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Corn Fritters

Corn Fritters

Nothing is better than eating corn in the summer time. In this recipe frozen corn is mixed into a fritter and fried. Sweet and savory summer deliciousness. Corn fritters are such a lovely savory summer treat and the good news is that they’re really easy…

Tostones (Fried Green Plantains)

Tostones (Fried Green Plantains)

Summer is the perfect season to enjoy South American tostones. Twice fried, made of plaintains they are perfect for the summer seasons lighter and fun cuisine. Plantains are a staple food in many southern countries and are now readily available in just about every supermarket.…

Strawberry Shortcake

Strawberry Shortcake

Sweet and light, this classic summer dessert with its seasonal colors is the perfect dessert to celebrate Canada’s birthday. Happy Canada Day! This year the celebrations may be all virtual but we can still cook and enjoy our favorite recipes with our family. Every year…

Grilled Corn, Peanut and Serrano Pepper Salad

Grilled Corn, Peanut and Serrano Pepper Salad

Hot and spicy with delicious grilled corn and roasted peanuts, this salad will really help put some heat and flavour into your summer. Summer is the season for eating hot, spicy food. For me, there’s nothing better than eating eye watering, mouth burning spice during…

Grilled Corn, Peach, Cucumber and Avocado Salad

Grilled Corn, Peach, Cucumber and Avocado Salad

A lovely, healthy salad bursting with fresh seasonal produce and color. Perfect for a light lunch or served as an appetizer. Summertime is here and for me, summer is salad season. Lighter eating just feels right at this time of year, and there is such…

Vegan Deviled Eggs

Vegan Deviled Eggs

The perfect picnic food or a very tasty canape, Vegan Deviled Eggs are irresistable and even tastier than the original. Made with avocado and tofu, they are healthier as well. Summer time is picnic and barbecue season and the best time to enjoy devilled eggs,…

Ice Cream with Red Beans and Caramel Sauce

Ice Cream with Red Beans and Caramel Sauce

Sweet and savory, ice cream with red beans and caramel sauce is a refreshing change and the perfect dessert for hot summer days and nights. One of the best things about living in a big city are the diverse cultures. I live in downtown Toronto…

Vegan Crab Cakes

Vegan Crab Cakes

Tasty, fresh and light, vegan crab cakes, makes the perfect lunch or brunch. Delicious, environmentally responsible and kind.  As the weather get warmer, people often feel like eating lighter. Seafood is a popular summer food choice and unfortunately, it is also an environmental disaster and…