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Veeraswamy: A London Icon of Fine Indian Cuisine
A glittering oasis of fine Indian cuisine, Veeraswamy is chic and glamorous with an exotic decor evoking Maharajas' palaces of the 1920s, with silver painted ceilings, glittering latticed screens, a...
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NOPI: Ottolenghi's Seductive Mid-East Soho Brasserie
Yotam Ottolenghi is one of the most exciting talents in the cooking world today, with four fabulous London restaurants, three award-winning cookbooks, and a weekly newspaper column that's read by food...
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An Elegant Sunday Lunch at The Wolseley
There are few places that can match The Wolseley for sheer elegance. Modelled on the grand cafés of Vienna, Milan and Paris, The Wolseley is the London creation of Jeremy King and Christopher Corbin,...
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The Salisbury: A Traditional English Pub Lunch
The Salisbury Pub on St Martin's Lane in Covent Garden is one of London's most striking Victorian pubs with splendid cut glass mirrors, fine upholstery and a magnificent bar. This traditional pub,...
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Ottolenghi Leek Fritters with Yogurt-Cilantro Sauce
Inspired by our recent diner at NOPI, Yotam Ottolenghi's fine dining Soho brasserie in London, I felt compelled to try and recreate some of the haunting flavours and textures we experienced that...
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Clams Bulhão Pato: A Taste of Lisbon
Ameijoas à Bulhão Pato can be found all over Portugal and is undoubtedly one of the best clam dishes we enjoyed while we were in Lisbon. Named after the 19th-century Lisbon poet Bulhão Pato, a...
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Grilled Cilantro Shrimp with Chipotle Mayonnaise
Low in fat and absolutely delicious, these Grilled Cilantro Shrimp with Chipotle Mayonnaise are one of my favourite appetizers to make anytime of the year. I generally like to use jumbo or extra large...
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Gabardine Fine Grub & Libations on Bay Street
Cozy and unpretentious, this popular neighbourhood gastro-pub in the heart of the financial district stands out from the other restaurants in the area that cater mostly to the Bay Street 'smart-set'...
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Fennel, Leek and Feta Frittata with Fresh Dill
If you've never cooked with fennel, you're not alone. For years I avoided the bulbous root because I didn't know quite what to do with it. All it took was a recipe by Lidia Bastianich for her Sausages...
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Red Wine-Braised Short Ribs with Mashed Potatoes
Tender, succulent and meltingly tender, Braised Short Ribs must be one of the ultimate comfort foods. The magic of braising is that it relies on heat, time, and moisture to successfully break down the...
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Pork Souvlaki with Cucumber-Dill Yogurt Tzatziki
Well known for its delicious cuisine and healthy Mediterranean diet, Greece has a long rich culinary history that dates back over 4,000 years. From grilled fish and dolmades to skordalia and...
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Homemade Strawberry Gelato
It's so gratifying to make homemade gelato, especially during the hot humid months of summer. This recipe takes full advantage of the bounty of plump sweet red strawberries found in the markets these...
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Tuna Summer Salad with Onion Sprouts & Boiled Eggs
Low calorie, low carb and a great source of Omega-3, this simple, light and delicious Tuna Salad recipe makes an easy weekday dinner paired with mixed salad greens, homemade croutons, hard boiled eggs,...
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Steak & Beet Salad with Goat Cheese and Couscous
Sometimes a delicious recipe can be created by sheer 'happenstance', in other words — leftovers. When all of the ingredients are sensational, the combined results can only be equally wonderful. Having...
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Summer Sangria
Easy, delicious and refreshing, a colourful pitcher of Red Sangria is the ideal cocktail for a warm summer afternoon. The word Sangria comes from the Spanish word 'sangre', which means blood, which is...
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Israeli Couscous with Mushrooms, Peppers & Saffron
Israeli couscous, often referred to as pearl pasta because of its small round shape and chewy texture, is not couscous at all, but tiny pasta made from hard-wheat flour. Although Israeli couscous, and...
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Rich & Creamy Tomato Basil Soup
Rich, creamy and bursting with summertime flavour, this bright and delicious Tomato Basil Soup is the perfect balance of fresh fragrant herbs and delicate seasonings. A duet of diced onions and carrots...
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Creamy Leek and Potato Soup with Dill & Bacon
A traditional Irish dish, this rich and creamy Leek and Potato Soup is frugal, filling and full of flavour, and can also be made in a little more than half an hour. Leeks and onions are simply sautéed...
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El Catrin in the Distillery District: Mod Mexican Cuisine
Toronto’s recent romance with Mexican cuisine continues with El Catrin, one of the new additions to The Distillery District, in the cavernous space previously occupied by The Boiler House. Designed by...
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Grilled Seafood Salad with Avocado & Asparagus
One of my favourite salads to make in the summer, is my fabulous Grilled Seafood Salad with Tiger Shrimp, Jumbo Scallops and Calamari combined with grilled asparagus, fresh sliced avocado and chilled...
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