I love the smell of fresh banana bread straight out of the oven, it’s so sweet and nice that everyone in the house will be running over for a taste.  This is an easy recipe that anyone can do.  You don’t even need a blender for this one.

Who doesn’t like fresh fruit and pancakes in the morning?  I think everyone will enjoy this delicious kick start to their day.

This is a warm favourite for winter but it’s just as good on a chilly summer night while enjoying the view from the patio. Ingredients: (serves 12) 2 Litres Apple Cider 10 Cloves 4 Cinnamon Sticks 1 Cup Orange Juice 1/2 Cup Lemon Juice Directions: 1. Heat apple cider 2. Add the rest of the [...]

Another strawberry dish for you guys while they’re still in season.   The strawberries will add a nice contrast in colour and taste to your next spinach balsamic vinegar salads. Ingredients: (Serves 4) 6 cups spinach 20 sliced strawberries 2 tablespoons toasted sesame seeds 1/2 cup sugar 1 tablespoon poppy seeds 1/2 teaspoon paprika 1/2 [...]

A light refreshing desert courtesy of my friend Joyce.  This desert is great for dinner parties and BBQs!   The meringue is light with a crispy ouside and soft insides that almost melts in your mouth.  The creamy whip cream mixed with the sweet strawberries tops off the combination of flavours. Ingredients: 4 egg whites [...]

The best months for asparagus are March through till August.  When buying asparagus make sure you look for the ones with bright green stalks.  The stalks should be firm and the tips should be purplish and tightly closed.   when you get home wash and wrap the asparagus in a damp paper cloth and store [...]

Omega 3 fatty acid deficiency anyone?  Everyone should try have fish at least once a week and here’s a great way to start.  Tilapia is a high source of Omega 3′s and protein and is a significantly cheaper alternative to the more popular Salmon. Add the grilled asparagus for some much needed fibre and colour [...]

Strawberry and Nutella…need I say more? This crowd pleasing combination of sweet fruit and hazelnut chocolate spread is guaranteed to satisfy!  Once you perfect the crepe recipe you’ll be set. Ingredients: Crepes Sliced Strawberries Nutella Icing sugar – if you feel fancy Directions: 1.  Spread the nutella over the crepe and add as many strawberries [...]

In my opinion, crepes have always been a novelty desert.  You usually find the most decorated crepes in specialty desert stores always filled with fresh fruit and topped off with chocolate syrup or icing sugar.   So it’s no wonder most people find crepes so intimidating to make and end up making boring pancakes instead. [...]

Another smoothie recipe to enjoy as the summer season takes off.  Strawberries and cranberries packs a tangy taste as well as being a potent source of antioxidants. Ingredients:  (serves 5) 2 cups cranberry juice About 20 strawberries (or 16 ounces) 1 cup vanilla yogurt 1 banana Direction: 1.  Blend all ingredients for about 15 seconds. [...]