Harissa Potatoes
What’s not to love about oven roasted potatoes? Tender on the inside, crispy on the outside. These harissa potatoes are all that and more....
Minestrone Soup with Rice and White Beans
EIt’s about time I added a traditional minestrone soup recipe to this blog. Minestrone is a hearty Italian vegetable soup made with a tomato-y...
Pasta with Fresh Tomatoes, Anchovies, Capers & Olives
Pasta with fresh tomatoes is one of those simple yet healthy pasta recipes that never goes out of style. The secret? Sweet, ripe summer...
Bolognese with Lentils and Salsiccia
Oh this is a very tasty dish! Bolognese with lentils and salsiccia makes for a deliciously rich pasta bolognese with layer and layers of...
Peach Panzenella Salad
This Italian Peach Panzanella Bread Salad recipe is the ultimate summer salad. Unlike the original Tuscan recipe, which involves soaking stale bread, this version...
Baked Penne with Mushrooms & Spinach
This baked penne with mushrooms and spinach is the ultimate comfort food—cheesy, hearty, and packed with flavour. A rich tomato sauce, tender mushrooms, and...
Whole Wheat Oatmeal Waffles with Buttermilk
Come fall and I'm in love with hot tasty whole wheat oatmeal waffles! So why is it fall waffle time? No idea. Perhaps because...
Classic Caesar Salad with Roasted Chicken
This classic caesar salad with romaine lettuce, radicchio (for a pop of color) homemade croutons, Parmesan cheese, and rotisserie chicken is tossed with delicious...
Simple Oat Pancakes (High-Protein Recipe)
These Simple Oat Pancakes are fluffy, wholesome, and naturally high in protein thanks to cottage cheese, Greek yoghurt (or Skyr), and eggs. With just a handful...
Ginger-Orange Beef Stir-Fry
In my 20’s I didn’t eat red meat at all, just the occasional chicken breast and a whole lot of fish. Being a “Westcoast...
Asian Glass Noodle Salad (vegan)
Asian Glass Noodle Salad — quick, easy and delicious! This vermicelli noodle salad is made with fresh veggies (Chinese cabbage, snow peas, carrots, and...
Pumpkin Soup with Curry and Coconut Milk
Warm and comforting, this pumpkin soup with curry and coconut milk encompasses the essence of fall. A pumpkin soup can of course can go...
Savoy Cabbage Soup with Grünkern
Savoy Cabbage Soup with Grünkern. Okay, this soup is not going to sell itself. But let me say this... if any cabbage soup is...
Zurich Ragout (Zürcher Geschnetzeltes) with Turkey
Zurich Ragout—or Zürcher Geschnetzeltes in German–is is a typical Swiss dish. In my version, this simple ragout or stew recipe is made with thinly...
Salmon Patties (Homemade Fish Cakes)
These easy salmon patties, sometimes called salmon cakes, are a delicious and fuss-free option for busy weeknights. Made with fresh salmon, breadcrumbs, herbs, and a spoonful...
Mediterranean Bean Salad with Roasted Peppers
This Mediterranean Bean Salad with chickpeas and white beans is packed with fresh tasting flavours – thanks to market fresh vegetables and herbs, plus...
Bulgur Salad with Fresh Herbs and Lemon
This vibrant and incredibly flavourful bulgur salad with fresh herbs is everything you want in a simple summer dish. It’s a beautiful, outrageously delicious,...
Roasted Rutabaga Salad with Quinoa
Roasted Rutabaga Salad with Quinoa — the humble rutabaga might just be the most underrated winter vegetable out there. Most of us are left...
Quinoa Salad with Za’atar, Herbs & Pistachio
This quinoa salad with za’atar is so flavorful. Inspired by Middle Eastern cuisine this quinoa salad is made with lots of herbs (not unlike...
Tortilla Española (Spanish Potato Frittata) with Sweet Red Pepper
Tortilla Española (also known as Spanish Omelette) couldn’t be easier to prepare! Sliced potatoes and onions are fried in plenty of olive oil, then...




















