations, hikes with stunning views, and local artisan markets. As an avid hiker, I made sure to get in my fair share of hikes while in the charming city but I ended up discovering … [Read more...]
Making Mochi and Exploring Japanese Canadian Culture on the Culture Travels Podcast
In this episode of the Culture Travels Podcast (that recorded live in studio on the Fireside Chat App on February 5, 2022), I was joined by middle schooler Maya and her mom Manami, as they taught me how to make mochi and we chatted about Japanese Canadian culture. As is the case when you are hanging out in the kitchen and baking and chatting with friends, this is one of … [Read more...]
Canadian Vegetarian Foodie Travel Advisory : Peameal Bacon is NOT a Pea Protein Bacon Substitute
Growing up Canadian, it had never occurred to me that this would need to be said, that is until my friend David from Canada married an American ... peameal bacon is not a pea protein bacon substitute! Fortunately David did manage to warn his new bride seconds before the faux pea protein and very real bacon was consumed. To be fair ... So What the Heck is Peameal … [Read more...]
Mochi Cooking Lesson with Manami and Maya on the Culture Travels Podcast – February 5, 2022 at 10 am PST / 2 pm EST
In celebration of the New Year on both the Gregorian Calendar and the Lunar Calendar, Manami and Maya (Saito) Calvo are teaching us to make a traditional Japanese sweet treat to ring in the New Year, mochi, on the Culture Travels Podcast. To learn to make this favourite Japanese treat of 12-year-old Maya's, join us on the Culture Travels Podcast on February 5th, 2022 at 10 … [Read more...]
A Busy Mexican Bachelor’s Guide to Cooking Enchiladas on the Culture Travels Podcast
Lori and I were most fortunate earlier this summer to get to hangout live over the airwaves on the Culture Travels Podcast with our friend Raul Pacheco as he taught us how to make Enchiladas, Mexican bachelor style! Have a listen to the full, original live episode on the Fireside Chat App by clicking on the button below: In this episode, while cooking enchiladas, Mexican … [Read more...]
