Waffle Benedict

Elevate Your Weekend: The Ultimate Waffle Eggs Benedict with Homemade Hollandaise As the week begins, many of us find ourselves starting Monday morning with practical, perhaps even austere, breakfasts like a bowl of steel-cut oats. We’ve likely indulged in all the bacon and buttery delights over the weekend, now returning to the routines of daily … Read more

Earthy Roasted Beet and Orange Salad with Tangy Goat Cheese

Roasted Beet Salad with Oranges & Goat Cheese: A Wholesome Pre-Travel Culinary Adventure The air crackles with an almost palpable excitement in our home. After weeks of anticipation, the countdown has truly begun: in just a little over 24 hours, my family and I will be embarking on an unforgettable journey to New York City! … Read more

Pea and Lettuce Pasta

The Unexpected Delight: Transforming Your Pasta with Wilted Lettuce Let me start with a confession, one that might sound a little unusual to some: I have a soft spot for leftover salad. Yes, you read that right – salad from the night before, already lovingly tossed in dressing, which has had ample time to soften … Read more

Day 327: Hearty Rosemary Pork, Potato & Swiss Chard Soup with Fresh No-Knead Bread

Hearty Leftover Pork and Chard Soup: A Comforting Winter Meal from Your Kitchen As the days grow shorter and the evenings draw in quickly, I find myself grappling with the lack of natural light. It’s a photographer’s lament, as my attempts to capture the true essence of a dish often fall short without the bright, … Read more

Day 335 Global Flavors Olives Feta Hummus Bubble Squeak

A Heartfelt Gathering: Celebrating Rachael’s Legacy with Food and Friendship in Vancouver Tonight, the city of Vancouver embraced us in a bittersweet and meaningful embrace. My visit here was a brief yet deeply poignant journey, a quick ‘in and out’ trip specifically dedicated to spending an evening with S&R – the loving husband and twin … Read more

Focaccia

Mastering Homemade Focaccia: An Easy & Versatile Dough Recipe for Any Occasion There’s a unique joy that comes with baking bread, and this year, the simple pleasure of crafting a homemade loaf has become a cherished ritual in many kitchens, including ours. While a variety of breads have graced our oven, one particular delight stands … Read more

Lemon Cranberry Walnut Scones

Homemade Scones: A Culinary Journey Inspired by a Young Food Blogger There’s a unique joy that comes from unexpected culinary inspiration, especially when it arrives in your inbox. Last week, I received an email that perfectly encapsulated this feeling. It was from a spirited 15-year-old named Logan, brimming with an infectious enthusiasm to launch her … Read more

Day 136 Pork Satay with Peanut Sauce

Savor the Flavor: The Ultimate Guide to Homemade Pork Satay & Perfect Picnic Pairings There’s something uniquely enchanting about a picnic – the simple joy of good food, great company, and the embrace of nature. Just recently, as the weather finally offered its warm embrace, we seized the opportunity for what turned out to be, … Read more

Fire-Kissed Cherry Bliss Ice Cream

Experience Summer’s Sweetness: The Ultimate Roasted Cherry Ice Cream Recipe

Roasted cherry ice cream with fresh cherries and mint

The arrival of BC cherries is an unmistakable signal that we’ve truly stepped into the heart of summer. It’s a seasonal milestone that brings with it a wave of warmth, sunshine, and the promise of delicious fruit. Just the other day, passing a quaint grocery store nestled by the dog park, I noticed an enormous, overflowing bowl of these ruby-red gems proudly displayed at the checkout. People lingered, long after their groceries were bagged, engaged in lively chatter, and mindlessly popping as many cherries as they could. There’s something inherently captivating about these BC cherries; they consistently arrive bigger, juicier, and more succulent than I ever remember them being. The simple act of working a cherry pit from your tongue and aiming for the nearest patch of grass instantly transports you back through decades of cherished summer memories, evoking a profound sense of nostalgia and carefree joy.

The Ultimate Guide to Slow-Cooked Beef: Tender Barbacoa and Beyond There’s something uniquely comforting about a slow-cooked meal. The rich aroma filling your kitchen, the anticipation of tender, succulent meat, and the sheer simplicity of a dish that largely cooks itself. Yet, for many, the idea of cooking a beef stew brings back memories of … Read more