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Marcella DiLonardo

Marcella DiLonardo is a recipe developer, food stylist & photographer from Toronto, Canada. She is the author of the cookbook "Bake The Seasons" & creator of the lifestyle blog "Hey Modest Marce".

Classic Tourtière

By Marcella DiLonardo

As the cold winter season continues to linger & temperatures reach well into the negatives, a Tourtière is just the comforting recipe we all…

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From the Oven, RecipesFebruary 24, 2021

Bison Bourguignon

By Marcella DiLonardo

With the cold & snowy January weather upon us, there is nothing more comforting than a hearty winter stew. This recipe is a simplified…

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Main Course, Recipes, Wine IdeasJanuary 14, 2021

Chocolate Fudge Cake With Smoked Sea Salt

By Marcella DiLonardo

Happy holidays! Who is ready to dive head first into this decadent chocolate fudge cake? It features a dark chocolate ganache frosting & a…

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Desserts, RecipesDecember 17, 2020

Pumpkin Cupcakes with Salted Caramel Buttercream

By Marcella DiLonardo

Because it isn’t October without a little pumpkin spice (or in my case a lot of pumpkin spice), this recipe celebrates my favourite seasonal…

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Desserts, RecipesOctober 27, 2020

Autumn Squash, Pear + Ginger Potage

By Marcella DiLonardo

Autumn is here! I wait all year for the start of my favourite season. Just the sight of squash & pumpkins at the market…

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RecipesOctober 1, 2020

Heirloom Tomato + Gorgonzola Galettes de Sarrasin (Buckwheat Crepes)

By Marcella DiLonardo

A Galette de Sarrasin, also known as a Buckwheat Crepe is a savoury style pancake. Unlike a traditional sweet crepe, the batter is made…

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Recipes, The ClassicsAugust 21, 2020

Roasted Berry & White Chocolate Mousse

By Marcella DiLonardo

July marks the start of Ontario’s summer berry season! Arguably the best part of summer living in the Niagara Region, surrounded by endless pick-your-own-fruit…

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Desserts, RecipesJuly 21, 2020

Roasted Ratatouille with Pearl Couscous

By Marcella DiLonardo

Hello summer! The season to enjoy endless dinners & drinks on the patio. Something about eating outdoors just makes things taste that much better….

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From the Oven, RecipesJune 11, 2020

French Strawberry Rhubarb Cake

By Marcella DiLonardo

Hello May! We are entering (arguably) one of the most beautiful seasons of the year in Ontario: Cherry Blossom & Magnolia season. Although everything…

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Desserts, Recipes, The ClassicsMay 8, 2020

Spring Asparagus and Brie Tart

By Marcella DiLonardo

After a long (long) winter, spring is finally here! I can hear the birds chirping away as the garden begins to bloom. One of…

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From the Oven, RecipesMarch 20, 2020
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