Manhattan Clam Chowder
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!
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Soup and Salad
Greek Salad with Chick Peas and Baby Greens
Greek Salad is a family favourite and served throughout the summer and fall when the vegetables are at their peak.
Pear, Blue Cheese and Walnut Salad
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.
Tomato and Blue Cheese Salad
Truly a summer time salad, when tomatoes are are their peak. A creamy traditional Blue Cheese is perfect.
Janet’s Salad
This comfort food salad is made just before serving it. If you prefer creamier, add less vinegar, and if you tend to like salad dressing a bit more tart, taste while adding the vinegar.
Red Lentil Soup
Lentils come in a range of colours and sizes, and each has its own characteristics and applications. Red Lentils are great for soups and stews. They have less starch than yellow and are creamy when cooked down. They are not the lentils you would choose …
Chili Con Carne
Chili Con Carne means “Meat with Beans” in Spanish, and “Spicy Beef Stew” in Mexican. (Although most likely more Southern States than Mexican). “Chili” for short, was a staple growing up, comfort food and still is today. Serve with any toppings you prefer: grated cheese, …
Roasted Cauliflower Soup
Cauliflower has been cultivated around the Mediterranean and Asia since the 1500’s, but only became popular in North America in the 1900’s. The smaller the cauliflower, the sweeter it is.
Stock – Turkey or Chicken
Delicious on its own this stock is full of flavour. It also usually shows up New Year’s Eve in a Fondue with Broth.
Hearts of Romaine with Blue Cheese Viniagrette
Romaine lettuce made its way from the Middle East to Greece and then to Italy and Western Europe, before making it across the Atlantic to North America. Nearly every good Steak House serves some version of a blue cheese and lettuce salad. The perfect pairing …