Bok choy is one of my favourite vegetables because it’s so hearty yet light, very versatile, easy to prepare and so healthy. It is a peppery Chinese cabbage packed with vitamins, antioxidants and anti-inflammatory nutrients. This is a great dish for kids because what kid doesn’t love peanut butter? It is hearty enough for the meat-lovers… Read More
The Marché Jean-Talon in Montréal is one of the largest green markets in North America and filled with so many different varieties of juicy fruit, ripe vegetables, aromatic flowers and, of course, numerous fresh food samples – it was love at first sight! Many local farmers, as well as farmers from other provinces (bring on the… Read More
Maple syrup, maple bacon and maple vodka mixed with creamy cheese?! SAY WHAAAA?!?! It’s true! This is clearly a result of me just returning from a trip to Montréal and picking up maple syrup and maple vodka from duty free on the way back. Montréal is a little town, such a quiet village and it’s filled… Read More
Gazpacho – one of my favourite summer dishes, is a very light and refreshing soup, perfect for a summer day at the beach. It originates from Spain and traditional recipes use vegetables such as tomatoes and cucumber, vinegar, salt and soaked bread. I decided to add a little bit of flair to mine by adding a poblano pepper (a very mild chili… Read More
Because sometimes you experiment with leftover ingredients in your fridge and come up with something decadently brilliant. I love how the herbed chicken pairs so well with the rich ricotta and the almonds give the dish a nice smoky crunch that is needed with all the creaminess. The cherries add a fun pop of sweetness, which perfectly… Read More
3 musts while visiting the royal city of London: enjoy afternoon tea with friends at The Orangery at Kensington Palace; always say ‘yes’ to upgrading to the unlimited champagne option at Kensington Palace; wear a fancy (handmade) hat whilst drinking tea at Kensington Palace – it’s only proper. London is such a vibrant and historic city… Read More
Sometimes the best, most authentic food from around the world can be found from the street vendors outside, waiting to make you their local specialty. Typically, the food is cheaper than a restaurant but just as delicious because they will get ingredients from their own backyard or a local farmer. You can see what they are making,… Read More
What does one do when going on a road trip from NYC to Montreal? Make Vietnamese summer rolls for the ride, of course! Who says you need to be unhealthy or have terrible roadside food on a lovely scenic drive? These are so simple to make and perfect to have packed in your car for a… Read More
I love anything on bread! You really can’t go wrong by mixing a few things together or even getting crazy with the ingredients and serving it on toasty bread. Crostini’s are perfect for hors d’oeuvres at a party or simply as a snack. They are so versatile but this is one of my favourite flavour combinations…. Read More
Yes, this tastes every bit as beautiful and delicious as it looks. The coconut milk gives it a lovely sweet taste, which contrasts perfectly with the saltiness from the cheese, and the lemon and mint add a nice refreshing accent to the peppery radish and earthy pumpkin seeds. This dish is so bright and summery, yet cheesy and… Read More
A wonderful friend and coworker approached me asking if I had any delicious vegetarian Japanese recipes. I realized that even though I love going to sushi restaurants and eating everything, I have never cooked a Japanese meal before – so I took this as a challenge. Japan is an incredibly beautiful and vibrant country filled… Read More
What a light and refreshing way to eat tacos for the summer months (or anytime of year for that matter because they are just so delicious and easy)! Grill these outside on the barbeque for the summer parties or inside on a grill pan for a quiet night in. It’s the perfect updated barbeque dish and such a… Read More
I really have no words to describe how delicious this pizza tastes. It was buttery, creamy, spicy, comforting, herby, heaven on earth in my mouth. I think Indian food is one of the most flavourful, aromatic cuisines and every time I make something with all of these delicious spices I just can’t wait to eat it. Sure, there… Read More
Oh Canada! Home of moose, hockey, beer and poutine. There are so many beautiful places and wonderful people in Canada. I haven’t traveled around my native country as much as I would like but I have seen a few stunning cities.
Cod and blueberries? I know, but trust me on this. I was recently in Reykjavik and came across this charming little culinary shop named, RAM. I only had a jam-packed carry-on suitcase but insisted on getting some kind of small memorabilia. Svavar, the owner of the store, cookbook author and Iceland TV personality, introduced himself to… Read More
Mac and cheese – the ultimate comfort food. Thought I would kick it up a notch and give it a slightly Asian, sweet and spicy flare. If mac and cheese had no calories, I would definitely eat it everyday! For that reason, I love to get creative with it and throw in unique ingredients because everything pairs well… Read More
I actually grew up eating this Indian specialty because every time I would visit my aunt in New York she would make them for me. I absolutely loved them and especially loved cooking them for my family upon my return back to Canada after a crazy busy, fun-filled week in New York City. These and… Read More
‘Merica. Land of the free and home of the delicious fried food. For this Fourth of July, I decided to make something a little healthier than your typical fried chicken. I breaded the chicken in panko and baked it in the oven instead of frying in oil but it still came out with a crispy… Read More