Pan-Seared Chicken Breasts

Pan-Seared Chicken Breasts

Fresh herbs infuse the chicken with lots of flavour, the longer you are able to marinate it. Don’t shy away from the black peppercorns, it is really good when the entire meal comes together.

Simple Tomato and Cucumber Salad

Simple Tomato and Cucumber Salad

Not quite a Greek Salad, but almost. Tomatoes fresh from the grower and Persian cucumbers make this salad. Very easy to make alongside or on top of Aleppo Pepper Meatballs and Hummus.

Chive Sea Bar and Lounge, Savannah, Georgia

Chive Sea Bar and Lounge, Savannah, Georgia

Located in the Old Historic District of Savannah, Chive Sea Bar and Lounge came highly recommended. It’s decor is inspired by the decadence of the roaring 20’s in the oldest City in Georgia.

Aleppo Pepper Meatballs

Aleppo Pepper Meatballs

Aleppo Pepper has quickly become one of our favourite spices. it’s smokey and earthy; a little sweet and a little spicy. It can be used as a flavour enhancer or a finisher – sprinkled on a dish at the end. Aleppo Pepper and Sumac can 

Spago at the Bellagio, Las Vegas

Spago at the Bellagio, Las Vegas

Spago has a front row seat at the Bellagio Hotel overlooking the Bellagio Fountains. Sometimes we have been lucky enough to sit outside, listen to the Fountain music and feel the mist; and other times not so lucky!

Asparagus Salsa Soup

Asparagus Salsa Soup

This quick and flavourful soup has been a long-time family favourite. Don’t let the color throw you off! The salsa you use will determine the intensity of the heat in the soup. Mild salsa for a gentler palate and medium/hot for others.

Tajin Seared Pork Chops

Tajin Seared Pork Chops

This Mexican Blend of chili peppers, lime and sea salt was the perfect one to celebrate Cinco de Mayo, along with Green Chili Polenta or Grits and Sautéed Blue Oyster Mushrooms!

Sautéed Blue Oyster Mushrooms

Sautéed Blue Oyster Mushrooms

Blue Oyster Mushrooms are meatier than the regular on the shelf white mushrooms. A little chewier with an earthy rich flavour, these mushrooms are indeed a treat.

Blue Oyster Mushrooms

Blue Oyster Mushrooms

Blue Oyster Mushrooms most likely had their origin in Europe and travelled across the globe. Available in specialty markets, Blue Oyster Mushrooms are a bit costly and well worth the experience.

Green Chili Polenta or Grits

Green Chili Polenta or Grits

Canned Green Chili’s give this dish a bit of heat and was the perfect side to Tajin Pork Chops and sautéed Blue Oyster Mushrooms.