In my last blog entry, I wrote about some of the exciting changes in London’s culinary scene. While the city is clearly embracing and mixing cuisines of various cultures, it’s also good to see that its classics are still celebrated and easy to find.
While I realize that change is a part of life, what happens when we lose touch with our foundation, our roots? Just how important is it to preserve the past?
They say the only constant in life is change. I believe that once we accept this, we become less afraid to move forward or to take risks.
Hello Everyone! I am off to Europe today. I will be exploring London, Berlin, Munich and Paris during my month-long journey. Please stay tuned to read as I post live! I will be on the hunt for all things deliciously gluten and dairy-free. If you have any suggestions, please send them my way, I would love to hear from you!
Lots of love, Milk and Marigolds xo
Mama, Mutter, Mum, Mati, Mãe. Whatever you call her by, remember to celebrate her today and tomorrow. While mother’s day is celebrated throughout the world, if you live in North America, Australia or New Zealand, Mother’s day officially falls on May 11th for 2014.
This year, give your mom a homemade gift you know she’ll love and the most important gift of all – time.
If you could plan your very last meal, what would it be?
Would it include something over-indulgent like champagne and caviar or something more comforting like your grandmother’s famous lasagna? For me, it didn’t take very long to decide.
Although I love rich foods and a good glass of wine, my choice is perhaps a little more humble. It’s my mom’s Sheppard’s pie. While the smell of the pie baking in the oven is beyond mouth-watering, it also evokes nostalgic feelings.
My mom’s famous Sheppard’s Pie
Growing up, it was during special occasions that my mom made her famous Sheppard’s pie. I often requested it for my birthday parties and more recently for my 30th. It’s so good that I always end up having seconds and thirds. Perhaps it’s the savory gravy, or the fluffy mashed potatoes that are perfectly crisp on top, that makes this pie so incredibly tasty. But I know that this meal represents so much more because it reminds me of beautiful childhood memories, of family get-togethers and of course – my lovely mom. And no matter how much anyone tries, it’s never quite the same as hers.
So what would your last supper be? I’d love to hear your stories or comments. Please share!
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