Maca Tahini Bites
These little bites are full of healthy fats and are low in carbohydrates. They are the perfect keto snack
Swiss Chard & Herb Anchovy Fritters
This is currently the only way I'll eat anchovies: formed into a patty with lots and lots of herbs and greens and then skillet fried. The shallots, garlic, and herbs are delicious with the canned fish, and take the edge off of that anchovy taste.
Colorful Winter Salad
Bright and nutty, this salad is a crowd pleaser. I bring this to potlucks in the colder months, offering a refreshing oasis from the heavy soups, stews and chilis that typically crowd those events. Pomegranate and orange keep things tangy and interesting, while the tahini dressing dials up the flavor…
Grass Fed Braised Beef and Root Veggies
Living in Toronto means that come January and February, I often look for reasons to turn on the oven and keep it on for a while. Braises are my favorite recipes to make on cold Saturdays and Sundays, since they fill my tiny apartment with warmth and delicious smells. They…
Sunchoke Soup with Mushrooms
Be careful with this soup. Both sunchokes (also known as Jerusalem artichokes) and mushrooms are high in inulin. Inulin is a type of fiber that can be difficult for some people to digest, resulting in bloating and gas. It’s why Jerusalem artichokes are nicknamed fart-a-chokes. But inulin is a prebiotic,…
Squash & Kale Soup with Smoked Ham Hock
I never saw, or heard much about smoked ham hacks until I moved to Canada. It’s a common ingredient, especially in French Quebec cooking. Traditionally, it’s most famous and popular dish is split pea soup with ham hocks. But using split peas can be a tad heavy. This recipe is…
Leek & Meat Fritters
Some people love the taste of liver. I am not one of them. But I also don’t hate it, I just find it to be dry and minerally. So whenever I cook liver, I try to mellow out the liver with other flavors that can carry the dish. These meat…
Green Skillet Chicken with Roasted Cauliflower, Broccoli and Paneer
I love this recipe for several reasons. First, it makes a lot of food that stores well for lunches during the week. Second, it comes together quickly since the veggies are roasted in the oven while you are working on prepping the chicken and the sauce. Third, it’s great for…
Charred Cabbage Nests
I know. Cabbage for breakfast seems weird. But trust me on this one. It’s comforting, filling and the lemon aioli gives a nice contrasting zing. You’ll feel full all morning, but without the sluggishness that usually accompanies a big breakfast. The secret to this recipe is letting the cabbage saute…
Gift Ideas for the Toronto Foodie
Need to find a gift for that person in your life that is always obsessing that new restaurant that just opened? Foodies can be tricky to buy gifts for especially when they are always on the cutting edge of a new trend. These gifts are sure to be a hit…