Author: Ashta

  • Sourdough Schedule

    Sourdough Schedule

    A one-page sample sourdough routine for 2 loaves using a close cast iron pot for baking in. I adapted it from Emma Christensen’s interpretation of Chad Robertson‘s recipe in Tartine Book No. 3. Here is the printable pdf file: AshtasSourdoughSchedule  

  • Worthwhile Kids Music

    Worthwhile Kids Music

    Whether the songs were meant for a child or not, this week’s episode is for kids. One hour of uninterrupted tunes that are kid-approved and worthwhile listening for grown-ups too. It’s dedicated to Fox Buckminster in celebration of his 4th birthday.

  • How to benefit from a gluten free diet and still eat bread

    How to benefit from a gluten free diet and still eat bread

    A dear friend recently commented on a picture of my sourdough routine and said “I miss bread.” I felt exactly the same way after half a year of being gluten free. I went without bread or breaded things, or things made with wheat for months.  My body loved it and I felt a massive difference.…

  • Justin Trudeau Visits Nanaimo Episode

    Justin Trudeau Visits Nanaimo Episode

    The first half hour of the program is a re-broadcast of my most treasured 80’s songs for your listening delight, followed by a brand new episode from The Real News Network about how the canadian government doesnt give a shit about toxic tailing ponds. Closing the program with audio from the time in 2013 I…

  • Music Hour plus The Clash

    Music Hour plus The Clash

    It’s International Clash Day, and today we end The Sweet and Sour Variety Hour with a few cover tunes and my favourite song by The Clash, Charlie Dont Surf

  • Ashta’s Little Favourites

    Alive and live from the China Steps at the CHLY101.7fm world headquarters: it’s The Sweet and Sour Variety Hour with a whole hour of tunes that tickle.