Happy Monday everyone! I don’t know about you, but despite all of the weather related issues we had at the beginning of the holidays, they turned out to be lovely. And with temperatures plummeting to the high minus teens, it’s rather wonderful to have power back! I believe that now power has been restored to everyone in Toronto, thank goodness!
2013 was a year of change in a good way. I celebrated a benchmark birthday (I still can’t believe I’m THAT old!). My almost ten years of working with my dear friend came to an end and I decided to embark on a new career path in food! Little did I know that way back in 2007 when I began blogging it would eventually redirect my career path! I’m really pumped about 2014 and all of the opportunities it will bring! Happy New Year indeed!
As you WordPress users are already aware, WP sends us a synopsis of the stats at the end of every year. Even though i see my stats day to day, this synopsis still surprises me! My humble little blog was viewed 51,000 times in 2013, can you believe it! And for whatever reason December 24th garnered a healthy 728 views (I still can’t figure out why!). Here’s a quick review.
The five most popular posts were:
- Titanic Peaches in Chartreuse Jelly
- Quinoa Energy Bars
- Best Beef Tenderloin Ever
- Super Fluffy Buttermilk Pancakes
- Titanic Dinner Party Invitations
The lovely ladies and gentlemen who were my top five commenters:
- Maria at A_Boleyn
- Sissi at With a Glass
- Norma at Garden to Wok
- Lorraine at Not Quite Nigella
- Charles at Five Euro Food
I would like to take this opportunity to thank you for your support and kind words, without you this blog would be a meaningless collection of recipes floating about in cyberspace. Thank you for you support and encouragement, I can’t express how much it means to me.
May 2014 bring you all joy, health and all the best wishes!
Hooray, I made a “top five” list of something! 😀 Glad to visit Eva… it’s always a pleasure to come by your lovely blog. As you say, indeed – a lot happened in 2013! I wonder how you can top it in 2014?! We’ll be along for the ride 🙂
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Hi Charles, thanks so much for all of your lovely words, it’s indeed a pleasure to hear from you. I know 2014 will be very exciting for you too! I’m looking forward to hearing all about it.
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Eva, this year (especially the last bit, if I’m right) was so exceptional for your professional life indeed! I am thrilled to see one can change her/his career towards something which is a passion and, most of all, not only at the age of twenty (I think here about me too…). Congratulations once more for your fascinating job! I hope it will make you as happy and as excited as it does now.
Thank you so much for citing me and linking to my blog. I had no idea I was so talkative 😉 (just joking! I can talk 24 hours a day, and when it comes to food… you imagine!). I’m so sorry I have been late with comments in recent weeks. First there were holidays and now… it’s so difficult to come back to normal life and stop being lazy. Happy New Year, Eva!
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Thank you for your kind words Sissi, I always do look forward to our exchanges. Yes indeed this year has been full of changes but that is what keeps it exciting. It’s a bit slow right now although I have some recipe testing booked and I’ve reached out to several new food stylists who have positively responded! It’s very exciting. Thank you for your generous ongoing support and kind words.
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Another great year, my friend!! I’m going to have to treat Bill to your tenderloin. He thanks you in advance!!!
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Thank you so much Liz, it’s been a wild ride. I hope you and Bill enjoy it as much as we do.
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Congrats, dear Eva on your great stats! Our blogs were similar viewed, mine was 52,000 times viewed,…Yeahhh!
Cheers to a wonderful, great & fun blogging year! xxx And to more tasty posts from you!!! xxx
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Thank you so much Sophie, congrats to you too. May you have a fantastic year!
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and what a great year it was with you and all your amazing recipes! Loving the sound of that tenderloin
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Thanks so much Jessica, it’s very nice of you to say.
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Happy, Happy New Year dear Eva! You’re so right, 2013 was filled with blessings across the board — how exciting for you that you are finding a new career path filled with novel challenges and satisfaction. May 2014 light up your life in every way! Stay warm, xo.
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Thank you so much Kelly, I wish the very best for you and your family too for 2014!
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I don’t know how I missed that beef tenderloin post. Intriguing. Sounds very interesting.
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Thank you kindly David. My friend Barb of Profiteroles and Ponytails just made it and had great results!
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Happy new year Eva, and may the big chill pass quickly!
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Thanks, we’ll send some your way Liz!
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You had a great year, Eva, and I bet 2014 will be even better. Looking forward to your posts whenever you can fit them in between your job assignments.
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Thanks so much Maria, I look forward to an exciting year too!
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Congrats on your great stats, Eva, most deserved. And congrats especially on your new career. Cheers to you and may 2014 bring everything you hope for.
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Thank you so much Betsy, I so appreciate your kind words of encouragement. I do hope 2014 brings you much happiness and health.
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Happy New Year, Eva, and Congrats on a great 2013. Hopefully, 2014 will bring you great health, prosperity and joy. Please tell a little more on your change in career path. Love the blog and looking forward to reading more of it in 2014. 🙂
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Hi Richard, thank you kindly for your lovely words. I am on my way to becoming a food stylist! I still have to pinch myself. I still have a lot to learn and I’m doing so by assisting some great Toronto stylists on some very exciting projects. Recently, I’ve also been doing some recipe testing for a Toronto recipe developer, which is also quite exciting and fun! I’m going to re-categorize my posts that talk about my career change so it’s easier to find. Thank you kindly for your support!
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2013 was a good year indeed. I’m looking forward to where 2014 will lead you.
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Thanks so much Karen, all the best to you and your husband too!
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You had an eventful 2013, Eva. I look forward to another year of your beautiful creations.
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Thank you so much Angie, I too look forward to your healthful recipes in 2014!
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No idea I was one of your 5 top commenters. I do so enjoy your blogs and your friendship. Looking forward to reading many more. Keep us posted on your new career. Wishing you a successful and healthy 2014.
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Hi Norma, I am so very fond of you too and I do love reading about your lovely garden and adventures! Thank you for your kind words and encouragement! I wish you a happy and healthy 2014 too.
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Congratulations on your wonderful blog stats, and all the best in your career change!
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Thanks so much Ali, all the best to you and your family for 2014 too!
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You have a wonderful blog, Eva. I’m so looking forward to hearing how the new career is going. Your happiness is filtering down to us all.
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Thanks so much Maureen, your kind words and encouragement give me a great deal of courage to push forward!
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I remember those Titanic posts and I am not surprised that they were so popular because they were fabulous! Here’s to a fantastic 2014!
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Thanks Lorraine, I do hope you have a wonderful 2014 too!
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