Frangelico Panna Cotta with poached Figs

3 gelatine sheets ½ cup + 2 tbsp (150mL) homogenized milk 1 cup (250mL) whole cream ¼ cup (60mL) white sugar ½ vanilla bean, split lengthwise. 1 lime, zested 2 ¼ oz (80mL) Frangelico liqueur ¾ cup + 2 tbsp (200mL) whole cream, whipped to firm peaks Poached Figs 1 …

Holiday Essence

Holiday Essence-courtesy Risposta Bistro, Campbellville 5oz David Rocco “Dolce Vita” Extra Dry Prosecco1oz Mount Gay Rum 1oz fresh lime juice1  tbsp elderberry jam For the Eggnog Foam 2 tbsp sugar1 tsp fresh cinnamon4 free range farmers egg ehites  4 oz milk½ oz fresh lime juice    In a shaker combine …

WINE: Greek Island Wines

On the island of Santorini, winemaking dates back about 3,500 years. Viticulture here is the oldest in all of Greece and the reflection of its terroir to the glass has vinted some of the country's most popular wines.

FOOD: Mint

The two most well known mixed drinks containing mint have to be the Mint Julep and the Mojito. No southern belle ““ or Kentucky Derby ““ would be without this core cocktail and visits to Cuba must absolutely be accompanied by multiple mojitos.

Strawberry Sangria

Strawberry Sangria-courtesy Foodland Ontario; ontario.ca/foodland/recipes From its humble roots in Spain, Sangria has become a popular, refreshing summer drink. This recipe features fresh Ontario strawberries combined with Ontario white wine to create a Sangria Blanco – a switch from the traditional red.  So light, pretty and refreshing! Makes 8 cups, …

Turkey Vegetable Curry

– recipe and photo courtesy Foodland Ontario; foodlandontario.caTurkey Vegetable Curry This mild green curry lends itself very well to the rich roasted turkey when combined with some fresh vegetables and light coconut milk. Serve over rice. 2 tsp vegetable oil3 cloves Ontario garlic, minced2 Ontario leeks (white and light green …