Before the beautiful Thanksgiving day dinner my family likes to serve a variety of appetizers.  Some are simple, and some are over the top!  Here is a list of a few of my favorite Thanksgiving appetizers. Brie En Croute – puffed pastry does magic making this dish into a Thanksgiving home-run appetizer.  I like to [...]

(NC)—Easy to make with pre-cut vegetables and prepared in the microwave, this hearty fall bisque combines the rich mellow flavour of mushrooms with any of the varieties of squash, in season. Evaporated milk adds creaminess but keeps it low in fat. Preparation Time: 15 minutes Cooking Time: 15 minutes 1 tbsp (15 mL) butter 1 [...]

(NC)—Take your appetizers from the usual to the unexpected with these individual tartlets that feature sweet Ontario pears as the star. With a few simple pantry items, frozen mini tartlet shells, cheese and fresh delicious pears, these elegant bite-sized morsels can be prepared in a flash. 18 prepared frozen mini-tartlet shells, par-baked as per package [...]

(NC)—In place of crostini or crackers on a cheese plate, bake pear slices. This truly beautiful summer starter showcases the shape of the sweetened pear and tops it with rich goat cheese. Choose Ontario Bartlett or Bosc pears for a crisp, sweet base that cuts the sharpness of the cheese. 1 firm Ontario Pear 1 1/2 [...]

(NC)—Canada produces a wide variety of fresh fall produce and it’s wonderful to enjoy them when they are in season. Canadians don’t have to look very far to find delicious fresh fruits and veggies, as many grocery retailers are now stocking more local produce. For example, during peak season, up to 40% of produce in [...]

(NC)—Sweet potatoes, Ontario apples and the rich tang of Gruyère cheese are a divine combination of flavours and add a sweet touch to Sunday night’s roast pork dinner or your Thanksgiving dinner. 3 lbs sweet potatoes, peeled and sliced in 1/4-inch (5 mm) thick rounds 1.5 kg 1 onion, thinly sliced into rings 1 4 Ontario [...]

Here is the my top ten list of my have dinner items on my Thanksgiving Dinner table! 10. A succulent turkey.  Yes, I am putting this at number 10 and not number 1 because I’m truly not a huge turkey fan.  I like it, but I don’t love it; however, it is a must at [...]

I was at Pier 1 yesterday and was amazed at all their adorable offerings for Thanksgiving.  From kitchenwares to placements Pier 1 has just about everything, minus the food, for your holiday gathering.  Here are a few of my favorites: This adorable platter is crafted from Dolomite, hand-painted and is dishwasher-safe.  It retails for $32.95 [...]

About five years ago I had Thanksgiving dinner my friend’s house.  This Thanksgiving was so memorable because it was the first time I had ever had a deep fried turkey.  That turkey had to be the most delicious and moistest turkey I have ever had!  I also remember this Thanksgiving because the host said a fire [...]

(ARA) – Entertaining friends and family during the holiday season is as customary as drinking eggnog and opening presents. These gatherings usually involve investigating new – and delicious – recipes, decorating the house to the hilt, building the perfect collection of holiday tunes to play and finding fun activities to keep everyone engaged throughout. The [...]