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Zucchini season is definitely here! The stores are full of it and it 's pretty cheap so I picked up a lot of it with the plan to start o...

The other day I was discussing okra with a friend. He’s not usually a fan and thinks it mucks up the plate whenever it makes an appearance. ...

Of all the great meals that I had on my vacation in Greece a few years ago perhaps the most memorable one was the chicken gyros from a small...

 I decided to try some home made quesadillas, this is always a dish that I do enjoy when out with friends and just want a quick bite that is...

This creamy and smooth guacamole dip comes together quickly and is a delicious summer snack or appetizer! During the summer we entertain qui...

The other day I was craving some tender slowly braised beef barbacoa and since it's so easy to make in the slow cooker I whipped up a b...

Soft on the inside and crispy on the outside, these salty little pretzel bites are  the perfect treat  for kids and adults of all ages!  I&#...

Hummus has to be one of my favourite foods! I mean, in addition to being super easy to make, it's so nice and light, creamy, tasty and...

I have been seeing something called "banging shrimp" or "bang-bang shrimp" on pinterest which is essentially grilled shr...

One of my absolute favourite things to do with asparagus is to make crispy baked asparagus fries , where the asparagus spears are coated in ...

 Tangy, sweet, and a little spicy, this pimento cheese spread is great on everything from crackers to veggies and is perfect for your next g...

Today I have a new salad recipe for you, a sushi themed salad with sesame crusted seared ahi tuna! This salad was inspired by the flavours ...

Happy Cinco de Mayo! For Cinco de mayo I had to make a batch of one of my favourite Mexican dishes, guacamole, and I figured that I would ta...

Refried beans are cooked and mashed beans that are a staple in Mexican and Tex-Mex cuisine that can be served as a side dish, condiment, di...

After enjoying the chipotle lime salmon with avocado salsa as a light and healthy meal by themselves I could not help but think that the l...

Its been a while since I have added a side dish recipe to go along with some of the main entrees I have posted, I figured a side dish that i...

Lately I have found myself thinking a lot about Cinco de Mayo so I figured that I might as well get an early start and this chunky avocado s...

While it may still be chilly and cold, I love this time of year, as the promise of spring is so close. Dreaming of wildflowers and warmer we...

Next week is Mardi Gras and even though I will not be in New Orleans to celebrate, I take it as an excuse to whip up some NOLA inspired dis...

Valentine's Day is this weekend and I have been testing out some new recipes for that special day and since oysters are a common food ...