Clafouti with Yellow and Purple Ontario Plums
Clafoutis are a classic French dessert from the Limousin region of France and while black cherries are typically used, other fruits such as plums, peaches or apricots are also equally delicious....
View ArticleTreadwell: The Finest Farm-to-Table Cuisine in Niagara
Stephen Treadwell is one of Ontario’s food stars. Formerly the head chef at Queen's Landing in Niagara-on-the-Lake and Auberge du Pommier in Toronto, Treadwell brought the European concept of...
View ArticleTwo Sisters Vineyards in Niagara on the Lake
Located in the heart of the Niagara Peninsula, Two Sisters Vineyards is one of the newest wineries in Niagara-on-the-Lake having just opened two summers ago. A labour of love from the Marotta family,...
View ArticleGrilled Shrimp & Calamari Salad with Avocado
One of my favourite summer salads is a fresh and fabulous Grilled Shrimp, and Calamari Salad combined with grilled zucchini, fresh sliced avocado, hot house or home grown tomatoes, heirloom carrots and...
View ArticleSpaghettini Marinara with Mussels, Scallops & Shrimp
There is no better pasta for shellfish lovers than a sublime Seafood Pasta, a pescatorian feast of mixed 'frutti di mare' gently sauteéd with homemade tomato sauce, some red wine and a dash of Pernod....
View ArticleThe Beach House in Port Dover: Coastal Cuisine
Overlooking the sandy beaches of Port Dover on the north shore of Lake Erie, The Beach House Restaurant specializes in California-inspired coastal cuisine with dishes such as locally caught Lake Erie...
View ArticlePan Seared Tilefish with Wild Mushrooms & Asparagus
Few fish in the ocean are as delectable as fresh tilefish. Often called 'poorman’s lobster,' tilefish is lean, mild and mouth-wateringly delicious. One of the best techniques for cooking firm white...
View ArticleMixed Greens with Blueberries, Pumpkin Seeds & Feta
Local Ontario blueberries and a plump red field tomato provide the base for this simple and healthy summer salad. Combined with tangy feta, crisp celery and crunchy pumpkin seeds with a couple of...
View ArticleMichael's on Simcoe: A Snazzy Italian Steakhouse
Located at the corner of Adelaide and Simcoe in the heart of Toronto's Financial and Entertainment districts, Michael's on Simcoe run by Michael Dabic who used to be the General Manager of Harbour...
View ArticleKorean BBQ Grilled Chicken Thighs
There are a variety of grilled dishes in Korean cuisine that go by the name 'Gui', and Mae-un Dak Gui is a dish that uses chicken — dak— boldly flavoured with a hot — mae-un— chili marinade....
View ArticleThe Miller Tavern: Outdoor Summer Dining
Originally known as the York Mills Hotel, The Miller Tavern dates back to the 1860s, when it used to be a resting spot for horses and carriages on their journey through Hogg's Hollow, a popular...
View ArticlePearl Diver: Goodbye Starfish Oyster Bed & Grill
Starfish was the place to go for oysters, but when owner and World Champion Oyster Shucker Patrick McMurray transformed the fabulous Starfish into Pearl Diver three years ago with a new menu, new...
View ArticleBBQ Wok-Grilled Vegetables with Feta
Ideally suited for summer grilling a medley of mixed vegetables, a non-stick grill wok or basket is an indispensable cooking tool for effortless al fresco dining. Simply placed on the barbecue with a...
View ArticlePeaches & Wild Ontario Blueberries with Mint
Fresh Niagara peaches and small wild blueberries are just two of nature's sweet summer bounty that can be found in local farmer's markets and family-run road side fruit stands along the picturesque...
View ArticleA Culinary & Cultural Journey along the Danube
A Culinary & Cultural Journey along the Blue DanubeSeptember 9 - October 10, 2016Scrumpdillyicious will be cruising along the Blue Danube exploring the cultural and culinary heritage of this...
View ArticleThe Prague Four Seasons: Timeless & Elegant
Once the hub of the Holy Roman Empire, Prague is a city rich with history, culture and architecture. Towering, shimmering spires loom over winding cobbled streets, where gothic churches jostle for...
View ArticleU Modré Kachničky: Prague's Little Blue Duckling
Since the Velvet Revolution in 1989 when the communist government was overthrown and a market economy was established, the gastronomy in Prague has made great leaps. There are so many excellent...
View ArticleTerasa U Zlaté Studně: Modern Czech Cuisine
One of the most beautiful terraces in Prague, Terasa U Zlaté Studně is located on the fourth floor of the luxurious Golden Well Hotel, with breathtaking views over the red-tiled rooftops of Prague's...
View ArticleHergetova Cihelna: Riverside Dining on the Vltava
Housed in a converted 18th-century brick factory, Hergetova Cihelna enjoys one of Prague’s most scenic locations with a gorgeous riverside terrace on the bank of Prague's Vltava river offering sweeping...
View ArticleLa Dégustation Bohême Bourgeoise in Prague
A shrine to Czech cuisine, La Dégustation Bohême Bourgeoise is one of only two Michelin-starred restaurants in Prague and serves the best contemporary cuisine in the city. Located in a quiet square on...
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