PEI Oyster and Mussel Party

February 12, 2023 |

I was excited when PEI Canada’s Food Island world renowned and sustainable Northern paradise reached out for a collaboration. Prince Edward Island is famous for its world-class shellfish of Oysters and Mussels and my family absolutely loves them. Especially from the Canadian waters of beautiful PEI. Their cool, pristine waters  provide the ideal conditions for…

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Roasted Parsnip and Celery Soup with Crispy Kale Chips and Garlic Oil

January 4, 2022 |

Winter had a little late start but it finally hit us. January has started with minus temperatures and wind chills. Its also soup month and we are going to be enjoying a lot of warm and comforting bowls. This roasted parsnip and celery soup is definitely one that will be on rotation. It’s nutritious and…

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Baked Brie with Balsamic and Rosemary Roasted Grapes

December 17, 2021 |

This simple appetizer is not only a delicious show stopper but a great way to reduce waste. Those leftover grapes that have softened are transformed into a delicious snack cheese topper. I absolutely love roasted grapes paired with a creamy warm melted cheese. Tossing them in balsamic gives them a sweet caramelized flavour that is…

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Greek Cypriot Lemony Chicken Rice Soup (Avgolemono)

July 29, 2021 |

The word Avgolemono means egg lemon as this soup features eggs for its creaminess and lots of lemon. Growing up Greek Cypriot, as soon as the cooler weather arrived, my mum always made this soup. It was a big  hug of comfort when we needed it the most. With a few ingredients and no time to put together, its perfect for fall…

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Puff Pastry Baked Brie with Drunken Cherry Sauce

July 23, 2021 |

This puff pastry baked brie is a delicious appetizer and takes no time to make. A melty gooey cheese wrapped in a golden flaky puff pastry. What makes it even more delicious is a topping sliced almonds and drunken cherries. Slow slow simmered plump juicy local cherries with whiskey and vanilla sugar. Its cherry season…

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Asparagus Gazpacho

May 20, 2021 |

Its asparagus season here in Ontario and we are supporting our local Ontario Asparagus Farmers on the farm. This Asparagus Gazpacho is absolutely delicious and features the asparagus at their flavourful peak. Its a vegetarian and vegan dish and its creamy texture comes from a ripe avocado. Grilling the asparagus and sweet onion enhances this soups flavour. This soup whips up quickly and can be served cold…

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Grilled Avocado & Mango Guacamole

May 4, 2021 |

We are celebrating Cinco de Mayo when translated means fifth of May. It’s a holiday that celebrates the date of the Mexican army’s May 5, 1862 victory over France at the Battle of Puebla during the Franco-Mexican War. It is also known as the Battle of Puebla Day. While it is a relatively minor holiday…

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Labneh Middle Eastern Grazing Board

March 1, 2021 |

Well….It’s time I made your meze dreams come true. Being Cypriot, meze is a style of eating I grew up with. Our family table was filled with an array of delicious nibbles, eggs, cheese, pita, olives, veggies and most importantly the dip! I have partnered with @LiberteCanada to create a brunch meze board of your…

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Spanakorisotto Arancini

January 15, 2021 |

Arancini are a delicious and addictive Sicilian snack made with risotto, coated in breadcrumbs and fried deep golden. You all know how much I love colliding cultures and sharing them with all of you. I have given this Italian favourite a Greek Cypriot twist. I have taken our traditional Greek spinach rice and turned it…

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