Pucker Up!

The One of a Kind Show is here again at the National Trade Centre from March 31st to April 4th. I was there opening day and was once again mesmerized by the beautiful displays from many food companies. Looking to discover something new, I stumbled upon Debra and Tracy Hoffos from Spirit of Niagara. These two veterans sell their products in gorgeous packaging only outdone by their delicious jam and chutney preserves. "So what's new?" I ask. Debra smiles and speaks up....

Hot Nights at Ba ba luu

Mention "Ba ba luu" to any Torontonian and although Desi Arnez will come to mind to some, most will know you are talking about this city's most popular Latin supper club. Grab a seat and begin your evening with one of their great Latin cocktails - a minty mojito, a sweetly sour margarita, a shot of one of the many varieties of tequila or a pitcher of their one-of-a-kind Sangria. The menu at Ba ba luu is a kaleidoscope of Latin flavours that takes traditional tastes and authentic ingredients and mixes them up in a new and exciting way....

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Provencal Lamb Stew With White Beans & Rosemary

The flavours and aromas of southern France are captured in this wonderful stew. It's a favourite and tastes even better if made a day ahead of serving. Accompany with mounds of mashed potatoes with roasted garlic and a simple steamed green vegetable. You can substitute cubes of lean pork or chunks of chicken for the lamb.

European Delicacies

Gourmets regard western Mediterranean countries (France, Italy, Spain) as the cradle of gastronomy. Here, the climate is conducive to growing all kinds of vegetables...

3 Secrets To Making An Extraordinary Cocktail ... And Remember You Heard It From Me!

Here are a few simple things that you can do at home to make a regular cocktail or martini a thousand times better. These are a few techniques that I use at home that always wow my guests.

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