Cozy up this fall with this delicious and Fall Harvest Minestrone with Pumpkin and Kale. This hearty Italian-inspired soup is packed with fall vegetables, including kale and pumpkin, and is served with Parmesan cheese and crusty bread. This is a comforting soup recipe that you will want to enjoy all season long! This recipe was…
Continue reading ➞ Fall Harvest Minestrone with Pumpkin and Kale
If you’ve been following along with my Canadian Thanksgiving menu series, you will know that we’ve already covered everything from savoury starters to the main course. We kicked things off with my Bannock Bites Two Ways, followed by a Roasted Turkey Breast with Maple Glaze served with seasonal sides like Thanksgiving Poutine Potatoes with Turkey…
Celebrate Thanksgiving with a Canadian twist! This Roasted Turkey Breast with Maple Glaze is tender, juicy, and perfect for holiday gatherings! Instead of roasting a whole bird, this recipe focuses on a bone-in turkey breast, making it easier to prepare while still delivering the festive flavour and presentation everyone loves. But the real star of…
We already love potatoes and gravy on the holiday table, so why not take it a step further and turn it into a Thanksgiving-style poutine? Crispy roasted potatoes are topped with rich, homemade turkey gravy and fresh cheese curds for a side dish that’s indulgent, savoury, and satisfying. Be sure to assemble and serve right…
Continue reading ➞ Thanksgiving Poutine Potatoes with Turkey Gravy
Mushrooms are one of the best seasonal fall ingredients, and I am combining my favorite Canadian-grown varieties in this recipe for Wild Mushroom and Sage Stuffing. Chanterelle, oyster, and shiitake mushrooms are sauteed with onions, celery, and sage before being layered with crusty bread and chicken stock and baked in the oven until golden brown.…
This West Coast–inspired side dish is a fresh and flavourful addition to your Thanksgiving menu. Tender Brussels sprouts are thinly sliced and sautéed with hearty kale, then tossed in a sweet and tangy blend of maple syrup and apple cider vinegar. Finished with a generous topping of crispy shallots, this vegetarian dish is the perfect…
Continue reading ➞ Sautéed Brussels Sprouts and Kale with Crispy Shallots
This Thanksgiving, we are celebrating the Canadian way with a delicious Thanksgiving feast! I have created an entire Canadian-themed Thanksgiving menu from appetizers to a show stopping dessert that incorporates recipes from various cultures and backgrounds from across Canada. We are kicking things off with my Bannock Bites, which give a nod to the Indigenous…
Continue reading ➞ Bannock Bites: An Elegant Thanksgiving Appetizer
I know that fall is here when I get the sudden urge to bake something from scratch. There’s nothing better than filling the house with the smell of something warm and homemade—it instantly makes everything feel cozy. This year, my inspiration came from an unexpected source.... a candle! Cordova Candle Co.’s Canadian Maple candle captures…
Continue reading ➞ Cinnamon-Walnut Swirl Bread with Maple Butter
The start of fall marks the beginning of the cozy entertaining season in my home. Rather than light and refreshing meals and drinks that I have been serving over the summer months, this is the time for bold, comforting flavours that make the best fall appetizer and cocktail recipes to enjoy. If you are looking…
Continue reading ➞ 6 Fall Appetizer & Cocktail Recipes for Cozy Entertaining