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I am a product developer and cook based out of Toronto, Canada. I live with my husband Marco and our springer spaniel, Riker. After graduating from the University of Toronto with a B.A. in French Language and Literature, I decided to go back to school and pursue my culinary dreams. I enrolled in Humber College’s […]
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Noon Chai with Raspberry Linzer Cookies – Photo
While wrapping your Christmas gifts, don’t forget to spoil yourself!
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Scalcione Di Cipolle (Savoury Onion Pie) – Recipe
Some people might turn their nose up at an onion and anchovy pie. But not the Italians! Lucky for us, Italian heritage isn’t a prerequisite for appreciating sweet, slow-cooked onions with salty anchovies and olives. While Scalcione Di Cipolle is traditionally made with dense and crumbly pie dough, I prefer a flaky crust and have […]
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Yule Logs – Photos
Thought I’d share some pics of the Yule Logs I’ve made for clients. Time to start planning for Christmas 2018!
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Breadfruit Chips – Recipe
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.
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Hot Cross Buns – Recipe
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 […]
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Moroccan Couscous Salad with Golden Raisins, Cashews, and Carrots – Recipe
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: 20 minutes […]
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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, […]