There’s a story I tell in every cooking class about the time I met a man that gave me my first dream job. It happened in the early 2000’s but I remember it as if it were yesterday. It was a Friday evening at “Pascal”, one of the top French restaurants in Southern California. Jim…
Warm Pesto Marinated Olives
Whether coming to my home as a dinner guest or a student for a cooking class, you are always greeted with small bite-size foods with huge flavour! These Warm Pesto Marinated Olives are one of my favorites and my guests love them too! Warm Pesto Marinated Olives (makes 2 cups (500 mL)) What you’ll need:…
‘Just do it’
Today is Thursday but this blog will be published the following Tuesday. I don’t usually wait this long to begin writing, but this week’s topic is worthy of extra consideration. I weighed the pros and cons, went back and forth, and now finally I’ve decided to move forward. Mainly because my life is an open…
Summer Peach and Almond Tart
Three ingredients are all you need to create a seasonal, delicious dessert for you and your family. This recipe should be made in every season; it’s so simple and just that good. Summer Peach and Almond Tart (makes 12 servings) What you’ll need: 3 cups (750ml) almond flour 1.5 cups (375 ml) maple syrup 4…
The Holy Land
I often speak of my love for canoe tripping, camping, and being in the outdoors. I also love sitting under the sky to gaze at the stars, if I can stay up late enough! In northern Ontario, the stars don’t really come out until 11:00 pm and well, sometimes its just not that easy to…
Pan Roasted Ling Cod with Baby Carrots and Sweet Onions
Creating amazing, healthy meals in minutes is a daily goal and this is one of my favourites! Pan Roasted Ling Cod with Baby Carrots and Sweet Onions (Serves two adults) What you will need: 1 tbsp (15 mL) avocado oil 2 fillet ling cod, skin-on (see tips) 1 cup (250 mL) roughly chopped carrots 1…
‘Gramma’s Apple Pie’
My grandmother never once made apple pie, but I’m sure everyone has a family recipe they hold close to their heart – am I right? Like something a certain loved one brings to every holiday that’s been passed down through generations. For me, it’s been these family recipes that speak best to our family traditions….
Blueberry Corn Pancakes
This recipe is inspired by my Gramma Shank’s Cheese Latkes (pronounced LAT-KEYS), a Wagman family favorite. Growing up, my siblings and I hovered over the stove waiting for the latkes to be done…and very few latkes made it to the kitchen table. Enjoy! Blueberry Corn Pancakes (makes about 12 pancakes) What you’ll need: ¾ cup…
Road Trip
This year, Tamar and I decided that we would spend our vacation dollars here, in Canada. We love traveling and have taken some incredible trips over the years, but we really haven’t explored our own backyard. Canada is a stunning place, yet I know very little about it. So, a few weeks ago Tamar and…
Summer Peach and Plum ‘Fruit Roll Ups’
This version of fruit ‘leather’ or ‘roll-ups’ are for kids and adults alike and is the perfect go-to for those long hikes, camping trips or school lunches. This recipe is simple and requires just a little patience. Enjoy! Summer Peach and Plum ‘Fruit Roll Ups’ (makes about 15 roll ups) What you’ll need: Parchment paper…