Squash Feast

Posted by admin on July 8 2009 3 Commented

As a big fan of squash, I’ve often wondered – why is summer squash available all winter and winter squash available all summer? more…

P&F Meats

Posted by admin on June 6 2009 Add Comments

Once a week, my wife and I pay a visit to P&F Meats, our friendly neighbourhood butcher. Brothers Tom and Guy are always smiling, helpful, and covered in dried blood. more…

Pozole Rojo

Posted by admin on May 28 2009 Add Comments

Came across this Mexican recipe while Googling “smoked ham hocks”. My butcher gets me a steady supply of them, so I felt the need to experiment with a new, hearty comfort food. Viva Mexico! more…

Village Market

Posted by admin on May 26 2009 Add Comments

Finding fresh, organic produce in the city and suburbs is getting easier, thanks to farmer’s markets like the Village Market. Mike Lanigan’s the man, offering home-grown organic produce at this location for years. more…

Puff Daddy

Posted by admin on May 24 2009 3 Commented

I’m not a huge fan of tofu, but I do love fried tofu puffs. They’re great in a stirfry and they soak up whatever flavours you throw at them. They’re also perfect for stuffing. more…

Passion for Pancetta

Posted by admin on May 23 2009 Add Comments

I tend to obsess a bit over bacon, ham hocks, trotters, prosciutto and other exquisite pork products, but this recipe is all about pancetta.  Is there anything that tastes better than slices of rolled up, salt cured pork belly? more…

Be My ValenThai

Posted by admin on May 22 2009 Add Comments

For Valentine’s Day, I treated my wife to a surprise Thai dinner.  Forget the chocolates and flowers – nothing says “I love you” quite like crustaceans. Yeah, that’s right, you heard me.  I gave my wife crabs for Valentine’s Day. more…