Prawns seem to scream barbeque and Asparagus; one of the first spring vegetables.  Prawns are generally thought to be larger than shrimp but the two names for this shellfish are used interchangeably worldwide.  Fire up the grill, Prawns and Asparagus are perfect as a side to a…

No matter how you make Hollandaise, make it slowly! Classic French Sauce with a hint of lemon.

As barbecue season approaches, grilled or roasted vegetables shine. The simpler the preparation, the better for the chef and the vegetables! Grilled or roasted peppers become so sweet……like vegetable candy!

Sriracha gets its heat from red jalapeño peppers; it’s a Thai dipping sauce for seafood and omelettes and Vietnamese condiment for fried noodles and spring rolls. Add Hellman’s Real Mayonnaise and it’s an essential condiment for Turkey Cubano Sandwiches, Chicken Tenders or Fillets and so…

Mediterranean salads with cucumbers, tomatoes and chickpeas are bright and welcome regardless of the season. K helped with the picture, matching some of Santa’s elves with the salad; but we love it just as much during the summer too!

Slow Roasted Tomatoes might look at bit dry or the skins a bit tough but when you bite into one, the flavour is intensified, it’s a bit cartelized and sweet. The longer the tomatoes roast, there the intense the flavour is. Easy to make and…

Prosciutto di Parma stands out from any other prosciutto. Made under strict Italian quality controls, it does make a difference when draped across fresh pasta tossed with Parmesan. Make this for 1 person or a crowd……it’s really easy and quick. Buy fresh pasta if you…

Some of the best dinners are made from leftovers! Roast baby potatoes and drizzle them with leftover Tomato and Cannellini Bean Salad. Add some beef or chicken and dinner is served!

When summer fruit is at its peak, think about this salad or side dish with some barbecued pork. Chèvre is French for Goat Cheese. When young and fresh, Chèvre is soft and creamy, usually sold in logs. As it ages, Chèvre becomes harder, crumblier and…

This is just about as easy as summer cooking can get, as an appetizer, side dish or vegetarian main. Toss any vegetables you have with olive oil, tuck slabs of Feta amongst them, and let the flavours come together. We love this served right off…