Taco restaurants are popping up as quickly as coffee shops and sushi restaurants and for good reason; the food is awesome, the ingredients are inexpensive and restaurants can make a killing serving them to you. But you don’t have to go very far to eat fresh tacos; in fact you don’t have to leave your…
Fresh Tortillas
I recall that moment I was introduced to homemade tortillas. It was up there with the birth of my children. Ok, ok…maybe not that high up, but it WAS a very good day ☺ I couldn’t believe how easy and fun they were to make! Fresh Tortillas (makes about 8 tortillas) What you’ll need: Tortilla…
Our Top Five Recipes
The last three years of my culinary life have been nothing short of incredible! I’ve applied classical cooking techniques to new amazing ‘clean’ ingredients and developed fresh, healthy recipes for you, me, and our families to enjoy. I love the creative process. Whether it’s writing and playing songs on my guitar or creating and cooking…
Chef v Cook
I promised myself I wouldn’t use my blog as a ‘Psoapbox’; ranting about things that make my head shake when I struggle to comprehend some of the world’s craziness. I try to reserve most of my ranting for my morning ritual of yelling at the television or radio while watching or listening to the news. …
Kick Ass Granola Parfait
This past weekend I made some incredible Kick-Ass Granola Parfaits for a charity event. In truth, this is what I eat almost daily for breakfast. Although I have a few variations, there is nothing like a wild blueberry puree when the berries are in season. Enjoy! Kick Ass Granola Parfait (makes 4 parfaits) What you’ll…
(Wild) Blueberry Puree
When in season, I just love wild blueberries. Unfortunately, their season is short so regular blueberries have to do. This is amazing with Kick Ass Granola, on yogurt, or served on your next cheese platter. Enjoy! (Wild) Blueberry Puree (makes about 2 cups) What you’ll need: 2 cups (500 mL) wild blueberries 2 tbsp (30…
What’s up, Stock?
When I first started my journey of eating clean(er) someone asked me if I was going to start making bone broth, apparently having health benefits that I was not aware of. I have been in the culinary world for some time and there are definitely culinary terms I have forgotten over the years but I…
Dark (brown) Chicken Stock
This incredibly rich chicken stock is the perfect addition to any meat or vegetable dish. Enjoy! Dark (brown) Chicken Stock (yields 12 cups (3 L) ) What you’ll need: Fine mesh strainer Preheat oven to 400 F 2.2 lbs (1 kg) chicken bones 1 leek, roughly chopped (about 2 inches) 3 carrots, roughly chopped (about…
Blonde (white) Vegetable Stock
This all-purpose blonde vegetable stock offers a light, aromatic addition when cooking grains, legumes or making your favourite vegan soups! Blonde (white) Vegetable Stock (yields about 16 cups (4 L) ) What you’ll need: Fine mesh strainer 1 leek, roughly chopped (about 1 inch) 3 carrots, roughly chopped (about 1 inch) 3 stalks celery, roughly…
Saba
Before sitting down to write this, I mentioned to Tamar that I would be writing about her father Hessie, or ‘Saba’ as he is affectionately known. The look on her face was priceless. Tamar thought I would speak negatively about the most generous, selfless and quirkiest man I have ever known – ridiculous! In the…