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Main dishes

Artichoke chicken

10 min Cook
Artichokes, with their delicate flavor and tender heart, have been a cherished ingredient in Mediterranean cuisine for centuries. Originating in the Mediterranean…
Main dishes

Ash pasta (pasta alla cenere)

12 min Cook
Hailing from the volcanic soils of Campania, Pasta alla Cenere (or “ash pasta”) is a dish originally inspired by the ashen landscapes…
Sides

Apricot and green bean sauté

15 min Cook
This vibrant apricot and green bean sauté brings together the natural sweetness of ripe apricots with the crisp freshness of green beans,…
Main dishes

Jambalaya

30 min Cook
Jambalaya is one of those one-pot dishes that brings people together. Its rich, smoky aroma is a celebration of comfort and tradition….
Breakfast

Apricot chia seed pudding

1 Mins read
Chia seed puddings have become a staple in health-conscious kitchens, thanks to their simplicity, versatility, and nutritional benefits. Here, I have used…
Main dishes

Mujaddara

35 min Cook
Originating in Lebanon, this humble yet deeply satisfying combination of lentils, rice, and caramelized onions has been a staple for centuries, beloved…
Sides

Red kidney bean salad

1 Mins read
Italian red kidney bean salad is a protein-rich salad that combines cooked red kidney beans with red onions, parsley and red wine…

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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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