Category Archives: Seasonal Favourites
Butternut Squash and Mascarpone Ravioli in Wonton Wrappers with Brown Butter, Crispy Sage Leaves and Shaved Parmesan
I have been feeling some trepidation about posting this recipe. You see, it has to do with the dumpling wrappers for the ravioli. I can imagine there are more than a few people out there (food purists and true Italians … Continue reading
Mushroom Lasagna with Radicchio and Rosemary
My trip to the Trout Lake Farmer’s Market this past Saturday morning was the highlight of the weekend. The weather was beautiful, both Max and Glen happily agreed to walk there with me, and once we arrived Glen even stood … Continue reading
Upside-Down Italian Prune Plum Cake
My neighbourhood in Vancouver is fondly known as “The Drive” and living just off of Commercial Drive has a number of culinary perks. For one, there are 19 coffee bars in the span of 22 blocks and so a very … Continue reading
White Bean and Swiss Chard Soup with Spiced Turkey Meatballs
It is once again the season for soup! I must confess that I am not a lover of soups in summer. Chilled cucumber soup, Vichyssoise, even gazpacho most often leave me… cold (sorry, bad pun). The soups that I love … Continue reading
My Favourite Lentils with Roasted Salmon and Spinach
I just made this for dinner last night and I am once again reminded of how much I love lentils. I know the title to this post should read “Roasted salmon with lentils and spinach” but to me, the lentils … Continue reading