Posts Tagged ‘mexican’
9 Cinco de Mayo Recipes to Amp up your Fiesta
C i n c o d e M a y o. Yes – this occasion has nothing to do with Canada or the US for that matter, but any excuse to make some Mexican food and drink some margs and you have me at hello. Here are nine of my favorite Cinco De Mayo recipes…
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 the weather outside was dreadful and cold. I went looking for a piece of inexpensive meat for some braised tacos and found an inside round…
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 decided to spend more time during the week with those I care about most by inviting some of my favorite people over on weekdays to…
Read MoreSimple Watermelon Salsa
Switch up you regular pico with a juicy twist! Watermelon has been all the craze this year so why not share one of my favorite salsas: Watermelon style! I originally created this recipe for my Steak and Watermelon tacos but have since used it to add some pop to BBQ Chicken, breakfast items or just…
Read MoreChicken Tortilla Soup
No one can beat my Chicken Tortilla Soup. It’s certainly a fan favorite with my friends and family. This soup can be eaten at any time of year. The fresh bold ingredients, make it a perfect summer appetizer; while the heat and spice will warm you up on the cold winter days. Say goodbye…
Read MoreSweet Chili Corn Soup
Corn is one of my all time favorite ingredients. It tastes delightful on its own or it can be made into a number of sweet or savory dishes. During the summer months, I eat corn weekly (typically on the cob, slathered in butter) and this year I’ve been trying out a number of different recipes…
Read MoreSheet Pan Steak Tacos
New video. Watch as I make these awesome tacos in my own kitchen… Someone asked me while working if I could choose one thing to eat for the rest of my life, what would it be. I said “Tacos.” That may come as a surprise to some (because of my pasta obsession) but there is…
Read MoreVegetarian Taco Salad
It’s only a few days before the official “hello” to summer and I’ve been on a bit of a health kick. Before you roll your eyes at me, I’m not saying I don’t eat tacos or pasta I mean who can stop eating that!? but I’ve been trying to cook less meat and incorporate more vegetables and…
Read MoreMexican Street Corn
My All time favorite snack. Give me a plate of these, and I’m a happy girl! This fun treat is perfect as a starter or a contribution to a party. Its inexpensive, quick and very easy to make. Directions: On a medium pan lined with tinfoil, place shucked corn in the oven at…
Read MoreExplore White Rock
It was (and still has been) rainy in Vancouver every. damn. day. Don’t get me wrong, I’d choose rain and mild temps any day over snow but staying inside and not seeing the light of day can get you a little run down. So, when my friends at Roam asked me to work with them…
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