Truly Pakistani

Pakistani covid-19

The growing institutional malfunction and a feeling of collective failure have understandably led to a steadily deepening crisis for the nation. Covid-19 presents an insurmountable challenge for the entire world. However, resilience and a lifelong acceptance of crisis situation has made the Pakistani society stronger than ever. Apart from the handful of Pakistanis belonging to the medical profession, all others have been rather among the naysayers. Thus, the result is a Pakistani Covid, which is alleged to be a conspiracy of our western counterparts.

May the odds be in favour of such innocent cocoons. Amen.

Be the very friend you need

Make choices that allow you to feel right in your own skin so that you can gracefully groe into the person you intend to be. Meanwhile, stay aligned with the truth of what you are doing, no matter how compelling your distractions are. Now is the time for you to act on the contents of your heart, even if your fears are telling you otherwise. Your happiness lies on the other side of fear.

Healthy Weeknight Meals

Cooking can sometimes feel like a chore at the end of a busy day. It’s often tempting to throw a ready meal in the oven or call for take out. But preparing a simple and healthy family meal doesn’t have to be hard or time-consuming. Here are some quick wholesome dishes that you and your family will love. They can even be prepared in advance.

Better than Poutine

I know, what could be better that a steaming plate of fries, gravy and cheese curd? Fries, gravy, cheese curd and bacon, that’s what! Throw in some fresh shallots, chilli, and a splash of roasted bone marrow and duck gravy, and we turn this popular French-Canadian dish into a something sublime.

Breakfast at my House

During the week we’re often walking out the door with a coffee in one hand and slice of toast in the other, but on weekends breakfast is never rushed. It’s a late affair, sometimes spilling over to lunch, with lots of reading and chatter in between courses of fruits, poached eggs, honey and toast. One of our favorite things we like to serve when friends are visiting are buckwheat blueberry pancakes.

Roasted Pumpkin Soup

There’s nothing better than a warm bowl of pumpkin soup on a cold autumn day. Combine your roasted pumpkin with some onion, garlic, vegetable broth, and a few spices, and give it some time to simmer away. Pair it with a few slices of fresh bread to turn it into something sublime.