Tag Archives: ice cream

Dulce de leche butter pecan ice cream

Posted on August 5, 2017 by

A rich, flavourful frozen treat! I’ve been a big fan of dulce de leche for years, though I didn’t know it by that name years ago when my mom used to magically transform cans of sweetened condensed milk into a … Continue reading →

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Blueberry Ice Cream

Posted on September 20, 2014 by

This recipe was inspired by the incomparable taste of blueberry pie. While I love raw blueberries in my morning cereal, they seem to become even more flavourful when baked up in muffins or pies. Cooking up the berries before adding … Continue reading →

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Peach-almond ice cream

Posted on September 4, 2014 by

This recipe should have you making a mad dash to the nearest produce purveyor to grab another basket or two of fresh peaches before the season is done. I love this ice cream because it’s not too sweet and really … Continue reading →

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Holland’s Cake and Shake – a sneak peek

Posted on July 14, 2014 by

Your next trip to Hintonburg just might be a whole lot sweeter, thanks to the July 15 opening of Holland’s Cake and Shake. Located just across from the Parkdale Market, the shop is a welcome addition to the neighbourhood’s already-thriving … Continue reading →

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Lovely Lemon Mousse

Posted on March 24, 2014 by

I almost always have lemon curd on hand (it stores well in the freezer) because it is so flavourful and versatile. Combining lemon curd and whipped cream makes for a delicious mousse that literally takes just minutes to prepare. Best … Continue reading →

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Zesty Lemon Curd

Posted on March 23, 2014 by

Lemon curd is like custard on steroids. Packed with a lemony punch and just a hint of sweetness, it’s an inspired concoction that is as versatile as it is delicious. Spread it on warm biscuits, slather it on French toast, … Continue reading →

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Salted Caramel Ice Cream

Posted on August 14, 2013 by

Do you ever have those moments where you taste something fantastic at a restaurant and you just want to rush right home and try to replicate it? Happens to me all the time. Which is a really good thing, because … Continue reading →

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