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Sides

Zucchini rotis

15 min Cook
Zucchini rotis are a delightful example of how culinary traditions can blend across cultures. While rotis (or roti) are a staple flatbread…
Main dishes

Fanned aubergines in tomato sauce

45 min Cook
Hot days call for aubergines. Also known as eggplants, aubergines are a versatile ingredient in cuisines worldwide. Their mild, slightly bitter flavor…
Desserts

Red fruit iced pops

1 Mins read
When the heat comes and you need something refreshing, there’s nothing better than a popsicle to get a boost. I find store-bought…
Sides

Focaccia Barese

20 min Cook
Focaccia Barese owes its name to the city of Bari, a coastal town in the South of Italy, in the region of…
Sides

Steamed leek

5 min Cook
This elegant, minimalist dish lets the natural sweetness of leeks shine. Steaming preserves their delicate flavor and tender texture, while a drizzle…
Sides

Black radish carpaccio

1 Mins read
A study in contrast and simplicity, this dish celebrates the peppery bite of raw black radish, sliced paper-thin and topped with Grana…
Main dishes

Falafels

15 min Cook
From the streets of Cairo to the busy markets of Beirut, falafel are found throughout the Middle East, North Africa, and the…
Main dishes

Shepherd's Pie

30 min Cook
If you ask me what’s the king of comfort food, Shepherd’s Pie takes the crown. What’s not to like about it? I…

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Ingredients

Lychee, a jewel in the kitchen

3 Mins read
From its ancient roots in Southern China to its current status as a darling of modern mixology and pastry, the lychee (Litchi…
Ingredients

Gram flour, the power of chickpeas

3 Mins read
Gram flour, also known as besan or chickpea flour, is a versatile and nutrient-rich ingredient that has been a staple in Indian,…
Ingredients

Black radish, a bold delight

2 Mins read
Black radish, or radis noir, is a striking root vegetable with a deep black or dark brown skin and crisp, white flesh….
Ingredients

Topinambour, a forgotten culinary treasure

2 Mins read
When we lived in Montreal, we would do most of our food shopping at Marché 440, an iconic public market where you…
Ingredients

Kale, from tradition to superfood

4 Mins read
Kale, a leafy green vegetable from the Brassica family, has evolved from a humble staple in traditional cuisines to a superfood celebrated…
Ingredients

Jackfruit, the king of plant-based comfort food

3 Mins read
Jackfruit is tropical fruit, native to South and Southeast Asia, that has become a favourite in vegan and vegetarian kitchens because of…
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