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 …

Roasted Branzino

Roasted Branzino-courtesy Lake Road, Hamilton At Lake Road, Chef Megna serves a whole roasted branzino stuffed with this flavourful sauce, served over rich aioli.For the Puttanesca Sauce:6 anchovies, minced2 shallots, diced2 garlic cloves, minced½ tsp chili flakes¼ cup olive oil¼ cup sun dried tomatoes, pureed2 tbsp capers2 tbsp green olives, …

Coconut Gingersnap Sweet Potato Pie

– recipe courtesy of Whole Foods Market Coconut Gingersnap Sweet Potato PieFor the filling2 large sweet potatoes (about 2 pounds) 3/4 cup coconut milk 3/4 cup light brown sugar 3 large eggs 1/2 tsp ground cinnamon 1/4 tsp ground nutmeg 1/4 tsp sea salt For the crust1 1/4 cup ground …

Sunburst Mahi Mahi

-recipe courtesy of The Gingerman Social Eatery, OakvilleSunburst Mahi Mahi 6 oz. (180 g) filet of fresh mahi mahi (aka Dorado) 4 oz. (120 g) mashed sweet potato 2-3 oz. (60-90 g) sweet potato chips 2 tbsp (30 mL) coconut milk salt and pepper to season fish 1/4 cup (60 …

Glazed Short Ribs

– courtesy Walkers Wine Bar & Grill, Mississauga Glazed Short Ribs5 lbs short ribs, in 2-inch pieces1 large onion, chopped2 stalks celery, chopped1 large carrot, chopped1 can Guinness2 tbsp cup molasses1 fresh ginger root, peeled and diced5 garlic cloves, chopped2 tbsp soya sauce2 tbsp hoisin sauce 3L beef stock2 bay …

Warm Wild Mushroom Salad

1 green zucchini 1 red bell pepper 4 tbsp (60 mL) vegetable oil ½ cup (125 mL) oyster mushrooms ½ cup (125 mL) portobello mushrooms, gilled and thinly sliced ½ cup (125 mL) button mushrooms, sliced 2 tbsp (30 mL) red onion, sliced thin 1 tbsp (15 mL) chopped garlic …

Cinnamon Chocolate Boca Negra

THE RED CANOE BISTRO 12 oz dark chocolate (Chef prefers Callebaut Dark Chocolate)8 oz unsalted butter1 cup (250 mL) brandy1-1/2 cups (375 mL) white sugar4 eggs, at room temperature1 tsp (5 mL) cinnamon3 tbsp (45 mL) flour Preheat oven to 425°F. Place chocolate and butter in a double boiler and …

Georgia Candy Roaster Squash with Grimo Black Walnut Brown Butter Sauce

-recipe courtesy Backhouse, Niagara-on-the-Lake Georgia Candy Roaster Squash with Grimo Black Walnut Brown Butter Sauce 1 medium Georgia Candy Roaster Squash or Butternut Squash, peeled and cut into ½-inch chunks3 tbsp cold pressed Ontario canola oil4 tbsp farm fresh butter1 tsp fresh thyme1/4 cup black walnuts from Grimo Nuts, toasted …

The Northern Peach

– courtesy Crystal Head Vodka The Northern Peach 1 ½ oz Crystal Head Vodka2 ½ oz natural peach juice¼ oz. Basil Simple Syrup (recipe below)Fresh basil leaves*POUR all ingredients into a martini shaker filled with ice. SHAKE well and strain into a martini glass. GARNISH with a fresh basil leaf.*slap …