We have found the best Gluten Free Pita’s, untraditionally shaped but delicious just the same from “Promise” Bakery located in Ireland. Their products are showing up in Canadian stores, sometimes fresh and sometimes in the freezer section. Make Herb Labneh earlier in the day along…

These tacos are a snap to make even when making your own Homemade Corn Tortillas and Peach/Mango Salsa.

Labneh is a Middle Eastern cheese made from strained Greek yogurt. Generally, it has the consistency of creamed cheese and can be used as a dip on Mezzo Platters or dotted on pizza and salads. The longer you strain the yogurt, the thicker the Labneh…

Cold Smoked Salmon and Lox look very similar. Thinly sliced, except Cold Smoked Salmon has a smoky flavour whereas Lox has more a briny flavour. Critical for flavour on this pizza is fresh baby dill, it really does make a difference. This recipe is an…

Vongole means “clams” in Italian and Spaghetti Vongole has stayed close to the original recipes from the coastal regions of Italy. Add tomatoes instead of the greens if you like, but do go to a trusted fishmonger for the best seafood.

Once you start making your own Corn Tortillas it will be hard to return to store bought. Easy, gluten free and only 3 ingredients; making tortillas has now become part of the fun on Taco and Fajita nights. Corn Tortillas also show up in Shrimp…

This quick and very flavourful soup has been a long-time family favourite. Don’t let the color throw you off! The salsa you use will determine the heat intensity of the soup. Mild salsa for a gentler palate and medium/hot for others.

Aleppo Pepper has quickly become one of our favourite spices. It’s smokey and earthy; a little sweet and a little spicy. It can be used as a flavour enhancer or a finisher – sprinkled on a dish at the end. Aleppo Pepper and Sumac can…

Tomatoes fresh from the grower and Persian cucumbers elevate this salad to the summer entertaining rotation. Persian cucumbers are smaller and sweeter than English. This salad is a snap to make and serve alongside or on top of Aleppo Pepper Meatballs and Hummus.

This Mexican Blend of chili peppers, lime and sea salt was the perfect one to celebrate Cinco de Mayo, along with Green Chili Polenta or Grits and Sautéed Blue Oyster Mushrooms!