Category Archives: Vegetarian

A Big Pot of Ribollita

I would by lying if I said I wasn’t glad to see the end of this month of January. I usually love the beginning of a new year. A fresh start, a laundry list of resolutions, looking forward. But sometimes, … Continue reading

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Wild Mushrooms on Brioche Crostini – Day 12 of the 12 Days of Canapés – 2012

Happy New Year’s Eve! A huge, heartfelt thank you to everyone who stopped by here over the last year! Thank you for your comments and good wishes, thanks to those who booked a class with us, or signed up for … Continue reading

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Pear and Gorgonzola Tart with Walnuts, Honey and Fresh Rosemary – Day 11 of the 12 Days of Canapés – 2012

I wanted to post one more recipe before we leave Mexico and head back to our busy lives in frosty Vancouver. While I know I am going to very much miss the warm weather and slow pace of my days … Continue reading

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Fried Ricotta with a Little Tomato Salad

Lately, I’ve become a bit obsessed with making ricotta cheese. You see, every week I get a couple of litres of milk. Raw milk actually and while much of it is consumed in morning coffees or with cereal or by … Continue reading

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Mediterranean Salad with Marinated Radishes and Mint on Grilled Bread

Back with a recipe at last. This one is perfect for these last, long, lazy days of summer with all the amazing tomatoes from the Farmer’s Market and the profusion of mint that is growing in the garden. When I … Continue reading

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Swiss Chard Tart with Goat Cheese and a Pine Nut, Currant and Parsley Relish

I’ve been spending plenty of time in the garden over the past week. What a joy! Last year, with our move to Miami and all the planning and packing it involved, my poor garden got very little attention. I would … Continue reading

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Celery and Fennel Salad with Medjool Dates and Parmesan Cheese

I am leaving today for Holland. At 4 pm actually and, as usual, I still have to pack my bag and get myself organized for the trip. Some things never change. I will be back in just over a week … Continue reading

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Lunch for One – Harissa Chickpeas with Sautéed Bitter Greens and a Fried Egg

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