Oktoberfest Recipes: Spaetzle & Pork Schnitzel/Jägerschnitzel

I am very happy that fall has finally arrived! By far, fall is definitely my favourite season of them all since it comes with warm drinks, cozy sweaters, and new delicious produce (think apples, cruciferous veggies, squash, pears) that make the perfect cozy and warming comfort foods. It also means that since it cooler and…

Honeyed Greek Yogurt with Blueberry Jam

Start your morning with something simple, fresh, and naturally sweet. This Honeyed Greek Yogurt with Blueberry Jam is a quick and wholesome breakfast that tastes like a treat. Featuring ripe, in-season blueberries and no refined sugar, it’s the perfect way to beautiful and flavourful blueberries this summer! A Classic Combination with a Twist Honey, lemon,…

Blueberry and Grilled Chicken Salad with Raspberry Habanero Vinaigrette

This Blueberry and Grilled Chicken Salad with Raspberry Habanero Vinaigrette is a fresh, bold, and seasonal summer salad. It’s easy to assemble, full of nourishing flavour, and ideal for patio lunches, picnics, or effortless entertaining. Blueberries are the star of this dish. Juicy and sweet, they bring a burst of freshness to every bite. But…

How to Throw the Perfect Summer Picnic

Warmer weather calls for some al fresco dining. Whether in the park, on a beach, or just in your backyard, packing the perfect picnic means having food that travels well and tastes delicious. I’m here to give you some great tips, recipes and a styling guide on how to host the perfect summer picnic. Equipment…

Steak Salad with Roasted Cherry Tomato Vinaigrette

Summer is the best time of the year to eat the many varieties of tomatoes that are out there-whether they are cherry tomatoes, beefsteak, heirloom, zebra... the list goes on and on! Those sweet, juicy, plump colourful gems taste absolutely delicious after ripening outside under the sun. This gives them a deep and rich tomato…

Pork & Sambal Green Beans

It has been a scorcher here in southern BC for the past few weeks and with a west-facing apartment, temperatures inside our cozy home have easily reached 100 degrees in the evening. Rather than avoiding turning on my stove and sticking to no-cook recipes like salads and sandwiches, I fired up the stove to make…

4 Easy French Recipes for Bastille Day

Get out your berets everyone, it's Bastille Day! This French holiday, also known as "Le 14 Juillet" or "La Fête National" celebrates the beginnings of The French Revolution many years ago. The French typically celebrate this holiday by travelling, being outside (picnic anyone?) and of course, having a fantastic meal. I mean hey, you can't…