tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3998452736393635440.post2154132485237222740..comments2023-12-11T14:02:25.111+01:00Comments on My Little Expat Kitchen: Inside the podmagdahttp://www.blogger.com/profile/14367645154577817408noreply@blogger.comBlogger30125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3998452736393635440.post-47220222529474817422015-05-05T16:35:12.219+02:002015-05-05T16:35:12.219+02:00annndddd here it is :) http://dellacucinapovera.co...annndddd here it is :) http://dellacucinapovera.com/greek-peas-potatoes-and-carrots-stew-friendship-makeups/Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3998452736393635440.post-74363605404195920522015-04-05T22:52:45.601+02:002015-04-05T22:52:45.601+02:00Hi Francesca. Glad you liked it!Hi Francesca. Glad you liked it!magdahttps://www.blogger.com/profile/14367645154577817408noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3998452736393635440.post-79985919686478905682015-04-05T20:40:16.928+02:002015-04-05T20:40:16.928+02:00Just made this for dinner, and it was great. Just made this for dinner, and it was great. Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3998452736393635440.post-48125391300073342342014-05-02T15:42:49.170+02:002014-05-02T15:42:49.170+02:00Hi Peggy. Yes, thanks for pointing that out. I cor...Hi Peggy. Yes, thanks for pointing that out. I corrected it.magdahttps://www.blogger.com/profile/14367645154577817408noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3998452736393635440.post-39431476090017126632014-05-02T15:22:20.086+02:002014-05-02T15:22:20.086+02:00The recipe doesn't say when you add the water ...The recipe doesn't say when you add the water listed in the list of ingredients.Would it be when you add the salt and pepper perhaps?Peggyhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/17111736625664327019noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3998452736393635440.post-39925807762436907362011-07-28T08:49:29.640+02:002011-07-28T08:49:29.640+02:00do you know how rare it is to find peas on the pod...do you know how rare it is to find peas on the pod in crete? they are never sold in supermarkets, so we generally dont eat peas fresh - i have seen some people growing them in the garden, but there are never enough to go round (for me...)Maria Verivakihttps://www.blogger.com/profile/10440852486788630957noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3998452736393635440.post-47311306021010622182011-07-19T09:32:49.778+02:002011-07-19T09:32:49.778+02:00That dish looks so comforting, enjoyable and grati...That dish looks so comforting, enjoyable and gratifying! A delicious combination of ingredients.<br /><br />Cheers,<br /><br />RosaRosa's Yummy Yumshttps://www.blogger.com/profile/04130051839810091958noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3998452736393635440.post-81925598860008321352011-07-17T20:47:32.268+02:002011-07-17T20:47:32.268+02:00S is spot ON as to why we, I, you, love food. The ...S is spot ON as to why we, I, you, love food. The exact same words I spoke to my friends a few days ago - you choose to make something, you prepare it and you see it ready....and can judge its success or failure.<br /><br />Take it easy with your thoughts and go easy on you - its not easy to lose your father. Stay wellKitchen Butterflyhttp://www.kitchenbutterfly.comnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3998452736393635440.post-23777817775252170752011-07-01T02:12:05.476+02:002011-07-01T02:12:05.476+02:00Magda, Remember this blog is for you, first and fo...Magda, Remember this blog is for you, first and foremost. If it's helping you then keep it up. If you need a break, there's no pressure! Your posts are always beautiful, well written, the photos are terrific and your ideas are all so original. Life is hard, and I should have written that in capital letters. Just do your best, keep being honest and true to your feelings. Best wishes.<br />Nicolehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/16560974525638822194noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3998452736393635440.post-18979350186619805622011-06-22T17:17:18.347+02:002011-06-22T17:17:18.347+02:00just want you to know we are all thinking of you a...just want you to know we are all thinking of you and your loss and i am sure there are a few of us who have been where you are now,you will get through it but at your own speed day by day but you never forget and he would not want you to,it will get easier sending you all the best <br />linda <br /><br />love your blog great photos and words !!lindahttps://www.blogger.com/profile/02839276827659677722noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3998452736393635440.post-31938996246707093222011-06-21T22:28:06.725+02:002011-06-21T22:28:06.725+02:00I found you today by accident and just wanted to s...I found you today by accident and just wanted to say 'hi.' I lost my father back in 2003, and everyone's experience and every loss is different. Nothing wrong with anything you do, don't do, feel, don't feel. <br /><br />I did love the photos for this post. But let yourself be. Sending you all the best.Kathttp://livingingreece.grnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3998452736393635440.post-2753921805002275972011-06-21T17:10:01.489+02:002011-06-21T17:10:01.489+02:00Thank you all for your kind comments. They mean a ...Thank you all for your kind comments. They mean a lot to me.magdahttps://www.blogger.com/profile/14367645154577817408noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3998452736393635440.post-30997878757941769612011-06-20T17:43:02.611+02:002011-06-20T17:43:02.611+02:00Well...I read what you write, and I like it. If o...Well...I read what you write, and I like it. If once in a while you aren't in the mood for writing about a recipe, maybe just a simple photo will do, or just the recipe...no notes or photos. I know I understand fluctuations in mood and motivation. I'm sure the rest of your readers do too. Take care, DeniseDenise | Chez Danissehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/06418226690328176970noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3998452736393635440.post-77687948140504033552011-06-19T19:18:25.639+02:002011-06-19T19:18:25.639+02:00How brave and generous of you to open your heart t...How brave and generous of you to open your heart to us, Magda. Hang in there! And believe me, don't try drowning your grief in doing too much. It's ok to take your time. It's ok not too blog if you don't feel like it (We'll wait). It's ok to be sad and angry and upset (although it's not fun).<br /><br />And again, what a beautiful and comforting dish... <br /><br />Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3998452736393635440.post-57464658798816681782011-06-19T12:04:21.814+02:002011-06-19T12:04:21.814+02:00Hey there Magda :) From another daughter whose ex...Hey there Magda :) From another daughter whose experienced all those weird & crazy feelings of grief while trying to carry on regardless, I felt I just had to say...... hang in there kid. Something I truly, ruly, absolutely learnt through that time is a cliche I know., but allow yourself to grieve in whatever way you need to, one day you'll realise that its been hours (if not days) thatAnna Johnstonhttp://thehospitalityguru.com.aunoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3998452736393635440.post-75220428521919249472011-06-19T08:44:05.547+02:002011-06-19T08:44:05.547+02:00Sorry to hear your bad news ( and bad mood). Keep...Sorry to hear your bad news ( and bad mood). Keep doing the things that give you comfort.Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3998452736393635440.post-72660967033680135462011-06-18T18:54:13.232+02:002011-06-18T18:54:13.232+02:00Magda, you are not alone. I feel as if I've be...Magda, you are not alone. I feel as if I've been going through the motions with Amuse-bouche since January when a lot of crazy mergers and layoffs happened where I work. Trying to defeat the stress, maintain routine and rituals that bring joy...it's been very hard. Very hard. I feel as though things are getting a bit back to the good old days, blog-wise. It's harder some days. Trying Tracyhttp://amusebouchefortwo.blogspot.comnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3998452736393635440.post-91054070509930655522011-06-18T16:44:11.530+02:002011-06-18T16:44:11.530+02:00Thank you all so much for your sweet and supportiv...Thank you all so much for your sweet and supportive comments. They really do give me strength to go on.magdahttps://www.blogger.com/profile/14367645154577817408noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3998452736393635440.post-83408652965575648212011-06-18T14:05:16.831+02:002011-06-18T14:05:16.831+02:00Magda, even after 21 years of loosing my 1st late ...Magda, even after 21 years of loosing my 1st late hubby, there are times I missed him so much that I feel depressed. I have gone through a period of depression and since I started my food blog, I have not slipped back into it. Different people need different time frame feel better, since you have two degrees in Psychology, who am I to give you any advice? I think we just need to be patient with Quay Po Cookshttps://www.blogger.com/profile/05828992142187594236noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3998452736393635440.post-65186407646113109892011-06-18T13:16:32.445+02:002011-06-18T13:16:32.445+02:00Hi Magda,
We are reading! and we relish your blog...Hi Magda, <br />We are reading! and we relish your blog, with its Greek-and-Dutch perspectives, beautiful photography, and unique voice. <br /><br />As bloggers we have our bumps: not every post is going to be stellar, or we don't have the "oomph" to post, or that, at times, life is just plain difficult.<br /><br />It's good to press on, though. This post that you initially nancy at good food mattershttp://nancyvienneau.com/blognoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3998452736393635440.post-29452934585000288792011-06-17T18:53:43.979+02:002011-06-17T18:53:43.979+02:00Magda, I hope you feel better for that xxx
I enjo...Magda, I hope you feel better for that xxx <br />I enjoy reading your thoughts and recipes. <br />Time heals they say xxxAnna's kitchen tablehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/05346265448350378923noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3998452736393635440.post-69202379468910508122011-06-17T16:53:41.869+02:002011-06-17T16:53:41.869+02:00Dear Magda
I too have been down recently and am h...Dear Magda<br /><br />I too have been down recently and am having a hard time mustering the interest to cook and write. But little by little (and with the help of my doctor) I'm getting back into the swing of things and finding that the most important thing is not to put pressure on yourself. <br /><br />We, your readers, will stick around. Be proud of the fact that, despite not feeling like Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3998452736393635440.post-15241789460710626492011-06-17T16:32:36.307+02:002011-06-17T16:32:36.307+02:00Magda, this is a wonderful post. Thanks for being ...Magda, this is a wonderful post. Thanks for being so honest on a personal level. I'm always so impressed by your talents for creating amazing food and documenting it for all of us with your gorgeous pics. My mother passed away 9 years ago and I feel her loss each day--it was difficult in the beginning to continue doing those things I loved but I eventually reached a place where I could tyKingdomhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/13720455989098827379noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3998452736393635440.post-69077741077862428482011-06-17T16:21:37.801+02:002011-06-17T16:21:37.801+02:00Love this dish; in lebanese cuisine too, there is ...Love this dish; in lebanese cuisine too, there is a huge section of dishes cooked with olive oil and eaten at room temp, used for Lent and just for any old day and very healthy. Love these dishes and can't wait to try this one, because it is typically Greek. I found cooking to be my best remedy for moodiness because it delivers instant results, whereas art (as in painting) I found so tasteofbeiruthttp://www.tasteofbeirut.comnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3998452736393635440.post-37589825684614545552011-06-17T15:28:02.798+02:002011-06-17T15:28:02.798+02:00Magda - even with two degrees in psychology, you a...Magda - even with two degrees in psychology, you are human. When my mother died, one very wise woman told me that the day I forget her and feel as if the world were right again is probably a day that won't happen. And it's true - I miss her after these 23 years each day, especially in the kitchen. But the pain and anger and sadness do eventually subside - and it is so wonderful to know Cocoa and Lavenderhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/13627872741055523948noreply@blogger.com