Every time someone volunteers to tell me a secret, swearing me to secrecy, I pause long enough for them to realize their folly, before fessing up to say that I don’t really keep secrets, not even my own. And if it’s so secret, and you can’t keep it in, then why are you telling me?…
Chicken Soup – To cure whatever ails you
Two Montreal Gazette news items (November 14, 2011) related to non-chicken soup cures caught my eye: Kudos to Carmela Mindel, my first mentor, for securing funding from Victor Bertrand Sr. of Mega Brands for the Free Therapy Program at the Argyle Institute of Human Relations. This program benefits people with dependents who live below the…
More than meets the eye – Spicy chickpeas
All foods Indian please my palate. The spices and colours remain exotic and foreign. I’ve tried preparing Indian feasts under my sister’s guidance, but haven’t really adopted the dishes into a regular repertoire. Perhaps it isn’t too late. This very simple recipe is ready in a jiffy. I usually double it as it tastes great leftover….
Breakfast Muesli – Multiple Gurus
Everyone is looking for guidance. I find that I rely on multiple gurus, depending on what needs attention. My good friend Shelley Alper, a wonderful physiotherapist, is an all-purpose guru. I’ve been urging her for years to make a website called Shelleysays.com. She’s expert at all things physical, especially the ailments that need curing. Equally expert at matters…
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