Filthy Gorgeous Things

Started by 2 women, it is a blog, with weekly entries from contributors, a literary magazine, with monthly themed issues and photo book of sorts with compelling, artistic photography. This is a gorgeously, sexy and fun site.

The latest issue is about Scent:

An excerpt by Chelsea Summers

We Are Mammals Under Our Thin Skins
And there is more to memory than a Madeleine

By Chelsea G. Summers

"I wish I had scratch-and-sniff remembrances for all my favorite lovers. I imagine thin cards, slick and white and vaguely clinical. A swift scratch on the rough patch and the sudden call to mind of this one, his roasty rosy odor; or that one, her perfume of strawberry and algae; or that one, his strange but not unpleasant dusty must. I’d love to collect them all, and in the dark of night summon them at will..."

A very unique site.

http://filthygorgeousthings.com/scent/contents



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Arianne St. Claire

Agave Y Aguacate - Kensington Market Toronto

Kensington Market is a great neighbourhood here in Toronto. Walking around even on a cold day is enjoyable; the variety of shops, food markets - Meat, cheese, fish, spices, baked goods, diverse restaurants, cafes and Francisco "Paco" Alejandri.




His booth is called Agave Y Agucate (which means Agave & Avocado). The food is not expensive and is very tasy. I had the Tinga Tostada, made with a spicy stewed chicken, refried beans, avocado slice, crema fresca, and some red onion.



A great place to grab a little snack in the heart of Kensington Market.



www.agaveyaguacate.blogspot.com/




Toronto Escort

Arianne St. Claire

Don't forget to set your clocks ahead tonight... Spring Forward.

Don't forget to set your clocks ahead tonight.

Daylight Savings :-)

Longer days ahead and I am looking forward to it.

I adore Springtime. A renewal...as each season is.







I enjoy cooking with many different ingredients. Recently, I stumbled upon a recipe that combines the ingredients from two of my favorite seasons (although, there are parts of every season that I enjoy), Spring and Summer. Vidalia Onions, Sweet Onions and Sweet Corn... the outcome, a naturally sweet and refreshing bisque.

Ingredients:

2 tablespoons butter
1 Vidalia onion, chopped
1 tablespoon Agave syrup
3 ears fresh corn, kernels cut from cob (about 2 cups)
3 cups stock
1/4 teaspoon pepper
1/2 teaspoon salt (or to taste)
1/2 cup heavy whipping cream
Cayenne pepper (optional)
Watercress (for garnish)

Directions:

In a medium pot, melt butter and add Vidalia onions. Saute onions for about 2 minutes and then add Agave syrup, stirring well. Cook the onions one more minute, stirring occasionally. Add corn, salt and pepper, mix well and cook for a few minutes. Pour stock over the vegetables and bring to boil. Lower the heat and cook for about 25 minutes or until corn is tender.

Blend well with immersion blender or in a regular blender. Strain through a fine mesh sieve. (Do ahead: Can be made in advance and refrigerated. Refrigerate for at least two hours if serving chilled.)

Swirl in 1/2 cup of cream and a pinch of cayenne pepper (optional). This soup can be served chilled or warm. Before serving, blend with immersion blender. Divide between the bowls and garnish with watercress.


Paired with a 2009 Reserve Chardonnay. Delightful :-)



Toronto Escort
Arianne St. Claire

New Website Updates. New Look and New Photos.

Finished updating my website. New look for 2011.
I also added some new pictures :-). Hope you enjoy!

http://www.myvipcompanion.com


Toronto Escort

Arianne St. Claire