Canadian Cookbooks

Real French home cooking is easier than you think! Leave haute cuisine to fussy restaurants, and dive into these uncomplicated classics from Audrey Le Goff, founder of the blog Pardon Your French. Drawing inspiration from her childhood in the north of France, Audrey shares simple fare, full of the rich, complex flavors French cuisine is […]

Rustic French Cooking Made Easy Read More »

A Toronto homicide detective is attacked at his doorstep when his investigation into possible links between the Nazi occupation of Italy and the murder of his brother and parents decades later gets too close to the truth—in the new crime thriller from bestselling author Robert Rotenberg. Inspired by the true story of the Forty Martyrs

What We Buried Read More »

from Robert Rotenberg From one of my favourite authors: in ‘Il ladro di ferrandine‘, Montalbano receives a phone call at home in the evening and answers ‘Montalbano speaking. I am eating broccoli pasta, who the hell is disturbing me!’.  Here’s a clip: you don’t need an interpreter to catch the drift. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=cZDbHx0ALLk Let’s prepare one

Broccoli Pasta Read More »

In the vast landscape of crime fiction, where detectives jostle for space on the bookshelves of mystery enthusiasts, Robert Rotenberg and his Ari Greene detective series stand out as a testament to the enduring allure of the genre. With each installment, Rotenberg weaves intricate plots, rich character development, and a deep understanding of human nature

Robert Rotenberg Read More »

from Rustic French Cooking Made Easy Coming from Brittany, the birthplace of crepes, I always made savory crepes the traditional way, with buckwheat flour, until I discovered the Ficelle Picarde (cheese, ham and mushroom stuffed crepes). This cheesy gratin of crepes, stuffed with a mushroom cream and slices of ham, is a hit in its

Ficelle Picarde Read More »

French cuisine has long held a revered status in the culinary world, with its intricate techniques and rich flavors captivating taste buds worldwide. However, mastering the art of French cooking can often seem daunting to aspiring home chefs. In Rustic French Cooking Made Easy, Audrey Le Goff offers a delightful solution, guiding readers through the

Rustic French Cooking Made Easy Read More »

from Zambonelli Fine Foods This a variation on the weight watchers 2 ingredient bagels. Super simple and delicious. I have substituted the Everything seasoning with Dukkah for an incredible new taste experience. Prep Time: 10 minutes Cook Time: 25 minutes Total Time: 35 minutes Serves 4 Ingredients 1 cup of self rising flour* 1 cup

Dukkah Bagels Read More »

The quest for unique flavors and textures often leads us to unexpected treasures. Zambonelli Fine Foods, a name synonymous with quality and innovation, presents an exquisite offering with their Dukkah collection. As an avid food enthusiast, I embarked on a journey through their website, https://www.zambonellifoods.com/, to uncover the essence of their unique product: Dukkah. What

Zambonelli Fine Foods Read More »

Treat yourself to all three flavours of Dukkah from Zambonelli Foods: Hazelnut, Almond Sumac and Pistachio Dukkah. It can be used for seasoning vegetables, crusting meat and fish, and adding to olive oil for dipping bread. Dukkah (pronounced doo-kah), is a Middle Eastern mixture of toasted nuts, seeds, and savoury spices. It’s always vegan and

Dukkah Gift Set Read More »

from Crip Up the Kitchen I associate hamburger soup and stew with my church’s monthly fellowship lunches and AGM lunches. It’s also a food I appreciate for being nutrient dense at an exceptionally low cost. I grew up in the United Church of Canada. A church women’s group – United Church Women or UCW –

Electric Pressure Cooker Hamburger Stew Read More »