Winter Salad
Winter Salads can be just as good as summer ones, using fruit such as Pomegranates and late season Granny Smith Apples. This salad disappears at the Christmas potluck, or any potluck for that matter.
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Soup and Salad
New England Clam Chowder
New England Clam chowder may be the most popular chowder, and even though associated with Massachusetts; French, British and Nova Scotian settlers brought the recipe with them.
Yamitsuki (Japanese Cabbage Salad)
In Japanese Yamitsuki means “addictive” which is an interesting descriptor for a very humble cabbage salad. The salad is often served with very rich food to refresh the palate.
Kachumber (Indian Cucumber Salad)
Cucmbers, tomatoes and onions are a salad combination throughout the world. Kachumber is unique because of the dressing – fresh squeezed lemon juice, salt pepper and sometimes cumin. No oil.
Fresh Corn Salad
At the peak of summer and corn season we look for other recipes to enjoy the sweet freshly picked corn from the Farmer’s Market. This recipe is a blend of several and we experimented many times until getting it “just right” according to family and …
Carrot Coconut Ginger Soup
It is always nice to entertain during the Christmas Season, and we love serving little tastes of a nice hot soup. The soy sauce adds a bit of Unami flavour and fresh ginger adds the depth. Any left over coconut milk freezes really well.
Limoncino Salad Dressing
Limoncino Vinegar is so much sweeter than other flavoured vinegars. A product of Italy, it is found in specialty stores, distributed by Preferisco Foods Ltd., Vancouver.
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.
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.
French Onion Soup
This modern version of onions and soup originates in Paris, made with beef broth and caramelized onions. Heartwarming and topped with the best Swiss Cheese and a little Parmesan is a meal in itself.