Taste Canada

Fried Oysters

September 11, 2024

The latter half of the 19th century was the golden age of oysters. With advancements in food preservation and transportation that allowed oysters to be…

Bottle of the Sexes

September 11, 2024

In her memoir Wine Witch on Fire: Rising from the Ashes of Divorce, Defamation, and Drinking Too Much, author Natalie MacLean offers readers a taste…

French Onion Pot Roast with Gruyère Potatoes

September 11, 2024

The ultimate low and slow comfort staple with a little je ne sais quoi, this recipe is one of my favorite make-aheads that, even after…

Spiced Carrot and Walnut Cake

September 3, 2024

Carrot cake is so ancient that historians do not quite agree on exactly where it came from, but it has enjoyed immense popularity since the…

Pan-Roasted Cauliflower, Leek, Apple and Cinnamon-Crusted Pork Tenderloin

September 3, 2024

It’s easy to fit an entire meal in a pan when you roast your favourite meat over a bed of vegetables. This simple method is…

Brown Butter Pecan Pie

September 3, 2024

I am quite picky when it comes to pecan pie. I prefer a pie that is not too sweet and has an even balance of…

Mangalore-Style Fish Curry

September 3, 2024

This curry has roots in the port city of Mangalore, in the southern state of Karnataka. Traditionally, we’d use kingfish or fresh sardines, but you…

Insalata Cesare

August 19, 2024

Caesar Salad with Crostini This salad was originally developed by an Italian immigrant, Caesar Cardini but it can be found in restaurants in Italy because…

Loubia et Merguez Grillées

August 19, 2024

Voici une soupe avec un nom qui ne sonne pas soupe ! Au Maroc, il s’agit d’un plat d’hiver. Mon ingrédient secret ? La merguez…

Chive Gnocchi with Wild Mushrooms Florentine

August 19, 2024

Gnocchi are light pillows of pasta begging for a rich and flavourful sauce. This soy-based, umami-centric mushroom sauce coats each and every gnocchi, creating a…