Thought I’d share some pics of the Yule Logs I’ve made for clients. Time to start planning for Christmas 2018! Continue reading
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Breadfruit Chips
If you’ve ever wondered how people cook and enjoy breadfruit, give my Breadfruit Chips recipe a try! These oddball fruits are mildly flavoured, starchy, and just perfect for frying. They pair beautifully with a spicy Caribbean dipping sauce. Continue reading
Hot Cross Buns (Easy Step By Step)
Whether you prepare these for Easter, or serve them throughout the year, Hot Cross Buns are best enjoyed with soft butter and your favourite jam. Yield: Approx. 18 ○ Active Time: 80 minutes ○ Total Time: 4-5 hours Ingredients 2 black tea bags 125g dried currants 80g unsalted butter 300ml whole milk 1 tsp salt 500g … Continue reading
Moroccan Couscous Salad with Golden Raisins, Cashews, and Carrots
This salad is a lovely accompaniment to Moroccan tajines or spiced meats. The cumin and vegetable stock add a nice earthy/saltiness to the dish. The plump raisins and grenadine syrup add a touch of sweetness. This is all about flavour and balance. Feel free to add pomegranate seeds for greater impact! Prep time: … Continue reading
Guinep (Quenepa, Mamoncillo, Chennette, Spanish Lime)
It’s guinep season! Whoopee! Available in North America from June to late August, guinep fruits are imported from several countries in the Caribbean. Grocery stores that service West Indian populations are more likely to carry these little gems. (Don’t expect to see them at big name grocery chains). Guinep fruits belong to the soapberry family. Like a lychee or longan, … Continue reading
Tyler’s Professional History
I am a product developer and recipe writer based in Toronto, Canada. I have always been the creative type. At 20 I moved to Paris to pursue a career as a professional makeup artist. I began working at Sephora on the Champs D’Elysées not long after I arrived. While I was happy enough, I realized … Continue reading
Calamansi Iced Tea (Calamantea)
In the Philippines, iced tea is a staple. Much as we in North America enjoy our iced tea with lemon, in the Philippines, calamansi is the citrus of choice. The calamansi fruit tastes like a cross between a lime and a mandarin orange. It works perfectly in iced tea, and this recipe will fast become your … Continue reading
