I have recently come to the conclusion that scallops are one of my favorite {if not my favorite} shellfish. Its sweet taste and supple, soft texture have won me over! However, when improperly handled {overcooked} they are tough, chewy and abominable! Keep it simple! Simplicity is the way to go when cooking shellfish, the most…
And then there were 3
A few weeks ago, before one of my dear friends left town, I let the boys take over the kitchen. Here is a peek of the madness that ensued…. We all wanted some fresh and sweet seafood, and the guys were able to put a great spin on a lobster dinner. The wonderfully cooked shari…
Chimichurri
Since it seems like BBQ season is here to stay, I wanted to share with you my favorite accompaniment for a juicy and sizzling steak: chimichurri. This sauce is a staple of South American BBQs {the best in my opinion}. And it’s extremely easy to make! It also tastes wonderful on top of empanadas, potatoes,…
Quick Update
Hello everyone, Hope you are having a wonderful week!! Sorry for being away lately, but it’s been a bit hectic with the Satay Bros opening, and getting adjusted to my new schedule. Here’s a quick recap of what I’ve been up to lately. Buns, buns and more buns :) A nice dinner with the girls…
Feves au Lard: Sweet Oven Baked Beans
The quintessential side dish of the sugar shack season in this lovely region of Canada. Sweet, thick, and rich these oven baked beans are hearty and delicious! They are a ubiquitous part of breakfast and brunch in Quebec, specially during the months of February to May {Cabane à sucre season!}. A couple of weeks ago a…
Banana Cream Tart
One of my favorite desserts of all time is this wonderful, creamy tart. Whether you enjoy it as a pie or a tart there is no denying this dessert is soft and divine. The marriage of banana and cream is a match made in food heaven! The buttery crust and the layers of the soft…
Celebration: Tagada Bistro
These past days have been a whirlwind, spent amongst wonderful celebrations, great friends, and {unfortunatedly} my bed. I’ve fallen a bit ill due to the unpredictable weather… but it’s time for a little update! Since I’ve been a bit MIA I decided to make a different type of entry, let me know if you enjoy…
Lavender Dreams: Vanilla & Chocolate Lavender Macarons
There is something utterly dreamy about macarons… maybe it’s their shape, their texture, their lovely color, or wonderful flavor pairings. To me macarons scream spring, possibly for their lovely shades of pastel or their delicate and whimsical character. I wanted to feature this special recipe to celebrate the birthdays of my fellow Aries :) Especially…
Ragout de Chevreuil: Venison stew
After giving us a taste of spring, Montreal weather decided it was too early for that and cooled down…. so what better way to get warmed up than a meaty, comforting stew on a chilly night! I love making stews because they are so soulful and satisfying. Since I tend to make a lot of…
Sachertorte: Classic Chocolate Sponge Cake
Since birthday season in my family is starting, I thought a cake recipe would be fitting. Although I am far away from them (most of them are in Mexico), we still remember and rejoice each others birthdays. So this cake is dedicated to my cousin (even though he doesn’t really love chocolate) for his birthday…
BBQ Marinade: Pork & Lamb Chops
Due to the unexpected (and wonderful) warm weather we enjoyed last week in Montreal, we decided it was time for a BBQ. So I went down to Atwater market to visit the generously stocked Boucherie De Tours, which specializes in wonderful French cuts. On the menu for the first BBQ of 2012 Mtl: Marinated Lamb and…
Lovely Spring Salad
Spring is here! For that reason, here is a delicate and colorful salad to celebrate the coming of this lovely new season. In this effortless salad I am featuring one of spring’s little treasures: asparagus. This tall and slender vegetable is quite versatile, it can be boiled, grilled, steamed or roasted. For this salad I…
Kitchen Nani 