Field Notes

Onions, cheese, eggs: A look at kitchen divination Predicting the future isn’t only astrology apps, tarot cards dial-in psychics and crystal balls. Over the years people from various cultures have channelled the food in their larders using kitchen divination practices like tasseography, (reading tea leaves…

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Looking at greener pastures Living near green space can slow biological aging by an average of 2.5 years according to a new study from Feinberg School of Medicine. It’s thought but unproven that exposure to green infrastructure and nature is linked to more physical activity…

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HF Entertains

Mussels dinner By Sebastien and Sheila Centner @sebcentner @sheilacentner @sebandsheila @eatertainment Sheila and I place immense significance on the time we spend in the South of France.  Our sojourns over the years have undeniably left an indelible mark on our approach to hosting and entertaining.…

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Think like a chef

You’ll be surprised how much fun you’ll have upping your range game, honing your cooking skills and learning about interesting new ingredients. After all, who doesn’t want to raise the bar on entertaining at home this holiday season. And, just in time to make this…

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Dining out

Carlino Restaurant With deep roots in both the Friuli region of Northern Italy and British Columbia, Carlino at the Shangri-La Vancouver is named after the grandfather of the owner. Led by award-winning Chef Mark Perrier, the eateries menu honours the bounty of both regions—the forests,…

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