Guy's Annual Super Bowl Sunday Five-Alarm Chili
Every year around Super Bowl Sunday, we make our annual batch of Five-Alarm Chili. It's a culinary tradition. A one pot wonder, this recipe makes enough for twelve hungry football fans, and any...
View ArticleSmoked Mackerel, Salmon, Dill & Potato Chowder
Dill is the perfect partner in this light and delicious Smoked Mackerel, Salmon & Potato Chowder. Chunky and full of flavour, surprisingly this recipe doesn't use cream or butter, so it's lighter...
View ArticleSeared Scallops with White Bean Purée & Spinach
There are few main courses as elegant or simple as Seared Sea Scallops. Sweet, tender, mild and delectable, the less you fuss with scallops, the better they taste. The best way to cook these plump,...
View ArticleGuy's Spaghetti Bolognese: A Comfort Food Classic
Spaghetti Bolognese is the traditional Italian ragu from Bologna, a slowly cooked sauce that characteristically includes a soffritto of onion, celery and carrot, minced or finely chopped beef, pancetta...
View ArticleRoast Chicken Grand-Mère with Celeriac & Thyme
Roast Chicken Grand-Mère is a classic French fricassée. Warm and filling, this braised chicken casserole is prepared the old-fashioned way: everything is simmered together in one pot. Any dish termed...
View ArticleGuy's Famous 9-Bean Soup with Pancetta & Chard
My husband has a number of recipes which he loves to make, but his favourite and mine is his famous Bean Soup. He used to make it as a bachelor because the ingredients were relatively inexpensive, was...
View ArticleShrimp Chow Fun: A Cantonese Noodle Classic
Chow Fun is a popular Cantonese dish made with stir-fried wide 'He-Fun' Chinese noodles in a sweet savoury sauce with scallions, ginger, bean sprouts and dark soy. With a wonderful flavour and texture,...
View ArticleMini Chocolate Pecan Tarts: A Valentine Treat
One of the most irresistible of desserts, nothing beats a sweet and delicious Pecan Pie. This classic recipe is an updated mini bite-size version of the traditional Southern family favourite. With a...
View ArticleMulligatawny Soup: An Anglo-Indian Classic
A classic Anglo-Indian soup, the name of which means "pepper water," should be richly endowed with meat and piquantly spiced, Mulligatawny became popular with the British stationed in India during...
View ArticleSwordfish 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 when faced with a winter that just won't quit,...
View ArticleBroccoli, Onion & Dill Frittata with Gruyère
Among the most classic of brunch offerings, omelettes, quiches, and frittatas are also some of the most versatile. Healthy, light and delicious, this low-carb Broccoli, Onion & Dill Frittata with...
View ArticleIndian Monkfish Curry with Tomato & Cilantro
Often compared to Lobster, Monkfish's firm-fleshed and meaty texture is ideally suited for this warm, fragrant and delicious Indian fish curry. Inspired by a recipe from The Cooking of India by Santha...
View ArticleMaccheroni al Ferro with Ragù alla Bolognese
Inspired by a recipe for handmade Maccheroni al Ferro by Toronto chef Massimo Bruno, and excited about an upcoming trip to Umbria this Autumn, trying our hand at making some pasta 'fatto a mano' seemed...
View ArticleToasted Coriander & Fennel Seed Crusted Salmon
Toasted coriander and fennel seeds become the fragrant foundation for a wonderfully flavourful dry rub, perfect on swordfish or salmon. Coarsely ground with white peppercorns and seasoned with a little...
View ArticleTuna Salad with Avocado, Onion Sprouts & Boiled Egg
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 sliced avocado, hard boiled eggs and some fresh...
View ArticleWolfgang Puck: 2017 Oscar Culinary Classics
For the 23rd year in a row, chef Wolfgang Puck prepared a mouthwatering menu for the stars attending the 2017 Governors Ball after the trophies for the 89th Annual Academy Awards are handed out. Puck...
View ArticleSpaghetti alla Carbonara with Eggs & Pancetta
Lusciously indulgent, Spaghetti alla Carbonara is an Italian pasta dish based on eggs, pecorino romano, guanciale and black pepper. The key is to toss and thoroughly mix the cooked pasta off the heat...
View ArticleRosemary & Mustard Glazed Pork Tenderloin
There's nothing like a moist and delicious Pork Tenderloin. Low in fat, this economical cut of meat is about as lean as it comes. The same prime cut as a filet mignon, pork tenderloin can be just as...
View ArticleRed Snapper with Tomatoes, Olives & Swiss Chard
Red Snapper is a lovely robust fish and this simple preparation using BC Wild Snapper showcases its wonderful flavour and texture. A simple tomato sauce with olives and onion sauce and some steamd...
View ArticleMahi Mahi with Spinach, Mash & Lemon Beurre Blanc
Mahi-Mahi is the Hawaiian name for this tropical, warm water fish, sometimes referred to as Dorado or Dolphinfish, not because they have any relation to 'Flipper', but because they're often found...
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