Tag Archives: travel

Icelandic Delicacies: Puffin, Whale, Foal and Fermented Shark

Posted on August 27, 2010 by

The Atlantic Puffin forms part of the national diet in Iceland, where the species does not have legal protection. Puffins are hunted by a technique called “sky fishing”, which involves catching low-flying birds with a big net. The meat is … Continue reading →

Posted in Events | Tagged , , , , , , , , , , , | 1 Comment

Icelandic gourmet fares

Posted on August 25, 2010 by

Four days in Iceland were not nearly long enough to discover all the fine foods grown , raised or fished  locally. The island is a gourmet’s paradise providing  staples of very high quality and most unusual choices for the daring … Continue reading →

Posted in Events | Tagged , , , , , , , , , , , | 3 Comments

Colorful dishtowels from France:Jacquard Français,Garnier-Thiebaut, Gerardmer

Posted on May 31, 2010 by

Made in France by Jacquard Français and Garnier-Thiebaut, old traditional manufacturers of table linens. I picked those dish towels for their amazing vibrant colors. It was an idea from my friend Jennifer and they make my kitchen look like it … Continue reading →

Posted in Stuff | Tagged , , , , , , , , , | 2 Comments