"Good cooks are not born…they learn by doing" Julia Child
Wow… there are lots of special occasion wines in this release- Brunellos, Amarones, Grand Cru Bordeaux… if I won the lottery I know what I would celebrate with! There are so many high end wines featured I was afraid there wouldn’t be much offered in my snack bracket of the $15-$35 range. But – I was pleasantly surprised! There are lots of good value wines in this release as well. Continue reading “Wine Picks LCBO Release Nov 26, 2016”
This release has a number of interesting Chardonnays from around the world. Chardonnay has had a bad rap in recent years as people think of the over-the-top oaky, buttery, rich California style. In fact different countries produce significantly different wines based on their terroir and their style. Continue reading “Chardonnay Wine Tasting Opportunity Nov 26, 2016 LCBO Release”
If you have an hour or so you can make this quick and easy flatbread. It only takes minutes to mix up and an hour and a bit to rise. It takes a few steps but it is really easy if you are around the house. Believe me it is worth it! Continue reading “Fast, Easy Flatbread”
As predicted the special occasion wines abound in this release. Nestled among the triple digits there are some good prospects in the under $35 ranges though. Continue reading “Wine Picks Nov 12, 2016 LCBO Release”
Another way to use my new favorite ingredient – pomegranate molasses! And this is the season for fresh pomegranates so take advantage of those sweet juicy little morsels while you can. Continue reading “Fruited Pomegranate Quinoa”
This makes a really simple, subtle yet delicious dish. The walnut oil and toasted walnuts give a subtle nutty flavor and you can vary the amount of garlic to suit your taste. Continue reading “Walnut Aglio Olio Spaghetti”
Mushroom Marsala Risotto is an earthy, flavorful risotto. It is also a substantial dish so it stands up well to many mains – salmon, poultry, duck. Continue reading “Mushroom Marsala Risotto”
Pressure cookers have come a long way in recent years. If you want to compare prices, features and faults of some of the top pressure cooker brands check out the chart below. Continue reading “Pressure Cookers – Which One is Best?”
This Crispy Duck Breast is a great recipe for entertaining. Duck is always a very elegant dish and the Cherry Port Sauce makes it a stand out dish. This dish would be great for Christmas, New Year’s or even a summer BBQ! Serve with a peppery Syrah or cherry-noted Pinot Noir. Your guests will never guess how easy this is to prepare! Continue reading “Crispy Duck with Cherry Port Sauce”
