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Simple, fresh ingredients come together quickly for a summer barbecue. Chicken thighs have a higher fat content than breasts and more intense flavour. Boneless and skinless thighs absorb the delicious lemony marinade in no time.
The great debate between Manhattan Clam Chowder made with tomatoes and New England Clam Chowder made with cream have their purist fans. We love both! And mostly the clams!
Swedish Meatballs are considered a national food, often served with mashed potatoes and lingonberry jam. Shop ahead for the lingonberry jam (Amazon or Ikea). You can replace with Cranberries if you want to serve something sweet with the meatballs.
Greek Salad is a family favourite and served throughout the summer and fall when the vegetables are at their peak.
The Comox Valley is pretty as a picture, encompassing the city of Courtney and town of Como – all of 8 minutes away from one another on then east coast of Vancouver Island. Courtney and Comox won’t be hidden gems forever…….views, activities, and locally crafted …
Mexico’s most popular street food are Taco’s. Making your own is so easy; spice them up or keep them child friendly.
Quintessential for a 1950’s cocktail party – a recipe for Clam Dip aired on the Kraft Music Hall Show, and canned clams sold out within 24 hours in New York City! This dip is rich and perfectly matched to Ripple Potato Chips………An American Classic!
Prosciutto di Parma stands out from any other prosciutto. Made under strict Italian quality controls, it does make a difference when draped across fresh pasta tossed with Parmesan. Make this for 1 person or a crowd……..it’s really easy and quick. let alone simple Italian stunning …
A Tostada is simply the whole tortilla fried crispy, rather than cut into triangles like the chips. And they are perfect for building everything you would in a taco, only flat. Tostados or any taco meal is especially easy if you have a nearby authentic …
Canadian pear season typically is anytime in August until October/November, and they complement so many types of cheeses. But……pears are grown nearly year round in other parts of the world. Regardless, pears are a common ingredient in our salads and charcuteries.