The Greyhound drink is a cocktail that’s been around since at least the 1930s. It’s typically just a simple grapefruit juice and vodka combination. It’s citrus season, and I am loving the grapefruit, especially the beautiful tart-sweet pink ones. When I had the idea for this cocktail, I had no idea that it had aRead more
This Ginger Blueberry Martini is a pretty and refreshing cocktail for a hot day, (or a steamy night). I have a lot of fresh, local BC blueberries, and a cold, fruity cocktail is just the thing for a warm summer night on the patio. Blueberries and ginger have a great flavour affinity, and they were perfect togetherRead more
This kiwi, banana & hemp smoothie is one of the ways that I start my day off with a smoothie every morning. I don’t usually write about them because smoothies are not really recipes, right? And first thing in the morning, I just want to chug back that smoothie and start my day, so takingRead more
These saucy Baked Sweet and Sour Meatballs are an easy and delicious dinner time favourite. I remember having these growing up, and they were always called “Hawaiian meatballs”. But, I’ve been to Hawaii several times and have never seen this on a menu there. So it all had to do with the pineapple, I’mRead more
This Jamaican Pumpkin Soup makes me think of the Caribbean. When we visited Jamaica, we got to eat a delicious and authentic pumpkin soup. And the memory of it is prompted whenever it’s pumpkin season here. That soup was velvety smooth, with the flavours of coconut, ginger, and nutmeg. There was a hint of both orange and limeRead more
When it’s cold outside, we love to warm up with this Sweet Potato Chickpea Curry. This vegetarian curry is simmered in coconut milk and the aromatic spice of cumin, turmeric, and garam masala. It’s also an easy, one pan meal, something I always love. Garam Masala vs Curry Powder Garam masala is not the sameRead more