Summer Recipes

Celebrate the flavours of summer with this seasonal Corn, Zucchini & Ricotta Pasta! Fresh corn is cooked with zucchini and Read more
My Grilled Grape Crostini with Goat Cheese, Honey & Thyme is the perfect late summer treat. Fresh grapes are grilled Read more
This summer tart is an absolute showstopper! Ricotta-stuffed zucchini flowers are nestled in a quiche-like filling with thinly sliced zucchini. Read more
Patty pan squash are a delicious summer treat that are only available for a short time. So pick up a Read more
If you are looking for a healthy summer recipe, you have to try out my Mediterranean-Style Halibut! This recipe comes Read more
The classic southern Shrimp and Grits dish gets a west coast makeover with the use of seasonal spot prawns! Spot Read more
If you enjoy the flavours of garlic bread or bruschetta, you will love my recipe for Caprese-Stuffed Portobello Mushrooms! There Read more
If you're looking for a soup that is spicy and flavourful, my Smoky Chorizo Soup is the perfect recipe. This Read more
BBQ season is just around the corner, and do I ever have the perfect recipe for you! This Crying Tiger Read more
My recipe for Pan-Fried Pork Buns has been tested multiple times in our house over the past few months (with Read more
This recipe for Baked Lingcod with Chimichurri is my new favourite quick and healthy meal! It is packed full of Read more
In Italian households, seafood is typically served on Christmas Eve in a celebration known as the Feast of the Seven Read more
If you have ever had the pleasure of eating a dish called "corn cheese" at a Korean restaurant, you will Read more
Out of all the seasons, I believe summer is the easiest one to eat super healthy, delicious foods. Over the Read more
Summer is the time for tomatoes and there are TONS of ways to enjoy them. One of my favourite ways Read more
Zucchini season is here! Whether you are growing zucchini in your home garden, or are buying them from the grocery Read more
If you can’t decide between spicy or sweet chicken wings, these Gochujang Chicken Wings are the best of both worlds! Read more
This Canada Day, I am grilling up the perfect west coast Canadian recipe: Cedar Plank Salmon Burgers! On the west Read more
These Pork & Bacon Skewers are my latest and greatest creation! Tender pork chops are marinated in a delicious ginger-molasses Read more
While we may have lots of time at home these days to cook and experiment with new recipes while staying Read more
While we still have a few more weeks of winter to go, I'm really craving light and refreshing spring/summer foods. Read more
Now that it is dark outside super early, I am finding that I want quick and easy weeknight dinner recipes Read more
In the midst of summer, it is easy to turn to simple salad recipes. They don’t require any cooking or Read more
One of the best ways to tell that summer is here (other than the heat) is all the fresh garden Read more
Every summer, millions of people make their way to enjoy the Richmond Night Market. This world-famous international night market is Read more
While clams are abundant year-round on the west coast, I particularly love to enjoy them in the summertime. They make Read more
This Canada Day, I am grilling up the perfect west coast Canadian recipe: Cedar Planked Salmon. On the west coast Read more
As the days get hotter, I am preparing to send BBQ season into full swing! While I love hamburgers, veggies, Read more
As you may have recently seen on my Instagram, I have collaborated with my good friend Liisa (@Essential_oil_health) to give Read more
It's the last day of #BCBlueberryWeek here on the blog! I'm sad to see it go but I have a Read more
Blueberries are getting the royal treatment today on the blog with this elegant recipe for Blueberry Stuffed Chicken! We are Read more
It’s #BCBlueberryWeek here on the blog and I am sharing a whole weeks’ worth of delicious and nutritious recipes featuring Read more
We are in the height of blueberry season right now in BC and I just can't get enough of these Read more
Summer is the best time of the year to eat the many varieties of tomatoes that are out there-whether they Read more
It has been a scorcher here in southern BC for the past few weeks and with a west-facing apartment, temperatures Read more
If you are looking for a new healthy meal recipe that packs a ton of nutrition and is also delicious, Read more
This refreshing Strawberry Hibiscus Iced Tea has arrived just in time to quench your thirst this Canada Day long weekend! Read more
When you see fresh red bell peppers go on sale at the market or grocery store, it’s a sign from Read more
Summertime is officially here and that means lots of new, bright, and fresh fruits and veggies will be making their Read more
There’s nothing like chilling outside in the sun with an iced drink, listening to some funky music, and grilling up Read more
Strawberries have just come back into season and that can only mean one thing: summer is on the way! I Read more
You may not have known the proper name for this tasty sauce before reading this blog post, but I can Read more
It’s that time of year again, people! Spot Prawns are back in season and they are more sweet, succulent and Read more
Basil + tomatoes = the best summer combination. Even though summer is winding down, you can still celebrate these two Read more
With fall being just around the corner, our outdoor BBQ and grilling days are numbered. I know when December and Read more
Happy Sunday everyone! I hope everyone is having a nice weekend and I hope the Sunday Scaries (i.e. fear of Read more
Peanut butter and jelly. Salmon and dill. Peas and mint. These are all ingredients that go perfectly together. Adding to Read more
You may think of firing up the grill for grilling up some ribs, hamburgers, or chicken this summer, but while Read more
Summertime and blueberries go hand-in-hand. These tender, juicy blue jewels are in season right now and I just cannot get Read more
Happy first day of Summer! I have been crazy busy the last few weeks and I haven't found enough time Read more