Pasta Primavera certainly sounds Italian, but I was first made popular by an Italian chef in New York. Our recipe most often only uses chicken stock for a lighter approach, but many recipes add an equal amount of cream; and that is delicious as well.

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…

The Farmer’s Market had fresh vegetables well into the fall! This salad is hearty enough to be the only side along grilled meat and definitely earns a spot on the summer picnic buffet. Fresh corn cut from the cob makes all the difference.

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.

Antipasto literally means “before the meal” and is the first course in a traditional Italian meal.  Small bites of tasty food, usually accompanied with wine meant to stimulate the appetite.

Fajitas are chicken or beef sautéed with onions and peppers, while Carne Asada is marinated grilled meat (beef is most common), all served in a taco. Common sides are Pico de Gallo, Guacamole, Pickled Red Onions, grated Cheddar/crumbled Feta, sour cream, lime wedges, slivered radishes,…

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…