Appetizer Recipes

Braised Short Rib Soup. A new version of Beef Barley Soup. A very rich and satisfying version of a favourite soup that uses flavourful beef short ribs to create a deliciously deep broth.

Crispy Baked Maple Sriracha Wings. Forget the fryer! You’ll never miss it when you try these oven baked, crispy coated chicken wings that get tossed in a simple, sweet, sticky, spicy, maple sriracha glaze.

BLT Salad with Creamy Dijon Dressing and Garlic Herb Butter Croutons. This salad may have very few components but it very big on freshness and flavour. It has turned out to be an ongoing family favourite.

Cedar Plank Halibut with Charred Tomato Avocado Salsa. Don’t just think salmon when using this quick smoking method; cedar plank halibut is equally delicious, especially with this charred tomato & avocado salsa. I know most people will think of salmon when they think of this grilling method but cedar plank halibut is also a delicious …

Shrimp Cakes with Lime Cilantro Aioli. Made in much the same way as our snow crab cakes, these crunchy, delicious shrimp cakes make a fantastic starter course or a terrific lunch option served with a side salad.

Delicious crispy chicken fried fish nuggets that make a terrific dinner that kids will love or as deliciously unexpected finger food at parties.

Roasted Garlic Caesar Salad Dressing. The easy way, using a plain mayo base. Roasting the garlic brings out its natural sweetness and adds a more mellow garlic flavour for an exceptional caesar salad.

This vegetarian mushroom burger recipe certainly is not short on flavour. Make them as burgers or sliders at parties & even the meat eaters will love them!

Chorizo Jalapeño Poppers with Smoked Gouda. A very flavourful addition to your Superbowl Party or any celebratory gathering throughout the year.

Warm Grilled Potato Salad with Lemon and Oregano. A tasty, warm grilled potato salad with plenty of bright fresh flavours in the dressing and finished with some crumbled feta cheese. Originally published June 2013. As regular readers will know, our family practically lives off the backyard grill in the summer months. With the season so …