Turkey Sandwich Melts

Turkey Sandwich Melts

Bon Appétit Magazine has done it again! I was a bit skeptical the I saw this recipe, and amazed how good it was. Our version is an adaptation, and we will save turkey just to make it again.

Brown Butter Scallops with Romesco Sauce

Brown Butter Scallops with Romesco Sauce

Brown Butter Scallops on top of Romesco Sauce is purely elegant dining, and so very easy. Romesco is not intended to be fiery hot, but add more pepper flakes or cayenne if you prefer, but be mindful of the delicate and sweet scallops.

Romesco Chicken Sandwich

Romesco Chicken Sandwich

Make your own Romesco Sauce or purchase a high quality pre-made jar such as Mediterranean Sauces Moli de Pomeri. It is a standard condiment used in Spain.

Carne Asada for Tacos

Carne Asada for Tacos

Carne Asada simply means grilled meat. Layered on a corn tortilla, with the freshest of toppings. San Diego is given credit for thinking of piling Carne Asada on French Fries, with the usual Mexican style toppings – Pico de Gallo, Guacamole, Grated Cheese/Cojita, Jalapeño Crema, 

Creamed Chicken with Slow Roasted Tomatoes

Creamed Chicken with Slow Roasted Tomatoes

During tomato season we try to use tomatoes every couple of days. Pick from your own garden or find then at the Farmer’s Market. Small tomatoes are lovely for roasting, and it is easy to see why they are a fruit.

Turkey/Chicken and Spinach Curry

Turkey/Chicken and Spinach Curry

Coconut milk is more common in Thai curries than Indian curries; however, this curry brings together the Indian flavours of turmeric, coriander, cayenne and cumin with the Coconut milk. The premade curry powder we see in stores is an adaptation of a very complex spice 

Potato, Corn and Asparagus Salad

Potato, Corn and Asparagus Salad

The Farmer’s Market had fresh vegetables well into the fall! This salad is hearty enough to be the only side along grilled meat and definitely earns a spot on the summer picnic buffet. Fresh corn cut from the cob makes all the difference.

Harissa Meatballs

Harissa Meatballs

Middle Eastern flavours dominate these simple, savoury Harissa Meatballs. We adapted Anna Stockwell’s recipe and love to serve them over Lemon Yogurt Sauce, with a sprinkle of Gremolata and Socca on the side. Slow Roasted Tomatoes are the perfect vegetable.

Buffalo Chicken Meatballs

Buffalo Chicken Meatballs

Super easy, these tasty little bites are great for game day. Serve with Jalapeño Crema, Pico de Gallo, Guacamole and Tortilla Chips for a Southwestern approach; or with the standard Blue Cheese Dip and veggies or wrapped in lettuce cups. Delicious any way you choose 

Sautéed Zucchini and Tomatoes

Sautéed Zucchini and Tomatoes

With the markets overflowing with produce and a neighbour with a generous crop, zucchini and tomatoes become regulars at our table.