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    Home » odds and ends » So Long, 2013: A Year-End Wrap Up

    So Long, 2013: A Year-End Wrap Up

    Dec 31, 2013 · 8 Comments

    I don't know about anyone else, but I'm finding it hard to believe that we'll be flipping our calendars to a new year in less than 24 hours. Where did the time go?

    Not to say that the past year wasn't eventful, of course.

    I attended the first-ever Food Bloggers of Canada conference at Hockley Valley and the fourth annual Big Summer Potluck in Buck County, PA. I traveled to Spain and Philly and Vancouver and Providence. Oh, and there might have been a wedding somewhere in the middle there.

    Oh, and this little blog of mine? It topped 700K in total pageviews, which is half again the total for 2012. (Yes, I know that's probably half of what the Pioneer Woman gets in a month, but it's still a huge achievement for me.)

    Before we move on to the new stuff, let's take one last look at last year's most popular posts (plus a bonus entry for my personal favourite).

    10. Earl Grey Icebox Cookies

    Fragrant Earl Grey tea, buttery dough, and a simple preparation? What's not to love about these elegant little cookies?
    Earl Grey Cookies

    9. Shaved Asparagus Pizza

    I'll be honest - I mostly eat my asparagus straight-up, either simply steamed or quickly charred on the grill.  This pizza is a very close second, though.
    Shaved Asparagus Pizza

    8. Nutella Chocolate Chunk Granola

    This granola isn't health food, by any stretch of the imagination, but it is chocolatey and delicious.
    Nutella Granola

    7. Make-Ahead Chocolate Oatmeal

    This, on the other hand, is totally health food. It's loaded with fiber and is low in fat, thanks to the fact that the chocolatey flavour actually comes from chocolate almond milk and a spoonful of dark cocoa powder.
    Make-Ahead Chocolate Oatmeal

    6. Brie and Cranberry Bites

    This quick and simple appetizer has become a staple on my holiday menu - it's hard to believe these elegant little bites only require four ingredients and a few minutes to make.
    Cranberry Brie Bites

    5. Coffee-Toffee Thumbprint Cookies

    These take a little more work than icebox cookies, but it's totally worth it for the end result. Buttery cookie and chewy caramel? Yes please!
    Coffee-Toffee Thumbprint Cookies

    4. Beef and Asparagus Stir Fry

    All the deliciousness of Chinese takeout, but way healthier. (Not to mention it's done in less time than it takes for the local Chinese take-out joint to deliver.)
    Asparagus and Beef Stir Fry

    3. Pumpkin Cheesecake Swirl Brownies

    Two of my favourite desserts swirled together in one gooey, sweet treat. Perfect for Halloween, but why wait until then?
    Pumpkin Cheesecake Swirled Brownies

    2. Spicy Fish Tacos with Avocado-Yogurt Sauce

    This recipe is way better for you than the traditional deep-fried fish tacos, and way more flavourful, too.
    Spicy Fish Tacos

    1. Mexican-Style Vegetarian Stuffed Peppers

    Believe it or not, this recipe gets almost as many hits on its own as all the other posts in this list combined. I guess that means you guys like hearty meatless recipes... which is good, because I'll be sharing lots more of those next year!
    Mexican-Style Stuffed Peppers

    //

    And as a bonus, my personal favourite (and surprisingly, one of the least popular of last year's posts):

    Balsamic Pickled Cherries

    These are honestly one of the most amazing things to come out of my kitchen in years.
    They're tangy and sweet, and they go perfectly with everything from roast pork or chicken to cheese plates to ice cream, and even in Manhattans. Just do me a favour and try a small batch of these when cherries are in season next year... I swear you won't regret it.
    Balsamic Cherries

    Wishing you all a wonderful New Year... and here's to another year of deliciousness in 2014!

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    1. Liz says

      January 3, 2014 at 10:05 pm

      Oh, my. I want to make ALL of these...starting with those fish tacos. I will be dreaming of them tonight...

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    2. Aurora Importing says

      January 2, 2014 at 10:14 am

      It's been a yummy year! Looking forward for what you come up with on 2014, Isabelle :)

      PS: I think the balsamic pickled cherries were the most popular here at the office too!

      ~Andrés

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    3. Christiane ~ Taking On Magazines says

      January 1, 2014 at 1:56 pm

      Happy New Year! It has been an amazing year. I haven't traveled like you did, but it definitely flew by. I don't have a clue as to which of your recipes up there I'd call a favorite. They all look amazing. If on a desert island, only one food, blah blah blah, I'd probably pick the spicy fish tacos. They look delicious.

      Reply
    4. Carla says

      January 1, 2014 at 1:51 pm

      Happy New Year, Isabelle! May we see each other again at BSP :)

      Reply
    5. A Canadian Foodie says

      January 1, 2014 at 2:45 am

      An incredible Happy New Year to you, too! What a year!
      :)
      V

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    6. kristy @ she eats says

      December 31, 2013 at 1:21 pm

      Isabelle! That asparagus pizza is the bee's knees!!! Congrats on your blogging accomplishments over the past year - you're definitely one of my favorites.

      xoxoxoxo - happy new years!!!

      Reply
    7. Lara says

      December 31, 2013 at 1:17 pm

      Happy New Year! So glad that we got to spend a delicious afternoon together in 2013!

      Reply
    8. Dixya @ Food, Pleasure, and Health says

      December 31, 2013 at 12:56 pm

      i love that chocolate overnight oatmeal. I will have to try that fish tacos soon from here. Hope you have a happy new year :)

      Reply

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