Goldfish crackers were a tremendous component of my childhood, and I would wager that a lot of people can relate to this. Goldfish crackers seem to be a major hit amongst children and adults for that matter – I still enjoy them today, although perhaps not as often as I did when I was a … More Goldfish … but vanilla cupcake flavour?
If you’re Hungarian, you have almost definitely sampled goulash at some point or another. If you’re Hungarian and you haven’t yet had the privilege of trying goulash, do your heritage a favour and go and get your hands on some. Goulash is not specific to Hungary, but there is a difference between traditional goulash and … More Let’s make Hungarian Goulash
Over the weekend, Blaine and I went to The Keg to celebrate our second wedding anniversary. We had a nice dinner and we both enjoy The Keg anytime we visit; we only go for special occasions and celebrations, and we figured it would be a great choice for our anniversary. We both had steak, and … More The ultimate satisfaction of reaping what you sow
I don’t visit the Keg too often – normally only for special occasions and celebrations, not so much for casual dining. Blaine and I recently went to The Keg to celebrate our wedding anniversary that recently passed, and like any other time I dine at The Keg, I thoroughly enjoyed their mashed potatoes. Weirdly, I’m … More Here’s how to make The Keg’s mashed potatoes at home
Following yesterday’s post, I figure it only appropriate to provide all of you with a tasty recipe to whip up some homemade Salsa Verde using, of course, the beloved tomatillo. If you’re a bit late to the blog game, feel free to read yesterday’s post discussing tomatillos, how they’re used, and their flavour profile. I … More Let’s make Salsa Verde
My family and I have always loved Mexican food, and I believe our appreciation for it stems from our temporary foreign migrant workers who assist us on our farm annually. Our workers come from Mexico, and they’ve been working on our farm for longer than I’ve been alive; our one worker, Salome, has been with … More If you’ve never tasted tomatillos, consider this your sign
If you happen to be a resident of Southern Ontario, I do not need to inform you of how damn hot it has been as of late. Back in May, we experienced a week of blazing heat, only for that to be followed by unusually cool weather for June. Apparently, Mother Nature was allowing her … More Here’s what to make when it’s too hot to cook
For Father’s Day this past Sunday, my dad made one small request to our family to celebrate – to go out for dinner, together, and to enjoy some Mexican food. My Dad had a specific spot in mind, and while he had tried their takeout once prior, none of us had yet had the pleasure … More You need to visit Lily’s Tacos in Simcoe
I feel as though the Italians may come for me with this post, and I wouldn’t really blame them. There has been a debate in existence for quite some time now about whether or not pineapple is an acceptable pizza topping; personally, I don’t like pineapple on pizza because I don’t like pineapple itself, but … More Peaches and bacon … on pizza?
I drink enough water to rival a fish, and that is not an exaggeration. Sometimes I actually can’t really believe how much water I throw down the gullet in a given day, but I haven’t spawned gills or fins as of late, so I think I’m in the clear. Believe me or not, but I … More Finding mould in your water bottle? Read this
This might be a bizarre assertion, but as of late, I’ve really been enjoying sandwiches. That is not to say I didn’t like sandwiches before recently; I’ve always enjoyed them, but I think for a while I was entirely unaware of how fucking great sandwiches can be in terms of their versatility. I was also … More Let’s make club sandwiches
My sweet tooth and I became acquainted at quite an early age. I’m pretty sure I’ve liked chocolate since the moment I could stomach it, and I don’t expect my love for it to waver anytime soon. Believe me or not, but I swear the following information is true: according to my parents seeing as … More Craving something sweet? Read this
I’ve come to realize that I thoroughly enjoy mixing food items together. I understand that sentence may sound a bit stupid without any context, so hear me out. I know several folks who cannot stomach (no pun intended) the idea of separate food items touching or mixing, to the point their different types of foods, … More Croissants + beef + nachos = dinner tonight
In the rare case I haven’t yet mentioned this here on my blog, I will now, and proudly so; Blaine, my husband, is a beef farmer, and a damn great one at that. I thought I would use this post as an opportunity to discuss how phenomenal he is with raising beef cattle for consumption, … More Perks of being married to a cattle farmer
I’ve said it before and I shall say it again – casseroles have certainly garnered a rather shitty reputation in the culinary world, and I cannot understand why. I could understand someone pulling their nose up at a casserole if they, in the past, had a poor experience with one; however, most folks I meet … More Burrito casserole? Yes, please
Beer is not exactly the initial thought that comes to mind when I contemplate bread, but hey, I firmly believe in abstaining from knocking on something until you’ve tried it. You never know what you could be missing out on by pulling your nose up toward something foreign. I was scrolling through some recipes via … More Let’s make some … beer bread?
My mom, sister and I recently had a conversation about water. Riveting stuff, I know. My sister, me, and my dad all drink ridiculous volumes of water. I probably drink two to three gallons a day, my sister more, and my dad is usually about level with my consumption. My mom, on the other hand, … More Bored of water? Try these tricks to jazz it up
I’m a little ashamed to admit that I was quite late getting around to engaging in the General Tso’s Chicken game in the context of Western Chinese food up until quite recently. I’ve always had my favourites when it comes to Western versions of Chinese food; chicken balls, chow mein, almond soo guy and egg … More Homemade General Tso’s Chicken: a must-try
I don’t mind donuts, but they’ve never been a personal favourite. I much prefer other sorts of pastries to donuts, for example, cookies or cupcakes, to name a couple, and while I have sampled some over the years that were decent, I’m just not a huge donut gal. My sister would throat-punch me if she … More President’s Choice Flake Outs croissant donuts: are they worth buying?
I was first introduced to Lebanese cuisine when I wasn’t yet a teenager. The circumstances surrounding my introduction to this fabulous cuisine weren’t ideal; my mom was going for chemotherapy treatments and was continually encountering issues with parking at the hospital. One day, she went into a Lebanese restaurant that was within close vicinity of … More Here’s how to make a wicked Tabbouleh salad
Seeing as yesterday’s post involved a detailed discussion about foil packet meals, I deemed it only appropriate to share a recipe for a foil packet creation with all of you. As I mentioned in yesterday’s post, the flavour combinations and possibilities are borderline endless when it comes to foil packet dinners, and they’re handy as … More Let’s make Potato-Sausage Foil Packs
When I was about 12, I entered my culinary era in life; I was captivated by food and cooking and was absolutely certain that I wanted to be a chef. Obviously, plans changed, but I am quite grateful that food became such an avid interest of mine at a young age. It proved to be … More In a pinch for dinner? Make some foil packets
Coffee is one source of tremendous joy for me in my own life. I love the stuff, I drink far too much of it, and I have been for years now. Do I plan on changing my ways anytime soon? No, I do not. I was a little curious, however, when I heard something about … More Is your coffee causing you stress?
In accordance with my observations thus far, Chinese food is a cuisine that quite literally appeals to just about everyone. I should clarify that when I say Chinese food, I’m referring to the Northern American version of it as opposed to authentic Chinese food; whether it be chicken balls, fried rice, egg rolls, or chow … More How about some Steak Fried Rice for dinner tonight?
When it comes to breakfast, I’m most certainly game; I, like most people, I imagine, love breakfast foods, and I have no issue eating foods that are normally associated with breakfast for other meals throughout the day. My husband and I love having breaky for dinner, and while we both thoroughly enjoy our typical fried … More Let’s make breakfast burgers
When it comes to steak, I think most of us have a preference of some sort. Whether it be its ‘doneness’, spices used for a rub, the type of grill you use or the cut of the steaks themselves, we all have our preferences, and there is nothing wrong with that. I’m a bit odd … More How do you dress your steak?
I have always absolutely loved Asian cuisine and the incredible flavours that are often incorporated into dishes. There is something so deeply satisfying about indulging in a meal in which you can actually taste the freshness and quality of the ingredients, and Asian cuisine is no exception to this experience. Asian cuisine may be perceived … More Serve this grilled shrimp and noodle salad at your next dinner party
When I took a package of bacon out of my freezer to thaw a couple of days ago, I wasn’t entirely certain, at the time, what I was going to do with it. Obviously, my plan was to consume said bacon, but I hadn’t yet determined how I was going to prepare the bacon, and … More Let’s make Lauren’s bacon pasta
Mocktails seem to be gaining some much-deserved attention as of late. In case you’re unfamiliar with the term, mocktail refers to an alcohol-free version of the common cocktail, and you can be pretty creative with their variations. Mocktails are a fantastic option for people who don’t drink alcohol, and with warmer weather approaching, I thought … More Let’s make some mocktails
A few days ago, I was fortunate enough to meet a friend for coffee who I don’t have the pleasure of seeing nearly as often as I would like. She and I have known each other our entire lives and grew up together; she is actually the reason I started playing rugby, and that is … More Have you visited Pies and Tarts from the Heart?
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