RECIPES

from The Nature of Play When figs are fresh, they hardly need any preparation – but don’t let that stop you from trying this amazing combination. Ingredients 6 ripe figs 6 Tbsp fresh ricotta 6 tsp runny honey 2 sprigs of thyme 4 Tbsp toasted flaked almonds Directions Tear figs in half and place on […]

from The Best Homemade Vegan Cheese & Ice Cream Recipes A combination that is on its way to becoming a classic, and a recipe I never get tired of making, this sorbet’s ripe fruits, bursting with sunshine and flavor, make it a real delight! Ingredients 10oz (280gm) tomatoes, peeled, seeded and chopped 8oz (220 g)

from Oysters, Mussels, and Scallops Sauce Marie Rose is the European equivalent of North America’s cocktail sauce. You can serve this dish as a salad on some Boston lettuce leaves, in a martini glass or on a large platter garnished with watercress or fresh basil leaves. Use only the very freshest seafood from your fishmonger.

from Portrait of an Oyster and ShuckerPaddy Oysters with mignonette are a classic pairing where raw oysters are served on the half shell with a tangy, shallot-infused vinegar sauce that enhances their natural brininess. ShuckerPaddy is Canada’s leading oyster guy and knows what works best with his oysters. Adding the apple flavour is unique and

from Happy Hens & Fresh Eggs Virgin or boozalicious, either way I think you’ll love this frothy summer drink. To me, it tastes somewhere between a Creamsicle and an Orange Julep. There was an Orange Julep stand at the Fairview Mall (Toronto) when I was growing up, and since the mall was a good 30-minute

from The Purposeful Gardener Have you ever considering throwing a farmer’s market themed party before? If not, consider this your sign to! When coming up with a theme for my daughter’s birthday party, we wanted it to feel true to us, while celebrating her big day. Enter – the farmer’s market! I love that this

from Blooms and Baking This is the dessert I make the most in the spring and summer months. There are four components to this tart — a buttery tart crust, a sweet and tangy layer of strawberry rhubarb compote, the most luscious almond frangipane filling, and tender roasted rhubarb. The tart is great served as

from Sea Salt This wonderful Mediterranean-inspired spread can easily be made using pantry staples. When friends raft up for appetizers, duck below deck and whip up to serve on crostini, a bunch of crunchy radishes with butter and sea salt flakes – a classic French combination – rounds out the platter. We like to use

from What Do We Eat? The book references Musubi: “Spam (a brand of canned pork) was part of many soldier meals during World War II. Today it remains popular in Hawaii, often used as a filling for musubi, a block of nori-wrapped rice that can be found in gas stations, corner stores and diners.” The

From Mexican Hot Sauce and Culinary Escape on the Riviera Maya Molcajete are stone tools, the traditional Central American and especially, the Mexican version of the mortar and pestle used for grinding various food products. Heated, they can keep food hot while making a spectacular presentation. Ingredients 2 Tbsp lime juice 3 cloves minced garlic 2 Tbsp