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Absinthe for Brunch

by Samantha Wong on 2010/08/05 in Foodie Guide, North America

Before you, dear reader, get the impression that I am an alcoholic, let me first clarify that Absinthe is the name of a fabulous San Francisco based restaurant. Brunch is arguably my favourite meal. It’s later than breakfast, earlier than lunch, an acceptable time to start drinking, a meal where you’re not limited to breakfast or lunch foods… and let’s not forget the optimal setting for people watching, gossiping, and even dating — both for friends and romantically. If your “date” is good, you have the whole day and night to prolong it, and if it’s bad, you have the rest of the day to forget it! But let’s not delve into my dating theories (I have many) and instead allow me to rave about Absinthe!

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Egg Scented Salts and Other Atypical Salts

by Nancy Huynh on 2010/07/30 in World Recipes and Ingredients

Did you know that salt comes in many flavours and colours beyond the typical, humdrum white table salt?

For nearly 15 years of my life I thought that there was only ONE type of salt, a simple commodity that is found in the same form all over the world.  At sixteen (oh, salty sixteen), my understanding of salt started to change as I discovered Fleur de Sel, Maldon Sea Salt, and Kosher salt. I’ve been addicted to salt ever since. Those with high blood pressure need not follow my example.

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Global Food Events Around the World, July 2010

by Jing on 2010/07/01 in Global Food Events

As a global foodie, the world is but a grazing menu. Food is celebrated not only at home, neighborhood, or city, but all around the world. So let’s embark on a gastronomic adventure and explore world food events, be they once in a lifetime pilgrimages or during opportunistic moments abroad. This list is but a sample of what’s out there for you to taste, savor, buy, and discuss. For those lucky enough to attend, let us know how it was! And for everyone else, let’s celebrate jealously at home.

1) Le Marche Aux Fruit Rouges, Noyon, Northern France [July 4, 2010]
On the first Sunday of each July, farmers from the city of Noyon gather at the market to sell all things round, red, and fruity! Since 1883, the opening bell marked the beginning of the celebration where vendors would showcase their fruits: strawberries, gooseberries, raspberries, black currents, and cherries just to name a few. You’ll also find local artisans selling their goods, from jams, sauces, and syrups, all the way to beers and ice cream, all made with, you guessed it, red round fruits. [Click here for details, if you can read French!]

Le Marche Aux Fruit Rouges

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Global Food News, June 18 – 24

by Jing on 2010/06/24 in Food and Travel News

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A short selection of global food news deemed important, absurd, strange, or hilarious!

1Illegal Bushmeat passing through airports for consumption (Paris, France)
A new study released by zoologists uncover the dark secret of the  illicit bushmeat trade, or the trade of exotic meats such as primates, crocodile, anteater, porcupine, and other rare or protected animals for human consumption. In a 17-day study, security officials searched individuals and found several carrying bushmeat in their personal luggages. It is estimated that over 600,000 lbs of bushmeat is smuggled into Europe, where the meat is consumed as a luxury good. I’m all for eating interesting and unique meats, but there reaches a point where enough is enough and you have to say no. So be careful the next time you decide to eat an exotic meat patty burger, as you never know what else you’ll find. Camel? Monkey? What about horse? [BBC News] [Newsweek]

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2Seal meat at the 2010 G-8 and G-20 Summit? (Toronto, Canada)
Anarchists abound, the G-8/G-20 Summit will take place this weekend in Toronto Canada. In case you didn’t know, it’s kind of a big deal, with heads of state and international delegates coming together for a weekend of discussion and party. On the agenda: financial markets and the world economy. What’s on the menu list? With a $1 billion CAD price tag, you’re sure to find a menu full of Canadian flair and flavor. But that’s shrouded in mystery due to security reasons. Last year’s G-20 summit in Pittsburgh USA was impeccably hosted by Michelle Obama with an exquisite luncheon menu. Maybe Canada will try sneaking seal meat stuffed ravioli to European delegates to ease EU seal-trade restrictions. For those less daring, a poutine (fries and cheese curds covered in gravy) will have to do. [GlobeandMail]

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3Thai Airways Plan on Selling Take-out Food (Bangkok, Thailand)
I’ve never been a fan of airline food, it tastes bad and leaves the cabin with a nauseating stench. I even go on long-hauls without eating, preferring to wait it off and reduce my chances of a diarrhea run to the 1×1 meter washroom. So it comes to a surprise that Thai Airways is planning to introduce a line of ready-made curry sauces to be sold at their Puff & Pie Bakery shops in several cities in Thailand. As a way to recover losses from political upheaval in Thailand, passengers aboard their planes can now enjoy Thai curries back home. Do you fancy airplane food? I’m sure it’ll taste the same as it does onboard a plane: nasty and dull. Note, I’ve never been on a business/first class flight, so my opinion may change with time and money! [Herald Sun] [Belfast Telegraph]

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