A cause for and byproduct of writing a food website is that I spend an inordinate portion of my day focused on, well, food. When I’m not editing my own food photos, I’m flipping through inspiring ones in magazines, and more often than I care to admit, I’m eating one recipe while plotting the next. While food is my passion and inspiration, it is also my routine, and as such, I sometimes forget to step back and appreciate it for its intrinsic beauty....

With millions of new recipe ideas a short click away, it’s easy to feel the pressure to bake and cook only the things we’ve never tried before. I too am guilty of getting caught up in the latest crazy flavor combinations (hello, Rhubarb Swirl Buttermilk Ice Cream) and buzz words I don’t really understand. Sometimes it seems that simple, classic, un-messed-around-with recipes (like this Blueberry Buckle) are losing their place in our homes and kitchens....

You can also serve this with roti, dosa or any flatbreads. Poori is a staple Breakfast eaten all over India and is served with a side of potato curry, Veg Kurma, Chana Masala, Halwa and Shrikhand. However a curried dish of potatoes is the most loved. This South Indian poori masala, Maharashtrian puri bhaji, North Indian aloo sabzi and Karnataka Potato sagu all are variations of the potato curry that is eaten with poori....

Cool fall and winter weekends bid you stay in your sweat pants. Absolutely, you need another slice of pumpkin French toast. This is a recipe for a crisp morning when the only place you need to be is exactly where you are. It’s perfect for a casual weekend at home with your family, an impromptu brunch with friends, or a breakfast you are serving to out-of-town guests. It’s cozy and familiar, but the extra warm spices make it feel special and authentically autumn....

This roasted romanesco recipe, sometimes called romanesco broccoli or Roman cauliflower, makes a stunning and simple side dish for any night of the week! Just like regular roasted broccoli or roasted cauliflower, this easy side dish uses a short list of ingredients, needs just minutes to prep, and pairs well with dozens of meals for dinner. What Is Romanesco? Romanesco is a vegetable in the brassicas family, which includes other cruciferous plants such as cabbage, kale, and brussels sprouts....

The café is called Breizh and is so legit, I once spotted French actress Marion Cotillard two tables away (Ben wouldn’t let me take her picture, and I’m still un peu miffed about it). Savory crepes are called galettes in France and are traditionally made with buckwheat flour (David Lebovitz has a fantastic recipe for Breizh’s exact crepes in My Paris Kitchen). They originate from a region called Bretagne (Brittany), which is also known for its butter and seafood....

In any close relationship, whether it’s with a partner, a best friend, or a coworker, the differences can be much more challenging to appreciate than the similarities. In our married household of two, at no time do they manifest themselves more tangibly than on Friday night. One of us is an introvert who works downtown, spends hours in meetings, and thrives on having quiet time at the end of the week to relax....

My Sous Vide Beef Tenderloin Recipe is a beautiful holiday dinner using the most delicious garlic herb butter sauce! Cooking sous vide is the best way to serve up a perfectly cooked cut of beef every time, and will only take you 5 minutes of prep. 📋 Recipe It’s so tender: I love beef tenderloin recipes, but this one goes above and beyond. It is so tender and easy to cook perfectly every time using a sous vide machine....

If you love strawberries you are going to LOVE this strawberry yogurt smoothie. All you need is 4 ingredients and a blender and you’ll have a homemade smoothie that will rival one from your favourite smoothie shop or cafe. I have a strawberry banana smoothie bowl I’ve always loved but realised I needed a strawberry smoothie that was suited to grab-and-go. This one is absolutely perfect for busy days! Enjoy this strawberry banana yogurt smoothie with yogurt for a quick and easy breakfast or a 3pm pick-me-up....

This healthy pasta recipe is a lighter spin on my cream Sun Dried Tomato Pasta with Chicken. For a household of two in which neither person is either a) a professional athlete or b) training for an eating contest, our monthly grocery bill is embarrassingly high. Although a large portion that expense is a necessary hazard of writing a food blog, I am also guilty of wracking up some serious Drive By Expenses*....

Surf and turf at home is the new way to date night. This surf n turf recipe with garlic herb butter (yum!) makes the perfect dinner for any special occasion or holiday. Serve steak and shrimp with simple sides like roasted asparagus or mashed cauliflower – this meal is so good it doesn’t need much. This surf and turf cooking method works best with thinner steaks, up to 1 inch thick....

Easter is officially over and I for one am glad! We hit the eggs and hot cross buns hard in our house and now I’m ready to eat ALL THE VEGGIES! Starting with this Sweet Potato, Chickpea and Feta Salad. This salad is a clean out the vegetable crisper special but it just worked so well I knew I had to share it with you guys ASAP! If you’ve been following me for awhile you know that sweet potato is my most beloved vegetable, and it’s the star ingredient in many reader favourites, like my Sweet Potato, Lentil & Chickpea Curry and Vegetarian Sweet Potato Nachos....

I wholeheartedly believe that breakfast is better when potatoes are involved. Crispy Breakfast Potatoes are a favourite in our house. Nestled alongside some eggs and bacon, you’ve got yourself the most perfect breakfast. But while regular potatoes are great and all, the sweet potato has my heart in a HUGE way. And I knew I had to try and find a way to incorporate it into a breakfast dish. Enter the Sweet Potato Rosti....

With this homemade recipe, though, there’s no need to get in line to get ahold of my favorite hot sauce! Because I love this sauce so much, I searched high and low to find its most accurate copycat. After testing dozens of recipes, I finally found THE ONE. It’s so awesome! If you’re as in love with the Diablo sauce as me, this recipe is a keeper! Not only does it taste just like the original, but it’s also easy to make....

Hearty beef and beans are smothered in a thick barbecue sauce that oozes out of the bun and onto your fingers. I won’t tell if you don’t use a napkin! Treat your family this week to this delicious recipe. It’s so easy to make, you could whip it up after soccer practice before anyone has the chance to say “I’m hungry!” All it takes is one skillet, and your family will have a filling dinner that is sure to be their favorite....

Vegetable soups like this one (and this Vegan Pumpkin Soup) are simple to make, healthy, and great leftover. Cooking a huge pot on the weekend to enjoy throughout the week sets you up for your best life. I don’t know about you, but my “best life” soup is thick and creamy, tastes decadent, and is healthy too. This vegan potato soup recipe check all of the boxes, no butter, cream, or cheese required....

From rolls and rice to potatoes, turn your hearty soup into a feast to remember with these 14 quick and easy beef stew sides. Beef stew is comfort food at its finest. A bowl of this beauty gives you succulent chunks of beef and flavorful veggies swimming in a pool of sweet and savory soup. One spoonful of this hearty dish warms not just the body, but also the soul....

And then, all of that goodness is sandwiched in a toasted garlic submarine bun. One bite of this scrumptious and hearty sub gives me eternal bliss. But you know what gives me even more joy when devouring a meatball sub? Eating it with the perfect side dish to round out the meal. Here’s a tip when picking a meatball pairing: choose dishes with mild flavors. The meatball sub is already so rich, so you’ll want something light and refreshing to balance things out....

Fritters are on the top of my list when it comes to quick and easy dinner options, and these Zucchini and Halloumi Fritters are one of the best! They’re filled with plenty of veggies but the highlight is by far the salty halloumi that melts to bind the fritters while they fry. These fritters are crispy on the outside and full of flavour. Enjoy them for breakfast, lunch or dinner with a side salad or some mashed potato and steamed vegetables....

I’ll admit that I can get into a soup slump during the colder months, and I almost always fall back on the same old recipes. But not this year! Instead, I’ll be pulling out the chilis and stocking up on ginger and lemongrass because these soups are bright, fresh, and irresistible. They’re not all spicy, but you can adjust most of these to your liking in a snap. Let’s get to it....