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Kenne recommends the nar (pomegranate) cure for our middle-aged tummies

Posted on September 13, 2012 by lizcameron

Source: crystalized-bliss.tumblr.com via Liz on Pinterest I awoke today to Kenne’s cluck-clucking “tisk-tisk.” There she was, on the bedpost, observing us in our sleep. If you don’t know who Kenne is, she will be shocked, as she is the self-imposed … Continue reading →

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Stereotypes where you least expect it: Turkish breakfast for colleagues

Posted on July 29, 2011 by lizcameron

Placing the lovely, fresh walnuts on a baking pan to roast, my husband remarks “why are you spending all of this money on breakfast for your colleagues – do other people do this?” We are making ezme, a purée akin … Continue reading →