Punches A dash of bitters and a sprinkle of spice, serve well chilled with plenty of ice. And ta-daaah! You’ve got yourself a punch. This rhyme originates from Barbados, and if you’ve ever drunk punch in Barbados, you’ll trust this is the perfect guideline for making it. The beauty of punch is that there’s no … Continued
It’s summer. It’s hot. Need we say more? Here’s a selection of recipe from our cookbooks to help you beat the heat. This sorbet is already super refreshing. Get the recipe here. Why not enjoy a cocktail with brunch? There’s no need to stop at pastries and cheese. After all, we are being indulgent. Get … Continued
Homemade smoothies are a delicious way to get a dose of probiotics into your diet while skipping the sugar usually found in store-bought flavoured yogurts. While berry and mango smoothies are naturally sweet and delicious, this protein-packed chocolate smoothie is rich enough for dessert and healthy enough for a midday indulgence. Serves 2-4 INGREDIENTS 2 … Continued
Lassi Lassi is a traditional beverage made by blending buttermilk or yogurt and water or other fruits, juices and spices until frothy. It is enjoyed chilled, as either sweet or salty hot-weather refreshment. It’s also consumed to cool the palate when eating spicy foods. Makes 1-2 servings Gluten-free & Vegetarian INGREDIENTS ¾ cup Yogurt 1 … Continued
Why not enjoy a cocktail with brunch? There’s no need to stop at pastries and cheese. After all, we are being indulgent. INGREDIENTS 1/2 cup granulated sugar 8 English Breakfast teabags 1 cup fresh mint leaves, plus more for garnish 2 cups bourbon 1–2 lemons Ice cubes RECIPE In a large pot over high heat, … Continued
When mangoes are ripe, they taste like the beach and sunshine. When they are underripe, they taste like chalk. So, be sure your mangoes taste like beach and sunshine before proceeding with this recipe. I blend in ginger, lime juice, a bit of vodka and salt because they also belong with any beach experience, in … Continued
Rhubarb starts to make itself known in the early spring, when gardens on Vancouver Island are just coming alive and whispering to us that summer is 1 cup packed brown sugar almost here and CSA boxes will soon be spilling over with fresh fruits and vegetables. Rhubarb and strawberry make the perfect duo if you’re … Continued
There’s no need for an ice cream maker here; all you need is a food processor, a mixer and a handful of ingredients. The result? A fresh, creamy taste, with deep strawberry flavour and just a murmur of balsamic. Simple. Sensational. INGREDIENTS 3-3/4 cups fresh, ripe strawberries, rinsed 1/2 cup superfine sugar 2 tsp balsamic … Continued
Here is another simple everyday dish that everyone can put their own spin on. I learned this version from my auntie, whom I often stayed with as a child. She makes the best misir wot ever. (Shhh—don’t tell my mom I said that!) INGREDIENTS Serves 4–6 1 cup red lentils 1 medium yellow onion, diced … Continued
Gingersnap Blondies This recipe for these edibles is easier than keeping up with the sunscreen if you’re a ginger. SUGGESTED MOOD/STRAIN Ginger Punch is a hybrid that’s said to smell like strawberry candy. Makes 16 squares with 6 Tbsp cannabutter (almost 7 mg THC per piece). INGREDIENTS 1/4 cup + 2 Tbsp cannabutter (85 g) … Continued
Here are five recipes for those long summer weekends when all you want to do is dip. Dip things in chips, dip your feet into the water, dip into a romance novel that’s been sitting on your bedside table since last summer. Here’s some of our favourite recipes to keep you satisfied and satiated! INGREDIENTS … Continued
Farm Eggs Island Style with Cherry Tomatoes and Roasted Asparagus This is our Island version of huevos rancheros which translates literally to ranch eggs. It is my husband’s preferred way to use the gloriously fresh eggs we’re lucky enough to get from our chickens. I love to add whatever is fresh from the fields, but … Continued