My mind on August 31: WOW it’s SO HOT…let’s BBQ everything! Oh man, I love BBQin! My mind when the first day of September drops 5 degrees: Did you smell that? Is that cinnamon spice? Pumpkin spice? I want dishes with more FAT, and I want COMFORT FOOD! (this may be me always actually…) It…
I discovered the idea for this simple burrata recipe while briefly working in Tuscany, Italy. It was there that I first encountered the delicious combination of sweet pear with salty cheese. One of the dishes on the menu was a fresh and light ricotta cake, paired with fresh sliced pears and honey. The combination of…
I’m no oat-hater or anything, but simply prefer my apple crisp without oats. I actually favour the taste of the streusel topping that’s made with a mix of shaved almonds and almond flour, which means that this recipe is also 100% gluten-free. Unlike a traditional apple pie, this recipe doesn’t require a pie dough that’s…
Anytime I see Padron peppers lying around in the market I jump on them without hesitation. They’re not only super tempting, but they’re also ready in minutes! And for those days when you don’t feel like cooking, these are an easy win because you don’t even need to cut them. Just toss em’ in a…
*THESE* roasted pepitas with chicken fat, cinnamon and cayenne are salty, crunchy, slightly hot, and so good they’re almost addictive. The chicken fat combined with the warm spices adds some nice wintery-autumn flavours that we just can’t get enough of. Plus, if you’ve got leftover chicken fat from roasting chicken bones for chicken stock, then…
Lately, I’ve seen a lot of creative ways to enjoy corn on the cob this summer. Some lathered in chili mayo, others grilled and steamed in husks or even some breaded in cheese a la Jamie Oliver. But for me, the best way to enjoy corn on the cob is the simplest: with butter and…
This smoked ribeye slathered in umami butter might have been the tastiest recipe of this summer. Not too long ago I crafted this umami butter for my smoked corn recipe which was better than expected. I had a little leftover in the freezer so I thought, why not try it out on the steak? The…
I used to make really bad filter coffee. Back then, I didn’t think too much about it either. I would grab my coffee filter, throw way too many spoons of stale pre-ground coffee into the paper filter, add the water way too fast and that was that – JOB-DONE! Over the years my coffee ended…
If you like olives then you’ll probably LOVE this olive spread. It’s the perfect salty, umami-loaded olive spread to eat while you prepare dinner or are getting ready to go out. Olive tapenade is quick to prepare, super simple and a recipe every olive-lover must have in their recipe box. Here’s a no-fail recipe for…
If you’re like me and don’t do boring salads then you’ll probably love this rocket salad. Rocket can be a little bitter on its own, but when mixed with the right ingredients it’s delicious and exciting. The key is to add rich ingredients like salty Parmigiano Reggiano cheese, crispy multigrain croutons, warm blistered cherry tomatoes…
Why would you make a roasted tomato salsa? Well, when you roast tomatoes in the oven you end up with a sweeter and more intensely flavoured salsa. There’s nothing wrong with a raw, fresh tomato salsa but sometimes it’s nice to change things up. Plus the usual harsh raw onion flavour from regular salsas turns…
Pate Brisee, a.k.a pie crust is a wonderful pastry dough that has many uses ranging from sweet and savoury pies to buttery quiches. There are many variations of this recipe but most use the same 4 ingredients: butter, flour, salt and water. Having a solid pie crust recipe is useful for any home cook, (especially…
This white peach puree is a delicious way to make the most of the summer’s peach season. It’s glorious mixed into yogurt, drizzled over cake or even spread over some hot buttered toast in the morning. And unlike my strawberry puree or rhubarb puree, my recipe uses a cool technique that yields an ultra-smooth puree.…
Shrimp salad lettuce wraps are a smooth move for a dinner party. They look beautiful, they’re quick to make and full of fresh summer flavours like creamy avocado, and crunchy veggies and wrapped in cold, crispy romaine lettuce. My favourite is the baby shrimp but you can also make this salad with shrimp, lobster or…
Inspired by my love for the nostalgic Five Alive soda, this salmon ceviche is cured in orange, grapefruit, lemon and lime juice for an ultra-refreshing summer appetizer. Fresh citrus, creamy avocado and crunchy cucumber are a few of the ingredients that pair perfectly with the deliciously soft texture of the marinated salmon. And I know…
