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Mexican Coke in Surrey?
about $2 for a small bottle. I also found Jarritos mandarin and other fruity mexican sodas there too(you can also find jarritos at Pricepro too). I also forgot to check if they carry mexican nescafe instant coffeee, the formula is stronger than the u.s one.
Open hearth or fireplace cooking
Hi,
I'd like to learn open hearth or fireplace cooking...where in B.C or online can I find colonial tools such as a long handled french egg spoon please? And are there any classes/workshops in or around Surrey to teach fireplace cooking? Thanks!
Frozen croissants in Surrey
Im still looking for bake-your own frozen croissants...do you know of any in Vancouver please?
Mexican Coke in Surrey?
Thanks! I found it near Gateway station, in a caribbean and latin store...its good stuff!
What is Soul Food?
I believe that the term is from slavery days,when slaves had to make the best of unwanted/leftover parts of veggies and meats (pigs feet and dandelion greens for example). And its also blend of a few ingredients from africa like okra, as well as spices which would be available at the time. At the end of a hard day when slaves got to see their family,food,communion,and music was food for the soul.
Roasted garlic bread (frozen)
Hi, I used to love presidents choice bake-your-own roasted garlic bread in toronto but it was recalled in Ontario, where can I find it in east newton,Surrey(72 &king george)? Or if you know of better frozen breads/pastries,please let me know. The p.c bread has impoted french flour,white wine and you can see roasted garlic bits in the bread,it made me be a foodie,its that good. Thanks for helping me find it!
Frozen croissants in Surrey
Hi, I am looking for top quality frozen croissants in Surrey (east newton-72 and king george),does anyone know where I can find them please?
Mexican Coke in Surrey?
Hi, im looking for Mexican Coca cola (made w sugar not corn syrup) in surrey,does anyone know where to find it? I just moved to east newton (72 and king george). Thank you :)
Border Buscuits (Scottish brand cookies)
Hi, Im looking to find "Border" brand biscuits in T.O or online (at a reasonable price). These are delicious and low sugar, my new fav cookie. I tried to contact the manuafacturer directly twice with no reply. Has anyone seen these cookies in T.O please? They are from Scotland and melt in your mouth. The name might be "Border Crumbles".
Thank you so much :)
Frozen Croissants & Pasteries
Has anyone tried the box of frozen Bridor brand croissants at No Frills? The are about $14 for 40...How do they taste?
vanilla extract /airport question
Hi,
I would like to make (4 or 8 oz.) glass bottles of vanilla extract for my aunts who are visiting toronto from Sweden and the U.S.A. I am wondering if they will be able to bring the vanilla extract back to Sweden and the U.S, or will it get confiscated by customs? I am not a travellor so i have no idea how to go about making this gift in the right size or how they'll be able to legally bring it back home. Thank you for the tips :)
~Vanilla extract~
I just ordered my beans from" http://www.amadeusvanillabeans.com/store/organic/extraction_beans.asp
I got "extract grade" (less moisture content) beans from the same source as their "Uganda Gold" beans..i have very high hopes for these, i plan to make some vanilla sugar and vanilla bean paste as well. Im still undecided about the liquor tho...
~Vanilla extract~
I was thinking that I might like to make homemade vanilla extract, and was wondering, what type of alcohol would product the best results? I have appletons dark rum at home, but am not sure if that is too strong. Also has anyone tried "Uganda Gold" vanilla beans, which apparently contain more vanillan than madagascar beans? Oh, one more question, has anyone filtered vodka through a Brita filter before making their extract?
Thank you all for the tips!
exotik1 :)
Cheesecake -New York Style
I am trying to make a gluten reduced cheesecake without comprimising the taste..my idea was to make it crustless...Anyway, who eats a cheesecake for the crust? :) Do I need to line to bottom of the springform with parchment paper? I don't know much about gluten free baking, but i plan to put stawberries with vanilla sugar and clear gelatain as a topping, are those gluten free?
BANANA BREAD
cover the loaf with foil for at least 40 mins of baking time...also i found that light colored aluminum pans (especially the cheap disposible ones) turn out an awesome loaf. Wilton also has a great pan in their "recipe right" collection...it is light grey and non-stick. Ive tried fancier pans by my favs are ones i mentioned.
Cheesecake -New York Style
Lots of great tips! :) I might add the teensiest bit of lemon juice to lift the flavor but not enough to make it taste lemony...1/4 easpoon ok or is that too much? I was thinking of adding 3 tsp of flour (no more than that), im guessing the flour binds it all together. I wanted to use 3 vanilla beans but i live in Parkdale, i dont know where to get vanilla beans or paste closeby to King W. /Dufferin, does anyone know?
Chocolate rum banana bread
To lighten the bread, you can add cake flour instead of using just all-purpose flour.
Cheesecake -New York Style
I'd like to make a creamy New York style cheesecake that is not too tangy. I'd like it to taste smooth vanilla, like "La Rocca" brand cheesecake that u can buy at metro. Does anyone have any receipes that they've tried which are not tangy?
thank you kindly,
exotik1 :)
Hot chocolate/tea/cheesecake in Strathcona
mmm ..thank you, I will definately check those places out! Also Is Commercial Drive a good area for funky cafes and good eats?
Chocolate rum banana bread
The secrets to a moist loaf are adding instant pudding to the batter, using bananas that are completely dark, and covering the loaf with foil for at least 35 mins of baking. My recipe can be found here: http://www.facebook.com/home.php#!/group.php?gid=222731633243&ref=ts
and it's posted in the info section. I've never had a dry loaf yet!
Hot chocolate/tea/cheesecake in Strathcona
Hi,
I'm moving to Vancouver soon, and was wondering where I can find the best hot chocolate/tea/cheesecake in the Strathcona or North Vancouver area please.
Thank you kindly, :)
exotik1
Dimpflmeier apple strudel
Hi foodies,
I'm looking to buy Dimpflmeier apple strudel in a grocery store, does anyone know of a store in the GTA (King W./Dufferin) area that carries it please? Also, does anyone know what variety of apples are used in this particular strudel or why it tastes do deliciously good so I can try to recreate the recipe please? I tried it once and was an instant fan. I must have it again lol
Thank you,
Petra :)
Apple Pocket Pie
If i remember correctly, the eggwash was eggwhites and a touch of water for savory pies, and eggwhites and milk for sweet pies.
NO APPLE PIES IN MY FUTURE
Have you tried Wiliams-Sonoma heart or star shaped "pocket pie" molds? You can put refrigerated puff pastry in, filling with sweet or savory filling,freeze, then put eggwash on them and bake....I cant bake pies but these morsels turned out great and get a great response from guests! :)
If youre making traditional pie, do you pre-bake the empty pie shell (prick holes in it first)? This make help with the soggy bottom crust issue. Hope it helps! :)
Apple Pocket Pie
I use Pam spray on the mold, and its really important to freeze the filled pockets before baking them so they'll hold together better. I put eggwash on the frozen pockets and they turn out shiny. Tenderflake makes a good refrigerated puff pastry for when youre in a hurry. One last tip, try not to overstuff the pockets, 1 tablespoon or a little less of filling will work. :)
Apple Pocket Pie
I got the heart and star molds and they work great for making chicken pot pies. They have a "wow" factor, and help me feel more confident about baking. The heart holds more filling than the star....Next i will try an apple pie next with giant sugar crystals on top. :) Ohhh, did you guys know you can buy the makara cinnamon from cinnabon stores? it will work great with your sweet pies and is about $5.
Autumn cookies
Are Dufflets apple/leaf shaped cookies the best tasting and best looking to serve to guests?
Autumn cookies
Hi,
Im looking for the most beautiful, sparkly,buttery cookies to decorate with/serve. Im in the King W/ Dufferin area.
Thank you :)
Quail eggs
Whre can i buy fresh quail eggs in T.O (King/Dufferin) and what breakfast dish would showcase their flavour best? Fried? Omlette?
