Author Archives: Brandon
Good food
I find it kind of funny that when it comes to food, when you deviate from what you’re used to, how much of an impact it has.
More specifically, I helped a friend who was taking photographs at a conference … Read more
You Can Never Learn Enough
When it comes to food, I consider myself someone in the know.
I think that’s a fair assessment as I’m at the helm of a food and drink publication, a CBC radio food columnist, caterer and personal chef to my … Read more
Moor, Moor, Moor
This inspired Moroccan makeover features delicious shades of cinnamon and orange
By Colin McAllister & Justin Ryan
We seldom miss a chance to malign the decorative direction known as theming, and love nothing better than critiquing the manner in which … Read more
A Good Cause
As the fall season gets in swing right about now, there are oodles of things to take advantage of.
One being, the last garden-grown tomatoes, carrots and other produce still surviving outside before the frost hits.
Others being the fabulous … Read more
Drink like a Bavarian
You don’t have to travel to Munich to celebrate great-tasting beer
By Stephen Beaumont
This fall, like most every other autumn for the better part of the last couple of centuries, hoards of visitors will descend upon Munich to … Read more
The Secret Spice
Cardamom can make everything from apple pie to roast pork taste better
By Alex Svenne
When you cook with cardamom, your guests will invariably ask, “What’s that flavour?” Cardamom is that elusive spice that everyone recognizes but no one … Read more
A Balanced Perspective
While cute critters are nice, the alcohol content on the label is what you should be looking at
By Mireille Sauve
When was the last time you looked at a wine label to check the alcohol level before buying … Read more
Wrapped Tostado Achiote Chicken with Fiesta Taco Sauce
Achiote Chicken:
1/3 cup (75 mL) orange juice
1/3 cup (75 mL) lemon juice
1/3 cup (75 mL) lime juice
1/2 cup (125 mL) chicken stock
1/4 cup (60 mL) achiote* paste
6 garlic cloves
2 jalapeños, cored and seeded… Read more
Tempura Tilapia Tacos with Mango Hot Sauce
Tempura Tilapia Tacos:
1 lb (500 g) tilapia
1 package of tempura mix
Canola oil, for frying
Fresh avocado, chopped
Purple cabbage, shredded
Cilantro leaves
Lime wedges
Fresh-made tortillas… Read more
Braised Pork Belly Tacos with Kiwi & Cilantro
2 lbs (1 kg) boneless, skinless pork belly, cut into large strips
Sea salt & pepper
1 tbsp (15 mL) canola oil
2 cups (500 mL) freshly squeezed orange juice
1 cup (250 mL) chicken stock
1 onion, diced
6 … Read more