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May 12, 20172 min read

Mussels in Ginger Coconut Water Broth with Fresh Pineapple

Picture the scene. On your way home from a productive and challenging day. Don't feel like cooking but craving something satisfying,...

Nov 27, 20152 min read

Baked Korean Beef Ribs (“LA Galbi”: 갈비)

Whenever I go into Rowe Farms, I check out which cuts of meat are reasonably priced. To my amazement the Korean Beef Ribs, also know as...

Mar 26, 20142 min read

No Salt but Even More Flavour: Veggie Soup & Sprouted Grain Garlic Bread

It seems so many people are being diagnosed with hypertension these days. Just ask and most people say, “Oh yah I’m on high blood...

Feb 26, 20122 min read

Melange of Vegetables and Mixed Beans Miso Soup

Who doesn’t enjoy a big steamy bowl of wholesome soup? One night I decided this would be the ticket to use up my bits and pieces of...

Feb 13, 20112 min read

Sher’s Xinxin de Galinha (Brazilian Braised Chicken and Prawns)

This dish is so fragrant and has the unusual pairing of prawns and chicken. It’s quick and one of my most satisfying comfort foods after...

Feb 13, 20113 min read

Grape Skin Flour & Fresh Ginger Baking Powder Biscuits

I had such a fun time in the fall when I went with my friend Sue on a Niagara-on-the-Lake winery tour. The wineries we visited were not...

Aug 18, 20102 min read

Raved About Vegan Quinoa Pilaf with Caramelized Dates and Pistachios

I developed this recipe for one of my Crash Courses in Smarter Eating at Ryerson University. I brought the dish to a family dinner and...

Aug 18, 20101 min read

Still No Groceries…Look Ma I Just Made Myself Lunch

No milk, no bread, few veggies, little fruit….oh my…guess who needs to go get some food stuff tonight?? Thought I’d share with you my...

Nov 7, 20082 min read

I Can’t Believe There’s No Butter…Butter Chicken

I Can’t Believe There’s No Butter…Butter Chicken 10 large boneless, skinless chicken thighs (about 21/4 lbs / 1.1 kg) For Tandoori...