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Though much of the country is still experiencing summer temperatures, here in the Pacific Northwest we are solidly into Fall weather. Sweaters, rain boots, and umbrellas have been dusted off and are getting fair use every day now. Gone are the chilled sou → Read More
If you're a Downton Abbey fan then you're eagerly awaiting the film's premiere later this week. Just in time for the release is the new expanded version (complete with drool-worthy images) of The Unofficial Downton Abbey Cookbook by author a → Read More
On the first day of the Vancouver International Wine Festival, our primary focus was on California wines and today wines from around the world. The first stop was the talk on Canada’s Place in Key Wine Markets. Who is Tthe Godmother of British → Read More
Biking through Stanley Park with mountain and waterfront views, hiking in the mountains among the summer flowers, skiing at world-class Whistler. There are a lot of reasons to come to Vancouver British Columbia, which is just a little over a three-h → Read More
If eating more whole foods is one of your goals this year then add kale to your veggie rotation. Kale is one of the healthiest foods in the world, packing in nutrients that help support your hair, skin, and nails as well as your bones. It's hear → Read More
½ cup extra virgin olive oil 2 garlic cloves, minced 1 large onion, diced 2 celery ribs, diced 1 red pepper, seeded and diced 2 eggplant, cut into ½-inch cubes 2 tomatoes, peeled, seeded and chopped 2 tablespoons capers, drained ½ cup pitted green olives ¼ cup red wine vinegar ¼ cup chopped parsley → Read More
2 tablespoons unsalted butter, plus more for greasing the pan 2 large leeks, trimmed and halved lengthwise 1 1/2 pounds Yukon Gold potatoes, peeled 1 teaspoon kosher salt 1/2 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper 1 garlic clove, finely chopped 1/4 teaspoon freshly ground nutmeg 3/4 cup Gruyère cheese, grated. → Read More
1.3–1.5kg (3-3 ¼ lb) floury potatoes, peeled 50ml (3 ½ Tbsp) olive oil 3 garlic cloves, very finely chopped 1 ½ lemons, zest and juice 2 thyme sprigs, leaves picked → Read More
It is hard to believe, but spring is finally here, and Cinco de Mayo is just around the corner. This year it is on a Saturday, which means it's time to PARTY! If you are like us, having friends over, I have got you covered. Here are 11 Mexican cu → Read More
Though they're available year-round radishes are at their delicious peak in spring. These juicy, pungent, and sometimes sweet little root vegetables come in a rainbow of colors - red, white, purple, black - and are wonderful eaten raw, roasted, pickle → Read More
Some years we roast lamb, other years it's ham or pork, and occasionally a decadently unctuous prime rib roast. That's what I love about Easter; there are no hard-fast rules like a turkey on Thanksgiving. Of course, traditions vary from family to → Read More
This scrumptious Blueberry Dutch Baby is the final featured recipe from the gorgeous new cookbook First We Eat by Eva Kosmas Flores. This beautiful garden-to-table book will inspire you throughout the year to eat fresh and seasonal ingredients in dishes → Read More
FOOD IS THE SOLUTION: What to Eat to Save the World, by food systems advocate Matthew Prescott, is a gorgeous new book that will inspire us all to pitch in - by hand and fork - to put more plants on our plates. Prescott, a leader in the global movem → Read More
It's March 14, which means it's National Pi Day (π, or 3.14), and we're celebrating with both sweet and savory pie recipes! Whip up a comforting Cottage Beef Pie with Potatoes, Parsnips, and Stout Beer (its froze puff pastry shell make it a c → Read More
My husband and I made a pact in early January that we would halt our grocery spending for one month and cook solely from what's in our pantry, fridge, and freezers (the latter of which we have four. Yep, four!). We have three huge shelving units of fo → Read More
Let me count the ways I love this recipe! 1) bacon (love!), 2) shrimp (ditto), 3) spicy jalapeño (yep, love 'em), 4) and a sweet-savory cola sauce (I could totally get on board with that). Seriously, what's not to love, love, love, LOVE about t → Read More
These Baked Buttermilk French Beignets are soft little pillows. Baked not fried! Super easy to make... When it's cold outside almost always turn to making a gigantic pot of soup. There is something... Low-Carb Jambalaya with Chicken, Shrimp and Sausage is a healthful twist on the New Orleans classic... It’s amazing how simple this Garlic Lime Chicken recipe is. Seriously, you wouldn’t think a… → Read More
Horchata is a traditional drink in Mexico, which is made out of white rice, cinnamon, and milk. It... This chunky monkey shake is a classic chocolate smoothie staple! Healthy, indulgent and delicious... A warm drink, thick, and full of the flavors of our beloved spices. It warms the soul and satisfy... A classic Canadian brunch cocktail made with vodka, Clamato juice and spices You should… → Read More
Watching football requires two things: 1) Beer 2) A selection of really good noshables. Chips and dips are always welcome (especially if you throw in some veggies to feel less guilty), and nachos are always a crowd-pleaser, but no one can resist these j → Read More
Oh, how I love Taco Tuesday! It’s a win-win-win dinner. Win: it’s a great way to clear out leftover ingredients in the fridge. Win: kids love to assemble their own meal. Win: everyone in the family gets to customize their perfect taco. Below a → Read More