Recipe Review

Some yummy summer treats:

Blackberry Cream Soda - CHOW

Interesting Weiner Toppings - Slashfood

L'Opera Milkshake - David Lebovitz

Venison Recipes - National Post

Coconut Macaroon Tart with Fruit - Seasonal Ontario Food

Happy Canada Day!

It greatly upsets me when non-patriotic types declare that there are no foods out there that are specifically Canadian. I believe that my list of 100 Canadian Foods to Eat would definitely suggest otherwise.

On Canada Day, local blogs and papers have also taken some time to define what they believe to be their most loved Canadian delicacies.

Take a look:

Foodies discuss their favourite local dishes - Globe and Mail

Menu for a Canada Day Party - Maple Syrup and Poutine

Does Canada have a national dish? - Canadian Living

A recipe for Wilkie's butter tarts - National Post

Food in the News - Lets Ketchup! (so cheesy)

(Image taken from National Post on-line article)

Ketchup, catsup - however you spell it - Which one tastes best? - National Post

More reasons to make your own ice cream (as if you really needed any) - CBC Food Bytes

Orange juice, be wary of what you buy - CBC Food Bytes and Toronto Star

We've discussed this before, just because it says "organic" doesn't mean it is "organic" - Gourmet

Lobster, it's cheap! Not for every Canadian though - CBC Food Bytes

Elizabeth Baird and Rose Murray cook Canadian - Windsor Star

Another reason to be proud of Canadian food - Canola Oil! - National Post

Help for the Holidays

Hannukah, Christmas, Yule, Kwanzaa, Winter Solstice and the coming of the New Year - December is filled with reasons to celebrate! Here are some helpful articles for entertaining.

Now there is Festivus (for the rest of us) - CHOW

What food can one make with the givings of a food bank? - CBC

Snowmen treats for all - Hostess with the Mostest

Sweet Potato Kugel Recipe - National Post

Maple Eggnog - this one's for you Nicole! - Seasonal Ontario Food

Food in the News

How to make off-season tomatoes edible - CHOW

Why buying halal meat may be the most ethical choice - Toronto Life

The European Commission does not want ugly food - National Post

Some of the cutest aprons ever - Etsy

Foie without the guilt - Globe and Mail

What would you choose for your last meal? - Slashfood

Booze in the News

Beer cocktails, a twist on the usual - GlamDish (photo credit goes to them)

The return of sherry. I never knew it left! - Saveur


In a shaky economy $10 - $20 wines give the best bang for your buck - NY Times


Q tonic, some Hendricks and a squeeze of lime, just may be the best drink ever - National Post


Mission Hill Oculus, a gorgeous wine - Vancouver Sun

Recipe Review

I heart poutine - blog's name kinda cements this. Here are some of Bonnie Stern's latest recipes for the cheesy, gravy covered Canadian concoction - National Post

I am at work every day, which must mean the kids are back in school. Some ideas for fantastic lunches - Epicurious

Recipes for breaking the fast during Ramadan - Epicurious

My mother adores chutney. She uses it as some would ketchup. Here are some recipes to add to her arsenal. - Seasonal Ontario Food

Food in the News

Besides the Detroit Coney Dog, here are 5 hot dogs that will make you keel over - Al Dente

A debate, should you hide the veggies or just teach your kids healthy eating habits? - Epicurious

What makes a perfect taco, burger, pizza or pad thai? - 7x7 San Francisco

With only 1 weekend left before Labour Day, here is the perfect cottage meal - National Post

Something I want to join in on, an Underground Dinner Party - Globe and Mail

The gourmet comfort food trend is not over - rethinking the corn dog - National Post

Food in the News

After the recent salmonella scare, Guelph scientists are working to vaccinate tomatoes - CBC

Vancouver is named one of the world's best "restaurant cities" - National Post

How to take those common kitchen appliances to the next level - CHOW

10 techniques that every cook should know - I may need to brush up - San Francisco Chronicle

Recipe Reviews

Cupcake Pops - absolutely adorable! - Bakerella (photo courtesy of this website)

Michigan Coney Sauce - but for the best Coney dogs you'll need to visit Detroit - CHOW

The best food for a Wii party! - CHOW

And for a couple of food challenges:

Nigella's version of Mac & Cheese - Always in the Kitchen

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The best Mac & Cheese Ever - National Post

How to make your own Tofu - CHOW

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How to make the perfect burger - Globe and Mail

Food in the News - The Drinking Edition

I seem to have gathered quite a few articles about drinking. Hopefully this only leads you to believe that I would like my beverages to enhance my meal and not that I am a full-on lush.

Do you believe in biodynamic wineries? - Globe and Mail

Robert Parker seems to be raising his ratings and lowering their relevance - CHOW

Call it ethical, green or organic; it is still vodka. - Globe and Mail

Wines for your patio party - Toronto Star

How to make your own beer liquer- National Post