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My Favourite Mashed Potatoes

• Recipes and Food

October 12, 2025

You'll never guess the secret ingredient...

Porc aux Pruneaux

• Recipes and Food

September 21, 2025

A cozy French recipe for wine-braised pork with juicy prunes.

Addictive Crispy Potatoes

• Recipes and Food

August 31, 2025

Seriously. Addictive. 

German Cucumber Salad

• Recipes and Food

August 10, 2025

Just like Oma used to make.

Pasta alle Vongole

• Recipes and Food

July 20, 2025

With a little twist. 

Insalata di Sedano

• Recipes and Food

June 29, 2025

Celery Salad. It sounds so much better in Italian.

Blue Cheese Topper

• Recipes and Food

June 8, 2025

Just like The Keg used to make!

Lemony Scallop & Asparagus Salad

• Recipes and Food

May 18, 2025

This bursts with spring.

Artichoke Tapenade

• Recipes and Food

April 27, 2025

Turn pantry staples into a luxurious dip for the hosting win.

Blistered Padrón Peppers

• Recipes and Food

April 6, 2025

It's a little like culinary Russian roulette.

Spring Leeks and Peas with Lemon

• Recipes and Food

March 16, 2025

Signs of spring.

Maiale al Latte

• Recipes and Food

February 23, 2025

It tastes better than it looks.

Old Fashioned Suet Pie Crust

• Recipes and Food

February 2, 2025

Just like Nanny used to make. 

Bacon and Garlic Colcannon

• Recipes and Food

February 2, 2025

Like, it’s got cabbage. That counts.

Steak and Mushroom Pie

• Recipes and Food

February 2, 2025

A cold weather classic.

Red Wine Braised Beef with Pappardelle

• Recipes and Food

January 12, 2025

Rich, decadent, and cozy. 

Blistered Green Beans with Toasted Almonds

• Recipes and Food

December 22, 2024

A modern take on a French classic.

Radicchio Salad with Parmesan Balsamic Vinaigrette

• Recipes and Food

December 1, 2024

Winter salad season is the best salad season.

Tortellini in Brodo

• Recipes and Food

November 10, 2024

It's worth the work.

Anchovy-less Caesar Dressing

• Recipes and Food

November 1, 2024

For those of us not down with hairy fish.

Herb and Garlic Roast Turkey Breast

• Holidays and Special Occasions
• Recipes and Food

October 20, 2024

A better way to turkey.

Party Ready: Make-Ahead Gougère

• Recipes and Food

September 29, 2024

Otherwise known as cheese puffs.

Savoury Corn Fritters

• Recipes and Food

September 8, 2024

These are gone in seconds. 

Creamy Fennel Bruschetta

• Recipes and Food

August 18, 2024

Bruschetta – not just tomatoes. 

Lemongrass Chicken

• Recipes and Food

July 28, 2024

Your next cookout favourite.

Zucchini Fritters (Pitelle di Zucchine)

• Recipes and Food

July 7, 2024

A delicious way to use up all that zucchini!

Butter Chicken

• Recipes and Food

June 16, 2024

Better than takeout. 

Beef and Bacon Burger

• Recipes and Food

May 19, 2024

Not on – in

Authentic Mexican Huitlacoche Tacos

• Recipes and Food

April 14, 2024

The truffle of Mexico. 

A Slightly Rogue Vichyssoise

• Recipes and Food

March 24, 2024

But just slightly. 

Funghi Fritto

• Recipes and Food

March 3, 2024

Fancy fried mushrooms. 

The Antojitos My Family Went Crazy For

• Recipes and Food

February 7, 2024

Starting the night or ending it, these are perfect. 

Lentil Mushroom Shepherd's Pie

• Recipes and Food

January 7, 2024

Hearty and robust, you will never miss the meat in this comforting classic.

Ravioli all'Uovo

• Recipes and Food

December 31, 2023

Runny egg yolk in pastry, like this one from La Cucina Italiana, turns humble ingredients into pure decadence. 

Overnight Stock

• Recipes and Food

December 24, 2023

It really can't get any easier. 

Carrots with Pistachio Pesto, Pomegranate and Lemony Yogurt

• Recipes and Food

December 17, 2023

Deliciously different. 

Fromage Fort

• Recipes and Food

December 10, 2023

Pure genius.

Pumpkin Chickpea Curry

• Recipes and Food

December 3, 2023

A delicous way to use up all that canned pumpkin.

Festive Red Salad

• Recipes and Food

November 19, 2023

Bold and striking, add some pizzazz to the brown tones of the holiday table. 

Ham + Swiss Pinwheels

• Recipes and Food

November 12, 2023

Or, tartiflette roulades as the fancy people say.

Baked Camembert with Wild Mushrooms

• Recipes and Food

November 5, 2023

A beloved blast from the past.

Sweet and Spicy Roast Nuts

• Recipes and Food

October 29, 2023

A perfect party snack. 

Four Cheese Macaroni

• Recipes and Food

October 22, 2023

Wear your elastic waistband pants. 

Chef Michael Olson's Pork Schnitzel

• Recipes and Food

October 15, 2023

The epitome of German efficiency, this is on the table in under 30 minutes. 

Duck Confit for the Dinner Party Win

• Recipes and Food

October 1, 2023

The ultimate make-ahead meal.  

Mushroom Lasagna

• Recipes and Food

September 24, 2023

The LBD of dinner parties. 

Classic Minestrone

• Recipes and Food

September 17, 2023

A cozy kitchen project. 

The Best Pasta Dough Recipe

• Recipes and Food

September 10, 2023

Foolproof, straight-forward, and fantastic results everytime. 

Wine Braised Chicken Legs with Rosemary, Bacon, and Garlic

• Recipes and Food

September 3, 2023

A cozy weekend dinner. 

Cottage Worthy Lobster Rolls

• Recipes and Food

August 27, 2023

The official meal of summer. 

How to Make a Proper Salad Dressing

• Recipes and Food

August 20, 2023

Never buy bottled again.

How to Pickle Anything

• Recipes and Food

August 13, 2023

Tis the season.

Thai Coconut Shrimp

• Recipes and Food

August 6, 2023

A few thoughts on a delicious recipe.

Charred Corn Salad with Pickled Onions and Cilantro

• Recipes and Food

July 23, 2023

A delicious riff on Mexican street corn.

Party Dip Board

• Recipes and Food

July 16, 2023

Move over, butter board. 

Scallop Crudo

• Recipes and Food

July 9, 2023

A stylish starter for any dinner party.

Spicy and Saucy Shrimp and Chorizo

• Recipes and Food

July 2, 2023

Simple, delicious, and fast. 

Arugula Salad with Pickled Strawberries, Goat Cheese, and Toasted Pistachios

• Recipes and Food

June 25, 2023

Make the most of strawberry season.

Grilled Halibut and Prawns with Summer Vegetable Fricassee and Garlic Scape Pesto

• Recipes and Food

June 18, 2023

Wow, that’s a mouthful. Thankfully, A really tasty one.

Pasta Salad with Asparagus, Peas, and Pancetta in a Lemon-Parmesan Vinaigrette

• Recipes and Food

June 11, 2023

This is a really good pasta salad. 

Ontario Vignarola

• Recipes and Food

June 4, 2023

Our local take on a Roman classic.

Chef Michael Olson's Spice Rubbed Pork Loin

• Recipes and Food

May 28, 2023

Super delicious. Stunningly easy. 

Asparagus and Goat Cheese Tart

• Recipes and Food

May 21, 2023

Easy, elegant... this tart takes the cake. 

Pasta with Ramps and Pancetta

• Recipes and Food

May 14, 2023

It’s ramp season!

Spring Pea and Lemon Risotto

• Recipes and Food

May 7, 2023

Elegant, stylish… and on the table in 20 minutes.

How to Make Arancini

• Recipes and Food

May 6, 2023

The best use of leftover risotto. 

Shrimp Ceviche

• Recipes and Food

April 30, 2023

This is so good. 

Classic Bistro Salad

• Recipes and Food

April 23, 2023

Bacon and cheese make everything better. 

Easy Ricotta Gnocchi

• Recipes and Food

April 16, 2023

There's nothing to fear. 

An Easy Lemon Pesto You'll Make Again and Again

• Recipes and Food

April 2, 2023

All it takes is five minutes and a food processor. 

Food and Wine Pairing 101

• Wine
• Recipes and Food

March 29, 2023

7 simple ideas to make the most of your match.

Meatballs with Mascarpone Polenta

• Recipes and Food

March 26, 2023

Your new family favourite.

Ciceri e Tria

• Recipes and Food

March 19, 2023

The best Italian soup you've never heard of.

Beet Salad with Creamy Feta Dressing

• Recipes and Food

March 12, 2023

A salad that ticks all the boxes.

How to Make Cheese Fondue

• Recipes and Food

March 3, 2023

Après-ski like you mean it. 

Nearly Classic Boeuf Bourguignon

• Recipes and Food

February 27, 2023

Julia would be so proud. Or totally mortified.

Lemony Spinach-Ricotta Gnudi in Tomato Basil-Sauce

• Recipes and Food

January 12, 2023

Easy, make-ahead, and mind-blowingly delicious. 

The Creamiest, Tastiest Chickpeas

• Recipes and Food

January 2, 2023

This is the best way to make ultra delicious legumes. 

Creamy Celeriac and Potato Soup

• Recipes and Food

December 26, 2022

Leftover holiday mash gets a makeover in this addictive soup. 

How to Make Celeriac Mash

• Recipes and Food

December 14, 2022

The creamiest, dreamiest side you will ever make. Seriously.

Poached Shrimp with Easy Lemon Aioli

• Recipes and Food

December 9, 2022

A stylish spin on the ubiquitous shrimp cocktail ring.

Perfect Roast Chicken, Every Time

• Recipes and Food

December 8, 2022

Yes. Every time. 

Our Mom's Braised Red Cabbage

• Recipes and Food

November 30, 2022

The one dish that is always on our holiday tables. 

How to Make Whipped Ricotta

• Recipes and Food

November 27, 2022

It's so easy. 

Warm Olives with Citrus and Herbs

• Recipes and Food

November 9, 2022

Winner of best supporting actor at any cocktail party.

Consider the Casserole

• Recipes and Food

November 6, 2022

The one-pot wonder is your first-class ticket to entertaining easy street.

Easy and Impressive Pumpkin Lasagna

• Recipes and Food

October 31, 2022

Turn leftover holiday pumpkin into a company-worthy lasagna. 

How to Make Classic Steak Tartare

• Recipes and Food

October 23, 2022

We tried three wines (all for research, of course) to see what wine is the best pairing with this French bistro favourite. 

Creamy Pumpkin Bechamel Sauce

• Recipes and Food

October 20, 2022

I could drink this. 

Use Up Those Thanksgiving Leftovers with this Comforting Turkey & Corn Chowder

• Holidays and Special Occasions
• Recipes and Food

October 17, 2022

You'll wish you had leftovers every week. 

Butternut Squash Soup with Blue Cheese

• Recipes and Food

September 28, 2022

Blue cheese is the key to energizing this rustic fall favourite. 

White Bean Dip with Roast Garlic, Rosemary, and Lemon

• Recipes and Food

September 7, 2022

Minimum effort; maximum results.

Chilled Corn and Coconut Soup

• Recipes and Food

August 26, 2022

Celebrate corn season with this silky summer soup.

Vegan Coconut Ceviche

• Recipes and Food

August 25, 2022

Don't let the vegan fool you, even dedicated meat eaters devour this bright and snappy dish!

Grilled Halloumi and Peaches with Honey-Thyme Syrup

• Recipes and Food

August 24, 2022

Take advantage of in-season peaches with this elegant appetizer. 

Nutty Noodle Salad

• Recipes and Food

August 21, 2022

A hot weather favourite.