My Easy Plum Chutney is a delicious recipe to make at the end of summer when plums are at their best! This sweet, tangy, and spicy chutney is filled with plums, onions, jalapeño peppers, and spices. Use this chutney on toast, on roasted meats, or in a grilled cheese sandwich with aged cheddar cheese for…
Summer
Blueberry Coffee Cake
My homemade Blueberry Coffee Cake is the perfect way to kick off blueberry season. This coffee cake has a dense, yet tender cake base and is layered with fresh blueberries and a sweet and crumbly streusel topping. Enjoy this recipe for breakfast, brunch or even dessert this summer while blueberries are fresh and delicious! The…
Corn, Zucchini & Ricotta Pasta
Celebrate the flavours of summer with this seasonal Corn, Zucchini & Ricotta Pasta! Fresh corn is cooked with zucchini and orecchiette pasta before being tossed with the easiest and creamiest ricotta sauce. Topped with fresh basil leaves and extra dollops of ricotta, and you have the perfect summer recipe! This recipe was created in collaboration…
Grilled Grape Crostini with Goat Cheese, Honey & Thyme
My Grilled Grape Crostini with Goat Cheese, Honey & Thyme is the perfect late summer treat. Fresh grapes are grilled on the BBQ until soft and are served on crispy baguette. The addition of soft goat cheese, honey and thyme really bring all these flavours together! This recipe was created in collaboration with Town Hall Brands and Singletree…
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Zucchini Flower & Ricotta Tart
This summer tart is an absolute showstopper! Ricotta-stuffed zucchini flowers are nestled in a quiche-like filling with thinly sliced zucchini. Fresh herbs and lemon zest really add brightness to this Zucchini Flower & Ricotta Tart. This recipe was created in collaboration with Town Hall Brands and Blue Grouse Estate Winery and features their 2019 Quill Q White wine. The…
Ricotta-Stuffed Patty Pan Squash
Patty pan squash are a delicious summer treat that are only available for a short time. So pick up a bunch from your local grocery store or garden and make my recipe for Ricotta-Stuffed Patty Pan Squash. An Italian-Inspired Summer RecipeI decided to put an Italian spin on this recipe by stuffing the squash with…
Mediterranean-Style Halibut
If you are looking for a healthy summer recipe, you have to try out my Mediterranean-Style Halibut! This recipe comes together in mere minutes with just a few ingredients. As a bonus, it is all made in one pan which makes clean up a breeze and makes time for fun summer activities. Classic Mediterranean Ingredients …
Spicy Spot Prawns & Grits
The classic southern Shrimp and Grits dish gets a west coast makeover with the use of seasonal spot prawns! Spot prawns are in season for a few weeks out of the year and there are so many recipes to make! These Spot Prawns and Grits should be on your list of recipes as they are…
Caprese-Stuffed Portobello Mushrooms
If you enjoy the flavours of garlic bread or bruschetta, you will love my recipe for Caprese-Stuffed Portobello Mushrooms! There are all the flavours of these traditional Italian foods, but a bit healthier as this recipe is much lower in carbs. Make this recipe at your next cookout and I guarantee these will be a…
Smokey Chorizo Soup
If you're looking for a soup that is spicy and flavourful, my Smoky Chorizo Soup is the perfect recipe. This Mexican-inspired soup is filled with delicious vegetables, spices and Red Barn Markets Chorizo Sausage. Made locally in Victoria BC, the Chorizo sausage is mild but lends lots of flavour to the soup! Recipe developed in…