You want to spend Valentine’s Day cuddling with your sweetie, not creating a big mess in the Kitchen, creating a big fancy dinner. But, at the same time, you want Supper (the prelude to an evening of fun?) to be special, even memorable, but not too heavy or filling. Here’s what I make…Read More →
This is one of my favourite Soups and a go-to when I have a houseful of guests coming. Makes the perfect first course for a Formal Family Feast! It takes a little time and patience, but the result is definitely worth it. And the main ingredient, Onions, are among the cheapest veggies you can buy!Read More →
We’ve recently looked at Mexican Flour Tortillas, where authenticity demands adherence to a number of ancient and immutable techniques. Not that the ingredients are exotic or the skills required are difficult at all. Now, We’re going to see what it takes to make Corn Tortillas…Read More →
I love Flat Breads of all kinds, especially those with old, traditional origins. Call me old school, but I prefer Indian Naan Bread or Mexican Flour Tortillas over relative newcomers such as Pizza Crust. And I love to make my own, even if it does mean a little time and effort. That’s why I go big and freeze lots!Read More →
Here’s a super-simple recipe that opens the door to a multitude of Asian treats. Making your own Dumpling Wrappers let’s you be the master of your own Dim Sum and build a reputation as a culinary wizard. What’s even better, they let you hide leftovers creatively and they’re almost free!Read More →
Some of the time, I am a Chef de Cuisine, preparing catering orders, practicing as a Private Chef and teaching others my craft. But all the time, I am a home-cook (with some added skills). I’m just saying, I usually cook for my family, just like you do. And I’m not always ‘inspired’…Read More →
You’ve had ’em om just about every buffet table you’ve ever grazed. They seem to turn up everywhere – even at ethnic restaurants – as cold-table staples. You can dress them up as much as you like, or go Spartan, with just a perfect Egg White cup filled with a puff of light, golden, spicy Yolk…Read More →
It’s an Indian classic that has taken Western cuisine by storm! You can usaoe it for everything from a scoop for savoury Asian Stews to a personal Pizza Crust.And it’s a lot easier to make than you might think. Heck, Indian cooks in small villages have baked it in clay ovens for thousands of years!Read More →