Tag Archives: olives

Spicy Marinated Olives

Posted on November 13, 2015 by

I’m a big fan of gifting edible treats on just about any occasion. Show up at a party with a nice bottle of wine and something yummy the host can either put on the table or tuck away to savour … Continue reading →

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Crispy pan-fried Basa fillets

Posted on April 12, 2015 by

If you’ve not yet tried Basa, you’re in for a treat. This mild-flavoured white fish is remarkable not only for its delicate taste but also the fact that you won’t find rogue bones lurking in the flesh. Insulating the fish … Continue reading →

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Fabulous Focaccia

Posted on April 3, 2014 by

Over the last fifteen to twenty years, we North Americans have become a lot more bread savvy. I think this stems partially from the notion that if one is going to eat bread, it has to be really good bread. … Continue reading →

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Pasta with Tuna, Lemon, Capers and Olives

Posted on September 30, 2013 by

This easy, family-friendly recipe is a modern take on the tuna casseroles of old which frequently featured soggy pasta and bland sauce. The only thing that made those meals palatable for me was the sprinkling of crushed potato chips on … Continue reading →

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