Penny

Creamy Caesar Dressing

I am out here in Prince Edward County with the family this week and we are lovin' it! We have never been to this part of Ontario although we have passed by it countless times the last 10+ years traveling from Toronto to Montreal which is where hubby ...

Tomato Basil Salad

Market fresh tomatoes can't be beat! They are sweet, flavourful, juicy and loaded with good things for you. And they are now available at Toronto farmers' markets. This recipe puts the tomato in the spotlight. It is simple with few ingredients to ...

Napa Slaw

Lime, sesame oil, ginger and mint... You just can't go wrong with this salad! The salad has loads of texture and is very filling. It is great paired with a flank steak in a Mongolian marinade or with Korean short ribs. This means its great for ...

Ode to AFM

My good friends, Amara and Max, opened a lovely restaurant in the west end of Toronto earlier this year. The Annette Food Market (AFM) is one of my favourite restaurants in Toronto with its long list of wines by the glass, its hip and welcoming ...

Fresh Basil Pesto

I have often bought pesto at the grocery store to use in pasta sauces. Unfortunately, it is usually a green unappetizing mush that rarely tastes or smells like basil. But fresh basil made with herbs from my tiny urban garden is the complete ...

Baking: The Early Days

I was never a huge baker till very recently. I had a fear of baking that kept me from delicious recipes. It all seemed very complicated and too scripted for me. To over come this fear, I looked for baking recipes that were simple, had few ...

Chickpea, Cucumber and Sundried Tomato Salad

I've been making this salad for years and I just never get tired of it. I often make this for large get togethers or for pot lucks. It keeps well for a day or two so can be made in advance, it's vegetarian and vegan friendly, and the ingredients are ...