Chorizo Shrimp
Chef/owner Steve Kandilakis, Steve's Bistro Olive oil, white wine and feta give a tangy kick to this succulently smoky pairing of shrimp and sausage. Ingredients 3 1/2 Tbsp olive oil…
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Pit Beans
Chef Roger LeBleu, Lovey's BBQ and Smokehouse Baked beans get a southwestern twist thanks to an intriguing mix of sweet and spicy. Ingredients 1 medium onion, diced 1 green pepper,…
Truffle Cheese Fondue
Chef Jocelyn Harron, The Melting Pot Fondue goes gourmet with Bothwell’s truffle cheese as a base. A fresh baguette or sliced veggies contrasts with this recipe’s natural saltiness. Ingredients 1/4…
Plantains with Provolone and Guava
Chef Dario Pineda-Gutierrez, Café Dario An unusual combination of sweet fruit and salty cheese, this dessert is similar to a traditional Colombian snack. Chef Dario picks up guava paste at…
Deluxe Bruschetta
Chef Pasquale Greco, Paradise Restaurant This hefty version is fully loaded with fresh toppings punched up with bold garlicky flavour. Ingredients 1/2 cup black olives, chopped 1 tomato, diced 1…
Mussels Marinara
Chef Michele Di Fonte Monticchio Spice and garlic awaken taste buds in this super smooth tomato-based sauce. Ingredients 2 lb mussels 1 1/2 cups tomato sauce 2 Tbsp olive oil…
Scampi with Walnut Focaccia
Chef Grant Mitchell, Nicolino’s Freshly-baked bread is a perfect dipper for this dish’s delicate broth. Scale up the serving size to turn this into a light entrée. White beans can…
Trappist Cheese Soufflé
Chef Bernard Mirlycourtois, Mirlycourtois A classic French creation is given a twist with the earthy flavour of Trappist cheese. Serve this sunny yellow dish piping from the oven. Ingredients 1/4…
Roasted Carrot Salad
Chef Tristan Foucault, Peasant Cookery Creamy, cool yogurt calms the dominant sweet taste of this earthy, fall salad livened up with a sprinkling of cilantro. Ingredients 12 large carrots…
Deep-Fried Tom Kah Chicken Dumplings
Chef Pongtron Pongsumana One Night in Bangkok The viscous filling inside these crispy wrappers bursts with rich coconut flavour. Serve with sweet and sour sauce. Ingredients 2 Tbsp oil 2…
Steak Tartare
Chef Tristan Foucault, Peasant Cookery With a little careful trimming, this revered primal delight is entirely achievable at home. Ingredients 3 shallots, sliced thin rounds flour oil for frying 1.5…