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Month: July 2016

The Summer Risotto

July 27, 2016 1 Comment
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This risotto is a celebration of summer’s best harvest! Finish with some butter and Parmesan or omit it completely for an equally tasty and yet creamy vegan (and gluten-free) meal. Summer Risotto 2 shallots, minced 2 cloves garlic, minced 2… Continue Reading →

IN THE GARDEN, IN THE KITCHEN garden, garlic scapes, peas, ramps, scapes, shelling peas, spring onions, summer, summer vegetables, sweet peas

Grilled Apricots with Pink Peppercorn and Goat Cheese Dressing

July 25, 2016 Leave a Comment
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I don’t recall where I had this salad…but I was immediately inspired by the use of summer produce at its peak. All I changed was the addition of the pink peppercorns just because I love them! They are generally fantastic and… Continue Reading →

IN THE GARDEN, IN THE KITCHEN apricots, basil, bbq, easy, gluten-free, goat cheese, grill, mint, mixed greens, pink peppercorns, salad

Summer Cherry Streusel

July 20, 2016 Leave a Comment
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Who wants to slave over dessert when the weather’s so nice? Here’s a super simple summer dessert that takes no time at all but will be sure to impress your guests! I made this for my friends when they invited… Continue Reading →

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In Season: Quick Pickled Strawberries

July 18, 2016 Leave a Comment
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We are so fortunate to have such beautiful produce this time of year in Southern Ontario. Right this moment, if you walk past your neighborhood fruit stand or farmer’s market, you will smell the sticky sweet perfume of Ontario strawberries in… Continue Reading →

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Healthy Hump Day: Summer Peach Gazpacho

July 13, 2016 Leave a Comment
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This is a great way to use up those gloriously ripe summer peaches. Weave this gazpacho into your dinner party for a gluten-free and completely vegan starter! Summer Peach Gazpacho 6 ripe peaches, chopped 3 yellow tomatoes, chopped 1 yellow pepper,… Continue Reading →

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Early Grey & Lavender Glazed Scones

July 11, 2016 Leave a Comment
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My family (mostly my grandmother) believed in the ritual of afternoon tea. When my Amah reached for the kettle, it was a cue that something sweet was on the come. A single Ovaltine cookie, a few Pocky Sticks (don’t knock’em until you… Continue Reading →

IN THE GARDEN, IN THE KITCHEN earl grey tea, easy, fast, glaze, high tea, lavender, make ahead, scones, tea

Healthy Hump Day: Radish Top and Hemp Seed Pesto

July 6, 2016 1 Comment
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Did you know that radish, beet and carrot tops are all edible? Young leaves could be added to green salads or used in sandwiches in place of lettuce. If you are feeling more ambitious, try making pesto. This peppery bright… Continue Reading →

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Browned Butter Rice Crispy Square Pops!

July 4, 2016 Leave a Comment
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Okay, so the name is a bit of a mouthful but seriously, the additional step of browning the butter makes a world of difference and elevates a boring rice crispy square into a bake sale worthy treat! This is a… Continue Reading →

IN THE KITCHEN bake sale, brown butter, dessert, easy, fast, gluten-free, kid-friendly, rice crispies, squares

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Welcome to the T! I’m Val, a creative insomniac living with my Newfoundlander pup in Toronto. My pages are filled with my adventures outside of work and the life I share with my friends & family. Through my posts, I hope to share them with you too! Thanks for visiting and hope to see you again very soon!

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