Pickle lovers rejoice! Refrigerator Dill Pickles are simple to make and taste just like store bought pickles. This easy refrigerator dill pickles recipe comes together in less than 10 minutes with no hot water baths or fancy canning tools required! Keep them in the fridge at least 24 hours, then serve on burgers, deli sandwiches, charcuterie boards, and pulled pork or BBQ Chicken Sandwiches. Refrigerator Dill Pickles I come from a long line of pickle lovers so I’m always looking for new food to pickle and new pickling methods. That’s how I stumbled onto refrigerator pickles. They’re qui ..read more

Homemade Rose Simple Syrup is a versatile and fragrant addition to any cocktail enthusiast’s bar cart. Made by infusing dried rose petals into sugar and water, this sweet syrup adds a delicate floral flavor to drinks like lemonade, iced tea, or cocktails. Bonus: Use this rose simple syrup recipe as a base for making floral syrups featuring other edible flowers. There are so many ways to use flavoured simple syrups… almost as many as there are ways to add flavour enhancers! From the mint syrup in a Mint Julep or Mojito Cocktail to the lime infused syrup that softens the ladyfingers in Strawber ..read more

Garlic Scape Chimichurri is a versatile condiment that adds a fresh and zesty kick to any dish. Made with garlic scapes, fresh herbs, vinegar, and olive oil, chimichurri is popular worldwide for its bright and zesty flavour profile. Use it as a sauce or marinade for grilled meats, a topping for roasted vegetables, a salad dressing, or as a dip for crusty bread. Speaking of fresh and zesty… did you know garlic scapes can replace garlic in almost every dish? I love to use them instead of garlic cloves or wild ramps to make pesto and they are also amazing chopped and pickled with dill as a tasty ..read more

Ramen Eggs are the perfect addition to any ramen or noodle bowl. All you need is a few key Japanese ingredients and at least 8 hours of marinating time to make your own perfectly jammy Ramen Eggs, or Ajitama, at home. The versatility of eggs is astounding. They can be the star of the show, or a best supporting actor in all varieties of sweet and savoury applications. This versatile protein is delicious in everything from simple Pickled Eggs and Japanese Egg Salad Sandwiches to rich Italian pasta and delicate French meringues. Disclosure: This post is made possible by Egg Farmers of Alber ..read more

Celebrate summer with this stunning Strawberry Charlotte Cake. Charlotte Aux Fraises is a no bake dessert consisting of a light and flavourful strawberry mousse encircled by a layer of softened ladyfingers. Simply style it with ripe red strawberries and edible flowers for an easy yet impressive grand finale. Strawberries are the (unofficial) quintessential harbinger of summer and I am thrilled to bring you yet another FAB strawberry recipe! BTW if you type ‘strawberry’ into the search bar (upper right corner) you’ll find a treasure trove of recipes featuring this summer berry. Quench your thi ..read more

Hawaiian Macaroni Salad, or ‘mac salad’ is the quintessential side dish served on plate lunches across the Hawaiian Islands. This iconic pasta salad is creamy and comforting, with soft noodles and oodles of mayonnaise. You can dress it up, or down. It’s up to you! Speaking of summery sides featuring pasta, no summer gathering is complete without a selection of easy recipes including Pesto Tortellini Salad. Or, go all out with this comforting Smoked Mac and Cheese. It’s an easy barbecue side dish, especially if the smoker is already going. Hawaiian Macaroni Salad Guys. This post is an example ..read more

Watermelon Mint Lemonade is a thirst quenching spin on the classic lemonade featuring lemon mint simple syrup, fresh watermelon and lemon juice. The stunning pink hue and refreshing lemon mint flavour makes it the perfect summer sipper. It’s so important to stay hydrated during the heat of summer and sometimes I need something more than ice water. Enter the amazing hydrating power of citrus fruit! Homemade Orangeade, lemonade, and Strawberry Limeade (with added coconut water!) really hit the spot and sometimes do double duty as cocktails. Watermelon Mint Lemonade This Watermelon Mint Lemonad ..read more

No one can resist baking and eating these delicious Raspberry Crumble Bars. This classic cookie bar features a buttery shortbread oat base and jammy middle dotted with even more golden baked oat crumble. Raspberry Jam isn’t just for toast anymore… whip up a small batch of homemade raspberry jam (or use store bought preserves) then layer it in between buttery oat shortbread crumble layers. The flavour is sweet and tart, like my Cranberry Bars but made with raspberry jam instead of cranberry sauce. Raspberry Crumble Bars Raspberry Crumble Bars are the perfect semi-homemade treats, made with ju ..read more

Looking for a fresh and flavourful salad to brighten up your day? This vibrant Goat Cheese Salad combines creamy goat cheese, juicy blueberries, and crisp mixed greens, all tossed together in a tangy-sweet dressing that’s sure to tantalize your taste buds. Speaking of tantalizing your taste buds, this goat cheese salad recipe would be the perfect addition to smoked meats of any kind but would be especially delicious with Smoked Chicken Thighs or even Air Fryer Barbecue Chicken Legs. Gorgeous Goat Cheese Salad Salads don’t have to be boring. In fact, it’s incredibly easy to make an interestin ..read more

Celebrate the classic spring flavours of tart rhubarb and sweet ripe strawberries in this simple yet sensational Rhubarb Strawberry Crisp. This post shows how easy it is to bake up a basic fruit crisp recipe the whole family will love.  The best way to use up all that rhubarb is to pair it with strawberries for the perfect ‘sweet and sour’ flavour combination. The classic flavour combination is delicious in everything from streusel topped muffins to ruby red homemade jam. Rhubarb Strawberry Crisp Strawberry Rhubarb Crisp is one of the very first desserts I learned how to make. So ..read more