Everything is “Cool Beans” at Cool Beans

The most recent issue of Cabo Living magazine has another restaurant feature that was fun to write The unique offerings at Cool Beans in San Jose del Cabo evoke a feel-good 70s vibe, exactly what the owner was looking for when Angel Stoughton brought her diner-style restaurant experience to Los Cabos. Enjoy all-day breakfast or... Continue Reading →

Local Traditions at La Tuna

My work for Cabo Living magazine included the chance to write about some unique restaurants for the Summer/Fall edition, which has just been published. La Tuna in San Jose del Cabo honours local traditions combined with the chef's own influences. The margaritas are great too! Here's the article on the family behind this hot new... Continue Reading →

Doukhobor Borscht

There’s something special about homemade soup, especially when it’s made with fresh garden vegetables. My friend Cheryl introduced me to this variation on borscht that I had never experienced before. She made such a delicious batch, I had to get the recipe and try it at home. I’m not sure my version was as good... Continue Reading →

Refrigerator pickles – fast and easy

   This summer, the cucumber plants in my garden have absolutely flourished. We have eaten cucumber salads, cucumbers in salads, and just sliced cucumbers with salt and pepper. Not to complain, but we were starting to get a little tired of eating one or two cucumbers a day. So, I dug out my old refrigerator... Continue Reading →

Avocado dip and dressing

I keep seeing posts for healthy alternatives to some classic favourite recipes. I decided the other day to try one, an alternative for Ranch dressing. This recipe uses avocado and plain Greek yogurt as the flavour base. This means it is healthy, but it certainly is not completely without fat. However, it is healthier than... Continue Reading →

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