Here's what's cooking around town today...
One of the feature exhibits at the Royal Winter Fair will be growers and food producers from Norfolk County. My ex's family lives in Norfolk and I have great memories of autumn in the region, particularly the tasty treats from places like Kernals (yes, we grow peanuts in Ontario!) or some of the region's apple growers. Check it out when you're at the fair this year. [Ontario Culinary Tourism Alliance]
Don't know your Americanos from your Machiatos? A guide to different espresso drinks. [Sift, Dust and Toss]
An opinion poll shows that the majority of Canadians care about where their food comes from. So why are people still buying all of that processed packaged stuff in the supermarkets? [Toronto Tasting Notes]
When is it okay to use cake mix instead of baking from scratch? Cute cupcakes and a cookbook review. [A Baked Creation]
Cookbook authors hit the radio - nominees for the Canadian Culinary Book Awards will be on Rogers 570 on Sunday to talk about the awards. [Cuisine Canada Scene]
For the first time, all food served at the 5 restaurants set up at the Royal Winter Fair (except coffee and spices), will be sourced locally. [Toronto Tasting Notes]
Touring Prince Edward Wine Country. [Gothic Epicures VinCuisine]
Spice Safar offers a little bit of everything for everyone. [Toronto Life Daily Dish]
The first of the annual "how to ensure Halloween doesn't rot your kids' teeth" articles. I'd protest this and insist that a little bit of candy is fine, but my mouth full of childhood fillings, and lifelong sweet tooth, would make a liar out of me. [Toronto Sun]
Some people watch movies or go for a walk on the weekend - me, I write manifestos for PR people to deal with food bloggers. [Save Your Fork]
And in Food For Thought today... (I can too link to my personal blog twice if I want to!) - grabbing a bite, carbon emissions information on food packaging, and businesses that intentionally blur the line between natural and organic.
