adoptedtomatoNot everyone loves raw oysters. This is shocking news to us Islanders, but it is true. My daughter is one of these anti-raw folks. So I was hunting for a way to make her indulge …
Baked Salmon Filets with White Wine sauce
For those of you who know my husband, you would be surprised to learn he’s taken up fishing over the last few years. What began as a work trip adventure has now become and annual …
Flourless Chocolate Cake
After scouring the world wide web for the perfect flourless chocolate cake recipe, I landed on this one. It is incredibly easy to make and seems to be consistently flawless with each new baking attempt. …
Mediterranean Turkey Burger
If you are looking for unique turkey burger to serve this summer I would suggest giving this one a try. Made with freshly ground turkey, sun-dried tomatoes, feta cheese, and a medley of herbs this …
Savoury Beer, Bacon, and Cheese Bread
If I had the choice of sweet vs. savoury I am choosing savoury every time. This delicious Beer, Bacon, and Cheese bread is a lovely savoury staple great for breakfast, lunch, or dinner. I serve …
Date Squares
A few months ago I travelled to Palm Springs and visited Shield’s Date Farm. As I toured the property and learned all about how dates are cultivated, I also discovered the “date shake.” Shields is …
Quick Mix Banana Bread
My mother’s Quick Mix recipe is one that I have shared on this site already. Banana bread created using this mix as a base is a quick and easy snack solution. The recipe could not …
Raspberry Peach Sangria
In the summer, I always look forward to a nice Sangria on the patio. The fruit combinations and wine variations are a lot of fun to try. I don’t even have a favourite combination. Red’s, …
Rhubarbarita
I found this fun little cocktail in the PDT cocktail book. Looking for a way to use my garden Rhubarb in a cocktail, this drink was the perfect discovery. A mixture of tequila, grand mariner, …
Elegant Grapefruit and Mint Salad
Breakfast is the most important meal of the day. Not only should we not skip it, instead we should be keeping things simple and healthy. This grapefruit salad is the perfect solution for a quick, …