Kale & Shallot Phyllo Pizza

Finished Kale and Shallot Phyllo Pizza

This Kale & Shallot Phyllo Pizza is a unique twist on pizza using fresh produce. I handle 1000’s of pounds of fresh produce every week. It is a food lovers dream and I am loving my job. It has inspired my use of fresh fruits and vegetables even more then I thought possible. My greatest…

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A Taste of Barrhead

I had the pleasure of attending the second Taste of Barrhead this afternoon. Hosted by the Barrhead & District Chamber of Commerce, it was an opportunity for local businesses, churches and community groups to gather and present foods from the various countries around the world. From the moment I pulled up to the school I was…

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Lentil Mushroom Pate

This Lentil Mushroom Pate has incredible flavour featuring Canadian Lentils. Looking for an interesting appetizer for the Canadian Lentils contest I wanted to do something very different. The earthiness of mushrooms seemed like a natural paring with lentils, some shallots garlic and thyme with a hit of lemon was the perfect balance. It felt like…

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Quinoa Salad with Preserved Lemon

This Quinoa Salad with Preserved Lemon is simple to make and showcases incredible flavour. Earlier this year I made a few jars of preserved lemons and limes. Looking for a way to use some of my preserved citrus I thought a salad was in order. I love quinoa and knew that would be the perfect…

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Sweet Curry Roasted Pistachios

sweet curry roasted pistachios

These Sweet Curry Roasted Pistachios will become your next go to snack. A New Twist on Snacking If you are looking for a unique twist on a snacking idea look no further. The sweet and savory touches of these pistachios are outstanding! Really they are like nothing I have tired before. I have always been…

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