Tabbouli Salad
Chef/co-owner Ami Hassan Falafel Place Mediterranean flavours ring clear in this refreshing chopped salad. The bulgar to parsley ratio in tabbouli typically varies according to personal taste. Ingredients 1/2 cup…
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Thai Chile Noodle Salad
Chef Andy Arjoon, Billabong Bar & Bistro This playful explosion of flavours tantalizes taste buds with opposing spicy and salty flavours; and hot and cool ingredients. Delicate quail eggs can…
Arugula Salad
Chef/owner Robin Maharaj, Deadfish Cafe and Lounge Sweet and savoury meet in this smoked cheddar and juicy watermelon arugula salad. Ingredients 1 avocado, diced 1/2 pink lady apple, diced 1/3…
Wild Mushroom and Gruyère Tartlets
Chef Neil Higginson, Fort Gibraltar Fresh from the oven, these rich and earthy, smooth and silky bites are a warm winter treat. Use a mèlange of mixed wild and button…
Caramelized Fennel Salad
Chef/owner Roy Huntrods, Spuntino Café Caramelizing fennel with maple syrup adds a sweet and nutty dimension to the licorice-flavoured bulb. Ingredients 2 medium-sized rounds of bocconcini cheese 2 Roma tomatoes…
Peru Meets Lake Winnipeg Ceviche
Chef Michael Day, Hermanos Loads of lime, freshly grilled corn and a punch of jalepeño and garlic brighten these bites. Serve with grilled pita chips for extra flair. INGREDIENTS 3…
Savoury Stuffed Figs
Chef Peter Long Maxime’s Each bite-sized parcel releases complementary tangy, sweet, and savoury flavours. Ingredients Balsamic Maple Reduction 1/2 cup Canadian maple syrup 3 Tbsp balsamic vinegar 1/2 oz orange…
Manila Clams with Grilled Portuguese Water Bread
Chef Shaun Ursell, Bonfire Bistro This garlicky broth is reminiscent of an Italian feast—use slices of crispy grilled bread to sop up the leftovers. Ingredients 1 Tbsp extra virgin olive…
Pan-Fried Pork Dumplings
Chef/owner Wei Quan Zhu, Logan Corner These crispy, golden packages represent good fortune and prosperity because of their resemblance to Chinese gold bars. Hint: to steam separate dishes in unison,…
Vegetable Bruschetta
Owner Dave Schultz Saucer's Café The classic Italian appetizer gets a winter-appropriate twist with heaps of roasted vegetables. A goat cheese spread adds tang to this substantial, comforting starter. Ingredients…
Hong Kong Lettuce Wrap
Chef/owner Lawrence Wararuk, Luxalune Gastropub Lest we forget that food is fun, these lettuce wraps serve as a tasty reminder. Sweet, yet savoury Asian sauces soak tender chicken, while crunchy…