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! …
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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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This Kale and Radicchio Salad with Pomegranate Dressing is the perfect winter salad. It combines seasonal radicchio, kale, and oranges with toasted pistachios and pomegranate seeds. A homemade pomegranate dressing made with pomegranate molasses brings the whole salad together and adds a sweet and tart flavour. Get the full recipe down below and watch the…
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If you are looking to feed a crowd this holiday season, make this flavourful Holiday Roast Beef with Gravy! An inside round roast is coated in a garlic, rosemary, and thyme mixture and is baked with sliced yellow onions. Serve this seasonal recipe with an easy homemade gravy for the best holiday dinner ever! Recipe…
Sausage rolls are a classic comfort food and are a staple appetizer for the holiday season. My version of this favourite appetizer takes things to the next level, combining the smoky sausages with a spicy and sweet grainy mustard and honey glaze. Whether you serve these Gourmet Sausage Rolls with Grainy Mustard and Honey Glaze…
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The holidays call for show-stopping appetizers that are both festive and full of seasonal flavour, such as my Persimmon Chutney Crostini. Crostini are topped with sharp white cheddar cheese and a sweet and tangy chutney made with ripe persimmons, aromatic spices, and a splash of citrus. It’s an easy yet elegant appetizer that will impress…
Hosting a party at home is an art form that combines delicious food, great company, and the right tools to create a truly memorable experience. Whether you are planning a casual get-together or a more formal affair, having the right entertaining essentials will set the stage for style, fun, and success! Below, I have curated…
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