Reminiscent of Italian Pizzeria’s, this dressing is as close to the bottled salad dressing that we grew up with; only it has a much better olive oil, so a much better taste. It mixes up in minutes with dried herbs and no sugar as often…

This mayonnaise based dressing got its start in the early 1900’s and its name “Russian” because the original recipe had caviar in it, a Russian staple. However, it was created in New Hampshire.

It’s not quite winter, but apples abound, and dried sweetened cranberries are reminiscent of fall and Thanksgiving. Cranberries are very tart if not sweetened. We love Patience Fruit & Co Organic Dried Cranberries, sweetened with apple juice.

Pumpkin Soup has two countries that lay claim to the original concept. Haiti and France. WE love this simple soup when heading indoors and thoughts of heartier food slowly cooked is appealing after the long hot summer days of summer.

This salad was adapted from The New York Times article about Chef Mark Icon and his pizza restaurant, Lucali. Reminiscent of the leftover salad enjoyed with family on Sunday. Iceberg lettuce is sprinkled with marinated tomatoes, celery, red onions and canned olives. A pizza house…

This is definitely a summer side dish when tomatoes are at their peak. Pan searing the gnocchi produces the same pillowy soft inside with a crisp shell; that stands up to the balsamic dressing.

The great debate between Manhattan Chowder made with tomatoes and New England Chowder made with cream have their purist fans. We love both! and mostly we love the clams!

Greek Salad is a family favourite and served throughout the summer and fall when the vegetables are at their peak.

Canadian Pear Season typically is anytime in August to October/November, and they complement so many types of cheeses. But….pears are grown nearly year round in other parts of the world. Regardless, pears are a common ingredient in our salads and charcuteries.

This comfort food salad is made just before serving it. If you prefer creamier, add less vinegar, and if you tend to like dressings more tart, taste while adding the vinegar.