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Hugh's Moist & Sticky Pear and Almond Cake
There is something very warm and comforting about the sweet buttery aroma of a home made cakey confection as it comes out from the oven. It's a seductive smell that's pretty hard to resist, so why...
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Kaeng Khiao Wan Kai: Thai Green Curry with Chicken
A harmony of fabulous flavours and tantalizing textures, Chicken in Thai Green Curry is a feast for the eyes, the nose and the palate. Lovely served with a small bowl of Jasmin rice on the side, this...
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Stir Fried Chinese Broccoli with Garlic & Oyster Sauce
Gai lan is commonly referred to as Chinese broccoli or Chinese kale, and is classified in the family of vegetables that includes cabbage, cauliflower, broccoli and kale. Prized for its tender stems and...
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Cheddar Cheese & Chive Buttermilk Biscuits
Moist, savoury and delicious, these Cheddar Cheese & Chive Buttermilk Biscuits are wonderful with a bowl of hot soup on a cold winter day, or served on their own, slathered with butter as they come...
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Moules Marinières: A French Brasserie Classic
Wine, cream, and butter — the holy trinity of any devout epicurean, that together produce a mighty potion rich enough to enhance any dish. One of my favourites is Moules Marinières, a classic dish...
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Maccheroni al Ferro with Porcini & Sausage Ragù
Inspired by a recipe for handmade Maccheroni al Ferro by Toronto chef Massimo Bruno, and excited about an upcoming trip to Umbria in a few weeks, trying our hand at making some pasta 'fatto a mano'...
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Smoked Salmon Crostini with Yogurt & Sesame Seeds
Necessity is sometimes the mother of invention, especially when guests are due to arrive in minutes and there's little time to prepare elegant hors d'oeuvres. With a generous mound of smoked salmon...
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Linguine con Spezzatino di Manzo: Fatto a Mano
A deliciously rich and hearty Italian beef stew of meat and vegetables braised in red wine, Spezzatino di Manzo is a is a truly glorious dish. Similar to Beef Bourguignon, the concept is simple: beef...
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Lidia's Sausages with Fennel and Olives
We discovered this recipe while watching Lidia's Italy one evening as she made this humble dish of braised sausages with fennel and chopped green Cerignola olives. As we found out, fresh fennel is a...
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Lamb Chops with Fingerling Potatoes on Arugula
Inspired by a recipe from Nigella's most recent cookbook Nigellissima, this lovely fresh, lean and tender New Zealand Rack of Lamb, simply seasoned and grilled with a handful of sautéd fingerling...
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Beets & Arugula with Walnuts, Chèvre & Chickpeas
Packed with health-boosting nutrients that promote good health, beets are also low in fat, sodium and calories. Added to a summer salad or served over a bed of homemade hummus and a dollop of Greek...
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Strangozzi Marinara with Prawns and Monkfish
Seafood pastas are basics of Italian gastronomy, and vary enormously from region to region: Spaghetti Vongole from Naples, Spaghetti al Nero di Sepia from Venice, Pasta con Le Cozze e Patelle from...
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Edulis Restaurant: A Culinary Labour of Love
Considered by many to be one of the top restaurants in Canada, Chef Michael Caballo describes the food served at Toronto’s Edulis as 'a cuisine of inspiration.' Michael and his wife Tobey Nemeth...
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Baked Swordfish with Citrus Cilantro Marinade
I adore swordfish and serve it at least two or three times a month. Ideally, it's best grilled outdoors on a barbecue to create gorgeous grill marks, but if the weather isn't cooperating, baking the...
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Guy's Spaghetti Bolognese with Beef & Mushrooms
One of the ultimate comfort foods, Spaghetti Bolognese is like an old reliable friend who shows up just when you need a big hug. Bolognese sauce, known as Ragù alla Bolognese in Italy, is a meat-based...
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Byblos: Stylish Eastern Mediterranean Cuisine
Byblos is an homage to Eastern Mediterranean cuisine from night-life king Charles Khabouth, restauranteur Hanif Harji and Australian-born executive chef Stuart Cameron with the chef de cuisine Jennifer...
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Orzo With Parmigiano-Reggiano and Basil
Quick, easy and delicious, this recipe for Orzo With Parmigiano-Reggiano and Basil is a sensational side dish for any occasion. A one pot wonder, the orzo is simply sautéed in butter until lightly...
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Lemon Hummus: Luscious, Light & Delicious
Light, healthy and delicious, this smooth and creamy Middle Eastern–style hummus made from chickpeas, tahini, garlic, cumin, olive oil and just the right amount of lemon juice to make it refreshingly...
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Anna's Oat, Honey, Flax Seed & Coconut Energy Balls
Energy balls are pretty much the perfect compact snack, offering a quick and convenient on-the-go breakfast or pick-me-up before or after a heavy workout. Healthy and delicious, this no-bake recipe can...
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Céilí Cottage: Paddy's Irish Pub & Oyster Bar
Nestled in the heart of Leslieville, The Céilí Cottage was opened in 2009 by Publican and World Champion Oyster Shucker Patrick McMurray. Some may say that the world is his oyster, and they might be...
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