Food & Cooking

30 Stores Open on Christmas Day

By Elizabeth W. Jernigan 4 days ago

In our imaginations, Christmas dinner always runs smoothly, without a hitch. But in real life, our kids all catch colds, milk curdles in our coffee, and we have to buy a last minute Christmas gift for Aunt Betty who is now unexpectedly coming over for dinner. That’s when the pajamas come off, the yoga pants go on, and we run to the store for cold medicine, creamer, and one of these gift ideas. Fortunately, there are stores open on Christmas Day—this list is different than the stores open on Christmas Eve. Here are the ones you’re most likely

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Amid Racism And The Pandemic, Many Chinese-Canadian Restaurants Are Struggling To Survive

By Elizabeth W. Jernigan 5 days ago






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(Illustration by Justine Wong)

Manzou Bakery almost blends in with the industrial businesses that surround it. What makes the Scarborough, Ont., storefront stand out is that it’s the only one in the quiet plaza with a steady flow of customers. They enter empty- handed and emerge with cake boxes. The store carries nine flavours of chiffon cake—each a creamy, airy, layered delight—including the unique black sesame cake, filled with Japanese black sesame seed-infused cream. For those who can’t commit to just one flavour, the bakery sells boxes of cake cups—mini versions of the coveted chiffons.

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22 Tips To Keep Your Weight-reduction plan On Observe

By Elizabeth W. Jernigan 5 days ago

Our probiotic Kefir Cream Frosting is the only frosting recipe you will ever want! This is my husband’s favourite dish, and he considers it a special day each time I make it. The creamy cheese sauce and the tender potatoes on this basic French dish mix to make a deliciously addictive experience. It is a great facet dish with a roast pork loin or beef tenderloin. Add a inexperienced salad and French bread, and you’ve got discovered the magic path to a man’s coronary heart. To keep away from lumps in your sauce, add the milk just a bit at … Read More

N.J.’s best Chinese food comes from this celebrated Central Jersey spot, national site says

By Elizabeth W. Jernigan 5 days ago

New Jersey is home to countless amazing Chinese food restaurants, well beyond the standard take-out fare.

But according to one national website, the best place to get Chinese food in the Garden State is in Central Jersey.

247WallSt.com recently wrote a story about the best Chinese food restaurants in every state. New Jersey’s representative was Szechuan House in Hamilton.

“One look at the menu and you’ll see that this isn’t your everyday takeout joint: appetizers include diced rabbit with Szechuan peppercorn vinaigrette and jellyfish with scallion oil, and a section of the menu dedicated to Chengdu specialties includes dan

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