Yes, I know, it’s that time of year when the days are getting shorter (heck we lost 16 minutes from last week until now……sunset tonight at 20:02!) and the evenings are definitely cooling down. This gorgeous soup, ready in 35 minutes, makes good use of left over chicken and will leave you feeling satiated and…

I love the meaty and dense texture of tuna. It’s an excellent source of protein, loaded in minerals and vitamins and a rich source of the omega-3 essential fats. Omega-3 helps reduce inflammation and helps improve the ratio of good (HDL) cholesterol to potentially harmful (LDL) cholesterol.  Serves 4recipe adapted from All Recipesprint this recipe…

Sweet potatoes can be served as savory or sweet dish, and go well with cinnamon, honey, lime, ginger, coconut and nutmeg. They’re great in baked desserts, quick breads, puddings and custards, casseroles, stews or croquettes. Sweet potatoes are an excellent source of vitamin A and a good source of potassium and vitamin C, B6, riboflavin,…

While we were on our way to the fish counter at the grocery store, my husband and I spotted rainbow trout fillets. It’s been a very long time since I ate trout and we both decided to buy them over the salmon fillets.  Rainbow trout (member of the salmon family) is native only to the…

Carpaccio typically refers to raw meat or fish that has been either sliced thinly or pounded thin and served as an appetizer.  However, fruits and vegetables can also be included.  Zucchini is a good source of manganese (helps to keep bones strong and healthy) and vitamin C along with magnesium, vitamin A, potassium, copper and…

Meals that are ready in half an hour always get my vote! You can have the sauce ready in the time it takes to cook the pasta. Serve with a side salad of mixed greens.  Chives have high levels of vitamin C and A and essential minerals such as potassium, calcium, folic acid. They are…

Kebab meat is traditionally lamb but other meats such as chicken, pork, fish, seafood, vegetables etc. can also be used. Kebabs can be prepared in advance, allowing more time for you to spend with family and friends. They can be grilled, broiled or baked. If you don’t have a barbecue, you might want to consider…

This Gazpacho is a delightful twist on the traditional Spanish tomato-based soup. An easy starter that takes little effort to prepare. Mangos have been around for over 4,000 years and are a good source of vitamin C, vitamin A, vitamin E and dietary fibre. Serves 4 to 6recipe adapted from Yum Food & Fun magazineprint…

In my house, everyone loves food from all corners of the world but Chinese food has to be an all time favorite. The food in most Chinese dishes is prepared in bite-sized pieces, ready for direct picking up and eating. Traditional Chinese cuisine is also based on opposites (yin and yang) whereby hot balances cold,…

I love it when most of the ingredients used to prepare a meal helps to support the local community. Whenever I can, I buy locally as well as produce from other provinces. I read The 100-Mile Diet a while ago where the authors decided to embark on a year long journey of only buying food…

Fresh peaches from Ontario are now available in the Maritimes and when the peaches first arrive, the grocery stores can’t keep them on the shelves. Only Ontario and British Columbia are capable of large-scale commercial production of tender fruit (peaches and nectarines, pears, sweet and sour cherries, plums and apricots). Peaches originated in China as…

This is a super easy appetizer to make and so delicious to eat!! Scallops have a delicately mild sweet flavor and are enjoyed by even those who are not fond of fish or other shellfish. If you have never tried one before, you are in for a whole new world of happy!  Scallops are a…