If you want to try some great wines, head to Portugal! An under-recognized old-world wine producer, Portugal has been exporting wines since at least 1679, and is home of the fortified and complexly sweet Port. Young Port wines are easy on the pocketbook, and make an excellent Port Sangria, a local favourite…
Chances are you have everything you need to make this quick and easy stir fry sauce or marinade.
Reminiscent of honey garlic wings, this makes a delicious sweet and salty sauce for your weeknight meal. With just four ingredients, it comes together super quickly and is very versatile!
This salad is spicy, tangy and creamy, just like a great buffalo caesar salad should be. When we want something quick, delicious and healthy to eat on a Monday night, on the weekend before we go to the gym, or when we’ve just got back from traveling, this is the salad I make up.
A cheese and wine pairing party can be an impressive feast and an easy way to feed a crowd. Match cheeses with curated food and drink pairings and let your guests go on their own tasting adventure.
Here are some helpful tips on how to plan the ultimate cheese and wine party, including how to make your own beautiful chalk table runner.
While perhaps uncouth, I’ll admit it… croutons are one of my favourite parts of a hearty salad.
Try these once and you will never settle for that cardboard box from aisle 26 ever again. We promise. Yum!
These spiced garlic croutons are but one flavour profile for a fan favourite homemade soup or salad topper, and they’re our go-to. The bread can be fresh, day-old, or dried ends you keep in the freezer. If using fresh, you’ll get golden crispy edges with a slightly soft centre.
Looking for inspiration? Top these on a delicious vegan Spicy Buffalo Tempeh Caesar Salad, one of our favorite soups.
Let us know what you think!
Mac & Cheese is a favorite in our home, and over the years we have created our own spin on this classic dish with a vegan recipe sure to impress.
Coconut milk meets savory spices to create a scrumptious creamy sauce. Roasted seasonal vegetables pair with herbs and nuts in a decadent crumb that’s generously sprinkled on top. Once you’ve tried it, you’ll agree, everything is better with a spicy crumb. (more…)
Tzatziki is a refreshing Greek cucumber yogurt dip. It’s a great summer side dish that adds protein and a fresh cool flavour to any meal. It pairs perfectly as part of a full Greek Feast with Super Greens Spanakopita, Greek Lemon Potatoes, and Greek Salad, or can be enjoyed alongside falafels, zucchini fritters, in wraps, burgers, or as a sandwich spread.
Paneer Makhani, or Paneer Tika Masala, is one of our absolute guilty pleasures of Indian cuisine. The creamy tomato sauce and warming spice pairs well with basmati or red rice and fresh garlic naan, or for a lighter option, papadam. If feeding a crowd, or planning leftovers, consider a second ‘dry’ curry such as Aloo Gobi.
When in season, organic heirloom tomatoes are an absolute delight in the kitchen. Seek them out, and even the most simple greek salad will be a highlight of your table. For this recipe, any organic variety will do, but freshest is bestest!
This coffee banana smoothie is perfect for when I am in a rush and am looking for a quick Monday morning pick-me-up. Packed with wholesome ingredients, you can feel good eating it too.