I have a curiosity and passion for iconic Jewish foods. I've previously blogged about New York and Montreal bagel, Toronto blueberry buns, and chocolate babka. The egg cream is another iconic creation from New York. For those not familiar with this drink, there is no egg or cream in it. It's sometime called a chocolate … Continue reading The Egg Cream: A New York Jewish Icon
Month: November 2022
My Incredible Trip to the Galapagos Archipelago
The Galapagos Islands are situated in the Pacific Ocean about 1,000 km from the Ecuadorian coast. This archipelago and its immense marine reserve is known as the unique ‘living museum and showcase of evolution’. The archipelago is composed of 127 islands, islets and rocks, of which 19 are large and only 4 are inhabited. 97% … Continue reading My Incredible Trip to the Galapagos Archipelago
The Future of Twitter Under Musk
In the 10 days since Elon Muck took over Twitter, there has been a tremendous amount of angst, rumours, speculation. Little is known about his plans for the platform other than his sometimes bizarre tweets and interviews. Musk loves being provocative so it's difficult to know what the future really holds for the app. I … Continue reading The Future of Twitter Under Musk
The Story Behind Deep Into The Weeds
Preston McPherson thought he could save his troubled Canadian dairy farm by growing marijuana, but his problems were only just beginning. With the help of his brother-in-law and local police sergeant, Ferg, he signs an agreement with a cannabis distributor, Green Fields, but money is still tight. When a greenhouse break-in sends Preston deeper into … Continue reading The Story Behind Deep Into The Weeds