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Easy Thanksgiving Sides with a Twist
Can you feel it in the air? I certainly can and I could not be more excited. The changing leaves of autumn. Cozy sweaters. Family, friends, and food…what could be…
Read MoreBraised Beef with Mussels using Canada Beef
When people think of the flavors of Canada’s West Coast the first thing that comes to mind is seafood. And why not? From oysters and mussels to salmon and…
Read MoreBeaver Tails
A Canadian staple (at least in my house), no need for a grand introduction other than that. If you are craving something sweet this morning, give Beaver Tails a try……
Read MoreEggs Benny Breakfast Pizza
I’ve made no secret of my love for pasta and tacos. In fact, I imagine a quick search of everything posted here over the years would show that delicious pasta…
Read MoreCrispy Skin Salmon with Mango Salsa
I’ve been fortunate to try different cuisine in a lot of different places. From BBQ in Texas to curry in Indonesia. For every favored regional dish I’ve tried around the…
Read MoreThéasty Beef Ramen
Ramen: a dish I never experienced until a few years ago, when a local restaurant had a feature on the menu for it. It was cold outside and I craved…
Read MoreThea’s Théasty Smashburgers
These fan favorites are finally up on the blog after many requests! Short and sweet but here is the recipe. Ultra crispy edges, no filler and so delicious you will…
Read MoreLazy Artisan Bread
Bread. Gosh, I LOVE bread. Warm bread with melted butter… need I say more? Artisan bread always fascinated me; the décor, the floured surface, the big loafs just waiting to…
Read MoreMaple Whiskey Buttermilk Fried Chicken + Buttermilk Cornmeal Pancakes with Herb and Chili Maple Syrup
Like many people around the country, Chicken + Waffles has become one of our favorite brunch items. It’s easy to see why this dish has gained popularity in recent years.…
Read MoreBraised Chili in Adobo Beef Tacos with Roasted Pineapple Salsa
You can never have too many variations of tacos. The other day I was looking for something to make in my pressure cooker as some braised meat sounded good while…
Read MoreSimple Focaccia
Is there anything better than warm focaccia? Rich olive oil, with chucks of salt and the subtle hint of rosemary makes this recipe a fan favorite. Eat the bread fresh…
Read MoreClassic Cranberry Sauce with Balsamic Vinegar
Myself and Giulia Lombardo from Just Giulia created some holiday spreads for pre and post season and nothing says holidays like homemade cranberry sauce. Check out this classic and simple…
Read MoreEggnog Profiteroles
It’s that time of year for family, friends, and Christmas Collabs! Of course I jumped at the chance to work with the beautiful Giulia (of Just Giulia) on some Christmas…
Read MoreStuffing Waffle Turkey Sandwich
Thanksgiving is just about here turkey and most of us are gratefully stuck with a pile of leftovers. And every year, I get asked about this stuffing waffle recipe; so…
Read MoreBraised Short Rib Ragu
This ragu is on f i r e! Slow braised short rib ragu. What is better than short rib really?! This one pot of goodness is almost too easy to…
Read MoreGreek Kebabs with Tzatziki + Garlic Naan
Any chance to BBQ before the summer ends and I am up for it. You can’t beat the char of meat and vegetables or the smell and ease (plus its…
Read MoreBlackberry Sweet Rolls
I love how you can literally walk anywhere and find wild blackberries growing this time of year. Side of the highway, in the park, beside the baseball field. And during…
Read MoreThéasty New York-Style Bagels
Texan and ours first date was in New York City and since then, it’s held a special place in my heart (we got engaged there too!). I thought I would…
Read MoreStreet Corn Chicken Enchiladas
In a strange reversal of fortune, my busy life this year has made it more difficult than ever to find time for friends and family on the weekend. So I…
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Thea's culinary journey began over a decade ago when she reignited a lifelong passion for great flavors in her own kitchen. Since then she has appeared on both Canadian and American television, acted as a national campaign spokesperson for major lifestyle chains, and served as brand ambassador for a wide range of food and home brands. Her unique experiences make her lens into the world both captivating and fun.
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About Thea
When not working, Thea's energetic and zealous approach to life takes her all around the world experiencing culinary delights and new cultural experiences.
At home she enjoys a good bottle of Cabernet and a quiet night in the kitchen with Jazz on the radio.
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