Archive for July 2017

Let’s talk Vegetarian

Ok guys! I’m with most of you. There is nothing better than a good steak, BBQ chicken or (lets face it) a good ol’ fashion hot dog.   I love meat. Braised short ribs, Bolognese, BURGERS!…ahhh the list goes on. BUT……(yes there is a but) Just recently I went to visit my girlfriend, Jaimee. I was…

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Sriracha Lime Cauliflower Tostadas

This recipe will knock your socks off with flavor that you’ll forget it’s vegetarian! Directions: Preheat oven to 425 degrees F For the Mango Salsa Add the diced mango, tomato, lime juice, red onion, cilantro and green onion in a medium sized bowl. Mix well and season with salt and pepper to taste.  Set aside…

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Spicy Summer Tagliatelle

Summer, spice and everything nice. Chorizo, broccoli rabe, Lemon and peas with fresh Tagliatelle pasta. Honestly, this recipe was made because I had hardly anything in the fridge and didn’t want to go to the grocery store.  Of course, my kitchen always has these staples: lemon, shallots, garlic, peas, parmesan and items to make fresh pasta…

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CinCin | Vancouver

On a busy shopping street in Downtown Vancouver lays a culinary gem.  Many people walk by the cobblestone staircase that leads to this gorgeous restaurant, without knowing it is actually there. Hidden up a stairwell is this years Best Italian Restaurant by Vancouver Magazine. ekk! The spacious restaurant has many areas to sit including close to the kitchen…

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Thea Featured in Insurance People Magazine

Pleased to share that Thea Vanherwaarden was featured in a recent issue of Insurance People Magazine. The feature discusses both her profession as a high-net worth insurance broker and her journey on Masterchef. The feature begins on page 14 in the link below! Originally published here in Insurance People Magazine, July 2017.

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Spruce up your Pancakes

Who doesn’t love pancakes in the morning.  It was one of my mother’s staple while growing up – German pancakes, Crepes and my dads favorite: fluffy pancakes topped with bacon, fried eggs and a whole lot of maple syrup (not for everyone). I find people are afraid to improvise over what the recipes says. With many baked…

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Lemon Poppy Seed Pancakes

  Directions: In a medium mixing bowl add flour, sugar, baking powder, salt, poppy seed and lemon zest; mix lightly.  Add milk, egg, and melted butter.   Mix batter until incorporated but don’t over mix! Heat a medium sized skillet on medium/high heat.  Add tablespoon of grape seed oil.  Spoon  about 1/2 cup of the batter onto…

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