Lately, I have been working hard – evenings, weekends, and getting up early in the morning. The harder that I seem to work, the larger the work has become, and I feel like things fall through the cracks, especially at work. I have been known to be tired and/or grumpy. I’m also a teeny, weeny…
Beef Wellington is one of those dishes that tends to intimidate most people. It is one of Gordon Ramsey’s signature dishes. These little beef Wellingtons are much easier to make than the large ones. They also look incredibly elegant and are perfect for a dinner party. They can be made ahead of time and then just…
These puff pastry spirals are my go-to appetizer for company. I serve them right out of the oven when the cheese is still a little gooey, and the puff pastry melts in your mouth. They’re super easy, and you can fill them with whatever you have on hand. The ones below are made with Manchego,…
My family loves roast chicken. Crispy skin, juicy chicken, the smell infusing the entire house. To me, there is nothing better for Sunday evening dinner, especially on a cold, damp December day. The only issue with making an entire roast chicken is that it takes a while to make. When you’re running around shopping for…
There’s nothing like a vegetarian dish that satisfies the need for veggies and also the most ardent carnivores. These mushrooms are as good as steak and have all the flavours of a bistro steak dinner: blue cheesy goodness, meaty portabella mushrooms, wilted spinach and a tangy balsamic glaze. You’ll completely forget that you aren’t eating any…
