I planted some summer squash seedlings at the farm in the spring and it looks like the soil at Blind Pig Farm is perfect for growing squash. So for the past few weeks, the gorgeous yellow squash have been staples in our weekly farm baskets that I ...
Leek and Potato Soup
By far, my family's favourite soup is creamy leek and potato. I am a little embarrassed to say that until a few years ago, I purchased it in those Knorr Cream of Leek sachets of powder that you bring back to life with milk and water. Thankfully, I ...
Duck Prosciutto
If you have seen my Instagram account, you have probably noticed that I take great pleasure in making charcuterie platters and eating them. It is usually the first thing that I serve when we have people over for dinner. Nothing like catching up over ...
Cauliflower – “The New Kale”
From the fact that it is the new "it" vegetable to the fact that it has skyrocketed in price from $1 to $7 in just a few weeks, I feel like cauliflower is all everyone has been talking about lately. So obviously, I had to make a cauliflower dish and ...
Roasted Garlic Hummus
Whenever I think of hummus, my thoughts go back to a restaurant on the island of Koh Phangan in Thailand. That is where my husband and I spent NYE 2007 partying the night away (this was pre-kids and marriage) and it's where I had the best hummus of ...
Yes to Cauliflower!
This recipe is for anyone struggling to get their family to eat more veggies. The patties take cauliflower to the next level because they are loaded with fresh herbs, garlic and Parmesan. I love the recipe because it takes something simple like ...
Tomato Basil Salad
Market fresh tomatoes can't be beat! They are sweet, flavourful, juicy and loaded with good things for you. And they are now available at Toronto farmers' markets. This recipe puts the tomato in the spotlight. It is simple with few ingredients to ...
Pass the Green Beans
One of my favorite Chinese restaurants in Toronto serves up the best green beans and I just can't get enough. I always wondered what the secret was. What can elevate a simple green bean to this level of deliciousness? Thanks to Google and some ...
Gambas al Ajillo (Spanish Garlic Shrimp)
This dish reminds me of "restaurant hopping" in Madrid with my husband and his Spanish cousins a few years back. We went from one place to the next, ordering a glass of wine or cava and having a small plate or two of food. It is a fantastic way to ...
Ricotta and Bacon Crostini
I am surrounded by lovers of food! It's great because there is always someone around willing to test out my recipes. My brother and sister-in-law are my #1 Guinea pigs. They have also delegated almost all food prep and cooking at their cottage in ...