Duck à l’Orange
The holiday season is in full swing & on my menu this year is a popular French duck dish: Duck à l’Orange! A roasted &…
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French Chestnut Soup
As the autumn weather arrives & the leaves begin to change colour, I always crave a warm bowl of homemade soup. This traditional French…
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Rosemary & Apple Tarte Tatin
The classic Tarte Tatin originated in the Centre-Val de Loire of France & is named after the Tatin sisters who created this dessert. At…
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Tarte à La Tomate
This vibrant & colourful tomato tart is so versatile for summer! It can be served straight from the oven as a seasonal & elegant…
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Strawberry Lemon Layer Cake
Well, I can’t think of a more fitting cake to celebrate May & all the beautiful the flowers in bloom! This cake features layers…
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Rack of Lamb with Herb Crust
A traditional main to serve for Easter is roasted lamb & this recipe is the perfect dish to make for any size celebration. An…
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Oeufs Mimosa with Smoked Salmon
Oeufs Mimosa also known as Devilled Eggs are a wonderful appetizer to celebrate the arrival of spring! This version is topped with smoked salmon…
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Brioche Bread Pudding with Maple Caramel Sauce
Growing up, bread pudding was one of my favourite desserts. As it wasn’t something my mom often made, seeing it on a dessert menu…
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Croque-Monsieur Breakfast Bake
Nothing says comfort more than a recipe loaded with gooey cheese & crispy French bread. This winter season I made my simple baked casserole…
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French Chocolate Mendiants
Happy holiday season! I am sharing a beautiful, yet (super) simple traditional French Christmas confection. There are almost no rules when it comes to…
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Pumpkin Cheesecake Bites
You didn’t think I’d go through the fall season without sharing at least one pumpkin spice recipe did you? After all, pumpkin spice season…
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Autumn Sweet Potato & Apple Salad
If you aren’t a salad person, this fall harvest salad will be sure to change your mind! It isn’t your average salad. It features…
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Peach & Blueberry Crisp
Is it really summer without a fresh fruit crisp? Some recipes are just worth turning on the oven for and this is definitely one…
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French-Style Roasted Strawberry Ice Cream
With the hot summer weather in full swing, I can’t think of a better way to cool down after a long day in the…
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Spinach and Mushroom Soufflé
A classic French dish to celebrate the arrival of warmer days! This recipe incorporates fresh spring spinach & hearty mushrooms. Although a souffle has…
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Carrot Cake Roll
A Carrot Cake for Easter celebrations is a must in my family! But with gatherings being much smaller this year, my classic three layer…
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Classic Tourtière
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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Bison Bourguignon
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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Chocolate Fudge Cake With Smoked Sea Salt
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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Pumpkin Cupcakes with Salted Caramel Buttercream
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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Autumn Squash, Pear + Ginger Potage
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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Heirloom Tomato + Gorgonzola Galettes de Sarrasin (Buckwheat Crepes)
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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Roasted Berry & White Chocolate Mousse
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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Roasted Ratatouille with Pearl Couscous
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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French Strawberry Rhubarb Cake
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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Spring Asparagus and Brie Tart
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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Blood Orange and Cardamom Mini Fluted Cakes
Happy Valentine’s, friends! I am so excited to share these pretty in pink mini fluted cakes with you. This year, I am shaking things…
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Root Vegetable Hachis Parmentier
On a cold winter night, it doesn’t get more comforting than this Hachis Parmentier featuring a beef & root vegetable stew as the base….
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Tarte salée à la ganache au chocolat
L’arrivée de l’hiver déclenche toujours un désir de chocolat, un remontant saisonnier contre le temps froid et venteux de cette période de l’année !…
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Salted Chocolate Ganache Tart
Along with winter comes a desire for chocolate. A seasonal pick-me-up from the cold and blustery weather this time of year! And, of course,…
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Eggnog Pots De Crème
Happy December! Tis the season for all things festive & when the holidays roll around, there is nothing I crave more than a tall…
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Winter Vegetable Tian with Walnut Salsa
A tian, technically speaking, is any casserole cooked in an earthenware vessel by the same name. But the term is more commonly used these…
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Wild Mushroom Cassoulet with Crispy Sage
Chanterelle and cremini mushrooms are cooked into a hearty ragout and baked with aromatic white beans and herbed bread crumbs in this vegan-friendly cassoulet. This recipe requires advanced preparation – soak the beans the night before. A 3.5 quart braiser pan makes a perfect baking vessel for the cassoulet, however, any oven proof casserole dish will work. If you have never made a bouquet garni, please visit this post.
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Pumpkin + Squash Gratin
As a fall enthusiast, let the cozy crisp days of fall begin! The start of October is my favourite time of year. It is…
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Potato Leek Soup with Salt & Vinegar Crispy Kale
When the thermometer dips, it means soup season is upon us. It’s the perfect time to have a pot of something delicious simmering away…
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Peach + Hazelnut Frangipane Tart
I know many of us are sad that summer is quickly coming to an end, but there is something to look forward to towards…
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Chocolate Cherry Sourdough Fougasse
When I was a wee one, I would have my mom cut off the crusts of my bread. Like most children, I wouldn’t even…
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Warm Haricots Verts & Fingerling Potato Salad
Summer is officially here & I couldn’t be more excited! The season of spontaneous road trips, endless fresh local produce & the best outdoor…
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Roasted Aubergine & Sun Dried Tomato Tagliatelle
Summer is just around the corner, and with it, all the fresh seasonal produce you could ever want. I look forward to this time…
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Steak frites
Steak frites, is a French classic. Ubiquitous on café and bistro menus it’s one of the first meals I seek out when I arrive…
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Strawberry Almond Clafoutis
Strawberry season is here! It is time to get out the fruit baskets & go strawberry picking at your local farms. I think strawberry…
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Roasted Blueberry Crepes
I think it is safe to say we are all ready for warmer spring days. As the winter slowly comes to an end, I…
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Spring-Inspired Pissaladière
This spring-inspired pissaladière puts a modern fresh spin on a classic French dish. It’s the best of both worlds.
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Homemade croissants? Yes you can!
Croissants. Golden, flaky, buttery, delicious. But not something you make at home, right? Actually, you might be surprised to hear that there’s a pretty…
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Provençal Soup [Soupe Au Pistou]
Early March denotes the changing of seasonal tides, the time when we’re all too tempted to believe the old saying, ‘spring is just around…
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Choux à la Crème with Blood Orange Whipped Cream
Nothing says I love you like a sweet treat from a loved one’s home kitchen. With Valentine’s day around the corner, seasonal Choux à…
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Stovetop Coq Au Vin
When the snow is falling outside, there is nothing better then cozying up in the kitchen & cooking a comforting meal. Coq Au Vin…
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Gingerbread Bûche de Noël
This season, I am sharing a modern twist on a French classic! The traditional Bûche de Noël is a Christmas dessert served in France, made…
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Apple, Cranberry & Sausage Stuffing
Because you can’t have turkey without stuffing, today I am sharing the recipe for an upscaled version of a classic. Canadian Thanksgiving is just…
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Poached Pears with Cinnamon & Cardamom
I am so excited for autumn! Cue: apples, pears, pumpkins, crisp leaves & ALL the cozy spices. When we think of spiced fall desserts,…
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