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 ...
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 ...
Pass the Green Beans
One of my favorite Chinese restaurants in Toronto serves up the best green beans and I just can't get enough. I always wondered what the secret was. What can elevate a simple green bean to this level of deliciousness? Thanks to Google and some ...
Peas and Mint
My kids love peas and they are often on the menu as a quick side dish. But momma needs more than peas with some butter. So below is a more sophisticated take on my William's favourite vegetable. I made this recipe with frozen peas which we always ...
Corn and Black Bean Salad
Can't get more simple than this! Start by making the dressing in the bowl you will be serving the salad in. Once the dressing is made, just add all the other salad ingredients and mix. It pairs well with grilled meat and fish, so it's perfect for the ...
Warm Potato, Capers and Arugula Salad
Many of our summer time dinners consist of some sort of barbecued meat and a side salad or grilled vegetables. So, I am always on the look out for simple recipes for in season veggies that I can pick up at our farmers' market at Trinity Bellwoods ...
Summer Pearl Couscous Salad
This salad is a great side dish to the lamb kofta recipe that you can also find on the blog. If you cannot find pearl couscous at your local grocery store, you can always use traditional couscous and cook it according to the package ...
Rustic Smashed Potatoes with Leeks
Need a new side dish? If you like the taste of leek and potato soup, try these rustic smashed potatoes. I paired a flank steak and chimichurri sauce with these potatoes and it was perfect. Let me know what you think. Rustic Smashed Potatoes ...