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…
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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…
Hummus with Toasted Garlic Pita Chips
Chef/owner Wendy Murray, The Underground Café Simple ingredients and little effort yield this hummus a perfect balance of bright citrus and garlicky goodness. Making toasted chips is a great way…
Tuna Carpaccio
Chef/owner Arnaldo Carreira, Orlando's Seafood Grill For a refreshing first course, these fine morsels of tuna practically melt on the tongue with light, savoury finish. Ingredients 12 oz tuna steak…
Goat Cheese Parcels with Red Onion Compote
Chef Darryl Riddle Le Garage Café Each golden flake of these crispy parcels is complemented with creamy, tangy goat cheese and glass-like slices of caramelized red onion. Ingredients Red Onion…
Beef Fatire
Chef Rami Aboumrad, Baraka Pita Bakery & Mediterranean Deli Seven spice powder can be purchased at Halal Meat Centre (206 Maryland St, 774-8095) or Superstore. Set off the subtle spices…
Sweety Beety Cones
Chef Cho Venevongsa, Wasabi on Broadway Earthy prairie beets get a creamy fresh twist in these handheld cones. Visit Lucky Supermarket for soy sheets, pickled ginger and sweet seaweed sprinkles.…