Rhubarb and Cod

Miso Tahini Ramen with Seared Duck Breast

September 15, 2020 No Comments

We’re entering the cozy season, which means kitchen projects. All-consuming, borderline crazy, overly involved cook-a-thons that delight and terrify in equal measure. You’ll laugh, you’ll cry, you’ll question your resolve and sanity. They’re just a great time. So even though summer isn’t quite over and done with, I thought I’d get a headstart with this Miso Tahini Ramen. The broth is from scratch, the tare (we’ll dig into that later) is from scratch, and you better believe the noodles are too. No corners were cut, no time was spared, and you know what? That is exactly how I wanted it. So roll up your sleeves, and unwind your soul because this recipe calls for some grade A kitchen puttering.

Brunch, Curries, Eggs, Grains & Legumes, Pizzas & Flatbreads

Chickpea Curried Eggs with Paratha

September 10, 2020 No Comments

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The calendar may insist it’s still summer, but the weather here suggests otherwise. The warm weather has left Toronto after a season of record-breaking heat and its exit was painfully abrupt. I’m usually not one to complain about cooler temperatures but two months of heatwaves have seriously thinned my blood. Temps in the mid-to-low twenties (Celsius) are inspiring shivers, and frankly, it’s embarrassing. I’m a proud East Coaster, I learned to swim in the frigid Atlantic and relish picnics in the snow. And now look at me, reaching for my cable-knit the second the sun disappears. I know I will eventually pull it together. Come November, I’ll be back to my hearty self. But until then I have these Chickpea Curried Eggs to keep me warm.

Breads & Rolls, Pork, Recipes

Everything Bagel Pretzel Dogs

September 6, 2020 No Comments

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So here we are – the last long weekend of the summer. It’s been a bizarre summer, to say the least, but I still managed to sip a few cocktails outdoors, grill to my heart’s content, and swim in a large body of water. Sure, I didn’t see as many friends as I would’ve liked and I didn’t get to visit my family in Nova Scotia. But even with the drawbacks bought to us by COVID, this summer has been pretty ok. But I will confess I am excited for running without oppressive humidity and mugs of mulled wine. There is a lot to love about summer and there’s a lot to love about fall. So instead of mourning the summer that was, I’m going to give it a proper send-off with a platter as exuberant as it was. Say hello to these Everything Bagel Pretzel Dogs.

Cakes, Chocolate, Dessert, Recipes

Dark Chocolate Port Torte with Malted Whipped Cream

September 2, 2020 2 Comments

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I get strangely anxious about recipes during this time of year. One side of me wants to leap into fall recipes head first because, after a summer of popsicles, they feel novel. But the other half of me, the half that pays attention to the calendar, knows it’s still summer. And there is no greater sin a Canadian can commit than ushering summer out the door prematurely. So what’s a girl to do? Keep on posting summer-friendly eats until the 21st? Or start cooking for the sweater weather ahead? How about both? Yes, both! Today’s Dark Chocolate Port Torte with Malted Whipped Cream is a delicious compromise designed to placate my opposing sides. The torte’s crown of fruit says late summer, while the dark sultry cake underneath flirts with fall.