homemade shawarma
Shawarma is a traditional Turkish dish (originating in the Ottoman Empire) in which the meat is slowly roasted on a spit, then shaved off and wrapped in pita bread. In Canada, especially in Nova Scotia, it’s called a donair. While donairs are topped with a sweet, tangy sauce, a shawarma is typically topped with tahini.…
smash burger tacos
The humble taco has been around for several centuries. Jump ahead to 2023 and smash burger tacos are a social media sensation. What the heck is a smash burger? Well, it turns out that in 2007 two guys decided to open a burger joint. The idea was to offer high-quality burgers (never-frozen beef) smashed on…
homemade taco seasoning
I’ll admit it’s been a very long time since I made tacos. It’s not something we eat regularly. The taco packets available in the grocery store contain too many additives for my liking (maltodextrin, silicon dioxide, and citric acid to name a few). However, I am all in when it comes to making my taco…
pistachio feta dip
Dips are one of the most accessible snacks to make (IMHO). This pistachio feta dip is easy and can be ready to enjoy in less than 15 minutes. When you have company over, dips are one of the first things your guests dig into. As much as I enjoy an ooey-gooey cheese dip, I also…
blueberry dump cake
If ever there was an award for a recipe with super low effort and delicious results, this blueberry dump cake would grab first place! I made this yesterday and let me tell you, it’s THE easiest cake you will ever make. With just four ingredients, it’s foolproof. Lately, it’s been circulating on social media but…
cruffin (croissant + muffin)
The other day Mr S and I were at our local coffee house. Typically, we order a cappuccino and sometimes add a sweet. My eyes wandered over the case of sweets and noticed an unusual name, cruffin. Intrigued, I ordered one. It was so light, flaky, and delicious. It turns out, a cruffin isn’t something…
baked paratha omelette
One of the areas I get food inspiration from is social media. The other day there was an IG story (very short clip) where this guy used paratha instead of puff pastry to make an Asian omelette. I love South Asian food and it seems forever since we’ve had any. For those not familiar with…
frozen raspberry parfait
When it comes to making easy desserts, I’m all in. A typical parfait consists of cream, eggs, and sugar (cooked like a custard) then layered with fruit and granola. It’s easily adapted to suit your own tastes. This parfait recipe wanders off the beaten path by using cottage cheese. Yes, you read correctly. Cottage cheese…
pasta al limone
If you enjoy a light and fresh pasta sauce, then this is a recipe for you! Pasta al limone is easy to make and by the time it takes for the pasta to cook, dinner is served. Combining lemon with pasta isn’t something new for yours truly. But, this is the first time I ever…
spicy greek feta dip (tirokafteri)
Feta is a staple in our kitchen; it’s so versatile. This whipped feta dip can be as hot and spicy as your taste buds can handle, or tone it down and omit the chili peppers. Either way, this creamy dip will be a hit at your next social gathering. As with most Greek dishes, recipes…
lemon paste
If you have heard of or used preserved lemons, then you are in for a treat! I use lemons on a regular basis but when I found out I could use the spent lemons to make lemon paste, I was all in. How to use it, you ask? Lemon paste can be added to marinades,…
brookies (brownie & cookie dough)
What do you get when you top a layer of brownie batter with a layer of chocolate chip cookie dough? Brookies! It was a creation by Jovon English. Her brookies are in the form of a cupcake. The marriage of these two desserts will satisfy any sweet tooth craving you have. And, to top it…
homemade ranch dressing
Hi there. It’s been a while since I last posted. Four weeks ago today I broke my wrist (dominant hand) or as the orthopedic surgeon so delicately said, “I obliterated it”. He said he’ll put it back together with a plate, screws, and protect it with a cast for six weeks. This has pretty much…