Shrimp, lemon and tomatoes start to taste like spring! This classic Italian dish does not have the ever-present Parmesan cheese and honestly, it is so creamy you don’t miss it. We prefer to cook the shrimp on the side (in a little butter, oil and…

Sushi Rice is a Japanese short grain rice that cooks up starchy, soft and sticky. Sushi Rice after cooked is flavoured with unseasoned rice vinegar, sugar and salt; so, that the flavour is different from other types of rice.

Shiitake mushrooms are one of the healthiest mushrooms with a bit of smoky or earthy flavour. They are best suited to a quick sauté or served in dishes such as miso soup and steamed/simmered dishes such as risottos. And always use a creamy rice like…

There are thousands of recipes for Fried Rice, mostly because it is made up from leftover ingredients. The rice must be cold; refrigerated overnight and then the rest is up to you. This serves 2 as a main course.

Rice Pilaf involves cooking with stock, spices, and vegetables vs. water. Use any type of long grain rice you prefer and your imagination. In some countries Rice Pilaf is the main course, in others a side dish. Basmati Rice or Jasmine Rice work equally well…

Halibut is a firm fish with a mild taste, and so can stand up with Chili Garlic Sauce, Sriracha and Wasabi. Chili Garlic provides the fiery, roughly chopped spice while Sriracha is the smooth counter part. Use either or if you only have one in…

The two most common styles of Chorizo are Spanish and Mexican. The difference is the spices used to flavour the sausage. Spanish Chorizo is built from paprika, and Mexican is flavoured with Chile peppers and vinegar. As school and sports start up, quick weekday meals…

Depending on the the spices used in this dish, it can lend itself to various cultural flavours. South Indian, Mexican or a Spanish style rice. Perfect for days with leftover rice and your imagination.

The concept of Risotto is exclusively Italian. A specialty of Milan; Arborio rice (commonly used), is not rinsed. The risotto needs the starch from the rice for its creamy thick consistency; along with the ever present Parmesan Cheese and stock.

  This is one of our oldest and favorite risotto recipes. Risotto is creamy and rich compared to other types of cooked rice and is the most common rice in Italy. Risotto is cooked slowly and gently, stirred with a spatula compared to the leave…