A picnic on the beach with wine, snacks, and a good book = peak West Coastal Grandmother The Coastal Grandmother trend may have gone viral on TikTok, but its roots run much deeper than social media. The trend is inspired by Nancy Meyers, Martha Stewart, and Ina Garten, three iconic women who have embodied this…
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If you like savoury baked goods like I do, you will love my recipe for Cheddar and Chive Scones. These scones are the perfect savoury bake to enjoy for breakfast, with a cup of tea, or even as a side for a holiday dinner. They are buttery and flavourful, packed with sharp cheddar cheese and…
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Cucumber tea sandwiches are a timeless classic—cool, crisp, and perfect for any spring or summer gathering. My version adds a bit more flavour to this classic recipe by adding lots of fresh spring herbs to a creamy cream cheese spread. Whether you are hosting a garden party, a bridal shower, or just enjoying afternoon tea…
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Say bonjour to the ultimate spring brunch recipe: the Croque Madame. This classic French triple-decker sandwich is stacked with ham, mustard, melty cheese, creamy Mornay sauce, and finished with a sunny-side-up egg on top. Serve it with a crisp green salad for a festive spring gathering that’s sure to impress. This recipe made with local…
Valentine’s Day is all about romance, and what better way to celebrate than with a homemade meal of Gnocchi with Truffle Cream Sauce? Pillowy-soft gnocchi are cooked and tossed in a savoury truffle cream sauce and garnished with lots of Parmiginao Reggiano cheese. This restaurant-worthy meal can be made right at home and with just…
Pasta Carbonara is a delicious and easy pasta dish to make right at home. The localized version of this popular Italian recipe uses farm-fresh local eggs, thick cut local bacon, as well as spaghetti, Parmesan cheese and black pepper. Serve this for any night of the week, or for a special occasion like Valentine’s Day! …
This Calabrian Chili Rosé Pasta is a very easy and romantic recipe to serve for Valentine’s Day. Radiatore pasta is tossed in a creamy rosé sauce that gets a bit of spice from Italian Calabrian chili pepper paste. This meal is budget-friendly and comes together in just 30 minutes! https://youtu.be/3UNrrhtP9vw What is Calabrian Chili Pepper…
My Steamed Scallop Dumplings are juicy, succulent, and full of fresh flavour. They are simply made with scallops, scallions, ginger, and get a kick from jalapeño peppers. Pair these with my simple dipping sauce and enjoy these the next time you’re craving dumplings! https://youtu.be/IZIRA_e5Wkc A Simple Scallop Dumpling Filling… with a Surprise Ingredient There are…
My Pork-Stuffed Lotus Root is a unique recipe to serve during Lunar New Year! Lotus root symbolizes abundance and is often served during this time of year to celebrate. This easy recipe sandwiches a flavourful pork filling between two crunchy pieces of lotus root before being coated in cornstarch and egg and air fried. These…
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