Category: Fish and Shellfish

Risotto with Oregano and Brown Butter Scallops

Risotto with Oregano and Brown Butter Scallops

Even though Risotto takes a bit of time to prepare, it is very simple to make. This classic Italian dish is buttery and creamy rich. We added high quality scallops and some sautéed oregano for an elegant entree.

Horseradish Salmon Burgers with Dill Pickle Mayo

Horseradish Salmon Burgers with Dill Pickle Mayo

Horseradish Salmon Burgers are a pantry ready meal, quick to make with a salad and full of flavour. We love a Fresh Corn Salad alongside, but really any type of salad will work well. The dill pickle mayo is a must try, close to a…

Smoked Salmon and Dill Pizza

Smoked Salmon and Dill Pizza

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…

Spaghetti Vongole

Spaghetti Vongole

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.

Homemade Corn Tortillas

Homemade Corn Tortillas

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…

Roasted Halibut with Meyer Lemons, Yogurt Sauce and Gremolata

Roasted Halibut with Meyer Lemons, Yogurt Sauce and Gremolata

Meyer Lemon season is between December and May, so grab a bag when you see them. The halibut most likely will be frozen at that time of year, buy it from a reputable fish store and it will still taste delicious.

Moroccan Fish

Moroccan Fish

Ras el Hanout is a spice mix found in Tunisian and Moroccan cooking. Consisting of over a dozen spices, each family or shop will have their own “best” blend. Halibut is nestled into this fragrant dish near the end of cooking time makes for an…

Brown Butter Halibut

Brown Butter Halibut

Brown Butter Halibut is as decadent as it sounds. Searing the halibut before a quick stop in the oven makes a rich main to rest on top of Black (Beluga) Lentils and alongside Roasted Radishes.

Harissa Sheet Pan Salmon

Harissa Sheet Pan Salmon

It is true Sheet Pan meals are some of the easiest to make and this is no exception. Harissa adds a little heat complimented with orange zest and orange juice. The orange flavours really come out, and blend perfectly with the Harissa, without overpowering the…

Brown Butter Scallops with Romesco Sauce

Brown Butter Scallops with Romesco Sauce

Brown Butter Scallops on top of Romesco Sauce is purely elegant dining, and is so very easy. Rich creamy sea scallops on top of a fire-roasted tomato base. Romesco is not intended to be a fiery condiment but you can add more red pepper flakes…