From Pastries to Pasta - Food That Brings Joy
These Zucchini Latkes are quick and simple to prepare and make the perfect dish for Chanukah or as a dinner/side dish any time of year! Growing up as a little Ashkenazi kid the highlight of my Chanukah celebrations was always my Mother’s deliciously golden and …
This Beef and Zucchini Cannelloni is reminiscent of lasagna, but quicker and just as delicious. You’ll love the combination of caramelized beef and zucchini with garlic! This Beef and Zucchini Cannelloni is the ultimate comfort food. It is hearty, savoury and full of flavour. Although …
This Dutch Oven Chicken Cacciatore layers many different flavours to create a deliciously dish. This delicious meal needs only 10 minutes to prepare and under an hour to cook making it a great choice for a weekend meal. My Mother has been frequenting the same …
This Creamy Chicken Carbonara recipe is both creamy and light and can be on your table in 15 minutes! Carbonara is the type of pasta dish I used to always order at restaurants. It has all the elements I crave in a delicious dish: salty, …
This Nutella Brownie Recipe is not for someone who just likes chocolate. They are incredibly rich and moist, with dark chocolate that will satisfy even the most ardent chocolate lover. This Nutella Brownie Recipe is not for someone who just likes chocolate. They are incredibly …
This Apple and Strawberry Crumble combines tender strawberries and apples which make for a juicy bite while the nuttiness of the rolled oats, sweetness of the brown sugar, and crispness of the Harvest Crunch creates the perfect contrast of textures. The start of the fall …
This Smoked Salmon Pesto Pasta is a delicious twist on the classic. The toasted nuttiness of the pine nuts compliments the tang of the grated parmesan, the brightness of the spinach, basil, and lemon, and the saltiness of the smoked salmon, while a good quality …
These Chocolate Caramel Pretzel Rods make a great gift or party treat if you’re able to stop yourself from eating them all first. This delicious treat combines crispy crunchy pretzel rods, creamy salted caramel, and smooth dark chocolate to create the perfect bite. Is there …
These soft and fluffy Blueberry Buttermilk are the perfect start to your day! Nothing says brunch like a stack of pancakes right off the pan. Pancakes have become a weekend staple in my home. In fact, my kids love them so much that I’m constantly …
This Spiced Apple Crumble Cake combines all the flavours of fall: cinnamon, nutmeg and apple. The start of the fall season is synonymous with apple desserts. My family loves to go apple picking, and I love to bake, so of course I have to make …
This Creamy Chicken Prosciutto Fettuccine is a flavourful satisfying meal that is especially comforting on a cold or rainy evening. My kids love roast chicken, but a whole chicken is just too much for our family of four. Sure, I could just roast a few …
These Bolognese and Mozzarella Arancini are soft on the inside and crispy on the outside . The savoury bolognese, and fresh fiore de latte filling is complimented by the creamy rice and sharp parmesan in the risotto. This filling contrasts perfectly with the crispy golden …
This Taco Ground Beef Mac and Cheese is a delicious adult version of the childhood classic! Who doesn’t love mac and cheese? Creamy, hearty, and decadent, this dish is a favourite for a reason. As a teen my introduction to mac and cheese was the …
These Berry and Mango Buttercream cupcakes combine soft chocolate cake with delicious vanilla buttercream flavoured with fresh mango, blueberries and blackberries. The idea for these deliciously colourful cupcakes came to me when my daughter asked for rainbow themed cupcakes as one of her birthday desserts. …
This Greek Chicken Marinade with Potatoes recipe is a one pan meal that results in deliciously flavourful chicken and fluffy yet crisp potatoes. The flavours in this Greek Chicken Marinade with Potatoes are reminiscent of a souvlaki dinner, however the cooking method couldn’t be more …
Once marinated, these Tequila Lime Shrimp Tacos can be prepared in under 15 minutes and are the perfect quick lunch or dinner for all seafood lovers. Who doesn’t love tacos? Layers of delicious flavour, all wrapped up in a soft tortilla shell: perfection! Love of …
This Caramelized Peach Upside Down Cake has a lovely dense sponge texture and amazing flavour of caramelized sugar and fresh peaches. Fresh peaches are one of my absolute favourite fruit. During peach season my family consumes vast quantities of these beautiful juicy fruit. There are …
These simple appetizers are bursting with flavour. The tangy soft goat cheese is beautifully complimented by the woodsy mushrooms and lively fresh thyme. Wrapped up in buttery golden puff pastry, you’ll find it hard to only eat a few. I love hosting my friends and …
This Buttermilk Fried Chicken Burger has an amazing crispy breaded coating on the outside and tender juicy chicken on the inside. If you marinate in advance this dish can be ready in under 20 minutes! This chicken burger reminds me of my Bubbie (grandmother). Although …
The pistachios toasted nuttiness compliments the creaminess of the grated parmesan and crumbled feta, the brightness of the kale and basil, and the acidity of the lemon, while a good quality olive oil ties it all together. The first time I really enjoyed a true …