There is a product out on the market called the Bellini Kitchen Master (BKM). Now while I'm not into having the latest in equipment for the sake of having it, this piece of equipment looked interesting enough that it would warrant a second look and maybe after reading great reviews, a purchase. That’s the topic of [...]
Okay, so mine are grown up and even though I do prepare the odd work lunch for them (when they are home), there isn't a pressing need for me to ensure they eat everything. They are grown ups and I've done my part, now it's up to them! So, for those of you with little [...]
Recently, my morning routine has evolved into stopping off at the local coffee shop to pick up my coffee before going to see my dad. I normally don't have cravings for sweet things - no it's true, for me if you are going to have a treat, make it spicy. But this morning I couldn't help [...]
Guess what? I won a contest for the Asian Pork Belly hors d 'oeuvres which has become a signature offering for receptions and parties done by Food Inspires. So, I'm now going to share this easy to make and great tasting recipe with you. It's pictured on my site with a mandarin segment and nestled [...]
Many recipes call for the use of just the yolks or whites of an egg. With good reason, they are tried and true classics that yield great results. Many people I speak with shy away from these recipes as they don't know what to do with the other part of the egg. Well here's a [...]
... Boy did we play! Just kidding, Master Chef Josh started his vacation on Thursday last week. He asked me to fill in for him with his Beginner and Advanced class. I always enjoy doing these classes as it keeps me challenged and reminds me that I need to stay up-to-date on current trends and techniques [...]
It's Wednesday and time for a treat! This is an easy version of a classic sweet Doodh Peda--the Indian version of Canadian Fudge. Simple ingredients you probably already have at home and if not, easy enough to get from the local grocery store. It took less than 1 hour to make, hard to believe given the [...]
Earlier this month, my daughter returned from her vacation in Portugal. Absolutely loved it. From the pictures she has seen of Goa (she hasn't been there yet), she could definitely see the Portuguese influence in the architecture, the colours and the food. One of her emails from Portugal said "Dad, we tried these Pasteis de Nata, [...]
At the dinner table a few weeks back, the conversation turned to vegetarian cooking and more, healthful items on the menu. Among the menu items discussed were stuffed grape leaves. I've never worked with grape leaves before but was eager to try them. I do love dolmades though I wouldn't go so far to call [...]
It was a joyous celebration – 90 years young! On the weekend I Chef’d for a wonderful family (4 sisters) celebrating their mum’s 90th birthday. As a Chef, I know that presentation is a feast for the eyes before the tongue has a chance to taste anything. Well in this particular case, the presentation was [...]
