A burst of summer for lunch or a light dinner comes together in minutes after a hot morning or day at the beach, with sun kissed tomatoes. A sharp Cheddar cheese complements the sweet tomatoes. Serve with salad or a light soup if you want.

This is another easy curry dish that can be on the table in less than an hour if you want it to be or prep earlier and cook the next day. We’ve done both and it is equally as good either way. Yogurt slowly tenderizes…

Some of the most fun around dinner are those casual Mexican style meals, with a few Japanese Shishito Pepper! Easy to prepare, they are great entertaining menus and if you are running behind, everyone can chip in. Easy to make – Homemade Corn Tortillas, Pico…

This White Bean Hummus is similar to Chickpea Hummus – but not quite. Cannellini Beans have a milder and creamier consistency. Dress the Hummus with anything and everything you have on hand. We love Slow Roasted Tomatoes along with avocado, cucumber, parsley, red onion, and…

Burrata and Fresh Mozzarella appear the same until you slice into it. Burrata’s centre is filled with fresh cream and curds, whereas Mozzarella’s interior is the same as the exterior.

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…

During tomato season, we try to use any type of tomatoes every couple days. Pick for your own garden or find them at the local Farmer’s Market. Small tomatoes are lovely for roasting, and it is easy to see why they are actually a fruit.

With the markets overflowing with produce and a neighbour with a generous crop, zucchini and tomatoes become regulars at our table.

Whether making Shrimp and Guacamole for 1 or for a group, this is a beautiful summer appetizer or meal. Serve with Tortilla Chips.

Simple meals are best for hot days! Summer along with smoke from forest fires arrived here all in one week. We went from braising to barbecuing in a matter of days. Grill baguette or buns to serve alongside this quick and easy meal.