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Cocktails: Mandatory Creativity for Restaurants [Part 1]
Cocktails: Mandatory Creativity for Restaurants [Part 1]

Mad Men, the American period drama that debuted in 2007, was part of the cultural movement to revive the cocktail hour as an essential part of

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Yves Farges (QFG) [FARYVE]

January 12, 2021

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Should You Use Yuzu Pao or Yuzu Bang?
Should You Use Yuzu Pao or Yuzu Bang?

If you're wondering what's the difference between Yuzu Bang and Yuzu Pao and how to best use them, then this blog post is for you.

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Yves Farges (QFG) [FARYVE]

September 10, 2020

Asparagus Sauce Recipe
Asparagus Sauce Recipe

Doubling the pleasure of asparagus, this smooth silky green sauce has a savoury umami flavour from nutritional yeast. It's also delicious on pasta or fish.

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Jodi MacKinnon (QFG) [MACJOD]

September 10, 2020

Hearts of Palm Rings – Palamari
Hearts of Palm Rings – Palamari

Hearts of Palm Rings - Palamari A highly addictive, crunchy vegan appetiser with a fresh citrusy aioli. Bonus, it's also Paleo-friendly. Hearts

AmericanAppetizerVegancitrusdavidshealthy eatingvegetable

Jodi MacKinnon (QFG) [MACJOD]

April 16, 2019

Lychee Gimlet Cocktail Recipe
Lychee Gimlet Cocktail Recipe

Create an exotic gin cocktail with this gimlet recipe using rose and grape flavoured lychee fruit puree. A touch of chili powder really amps up flavour.

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Jodi MacKinnon (QFG) [MACJOD]

November 12, 2018

Peppadew Pepper Salsa
Peppadew Pepper Salsa

A fresh and flavourful salsa recipe loaded with colourful peppers and just the right amount of spicy heat. Not just for chips.

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Jodi MacKinnon (QFG) [MACJOD]

August 16, 2018

Vegan Deep Fried Cauliflower Wings Recipe
Vegan Deep Fried Cauliflower Wings Recipe

A delicious, easy-to-prepare vegan appetizer of golden, crunchy morsels of fried cauliflower with a spicy dipping sauce. No meat in these wings!

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Jodi MacKinnon (QFG) [MACJOD]

July 24, 2018

Shaved Fennel, Guinette Cherries, and Arugula Salad Recipe
Shaved Fennel, Guinette Cherries, and Arugula Salad Recipe

Cherry flavour abounds in both the salad and vinaigrette. Perfect to start a meal or add slices of rosy grilled duck breast and turn it into a main course.

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Deborah Reid [REIDEB]

May 17, 2018

Porcini Nuckhen Canape Recipe
Porcini Nuckhen Canape Recipe

An Italian vegan canape made with savoury porcini mushroom, roasted sweet pepper, golden nuckhen, and fresh basil.

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Jodi MacKinnon (QFG) [MACJOD]

April 24, 2018

Crispy Vegan Bites with Piquillo Pepper and Quinoa Salsa
Crispy Vegan Bites with Piquillo Pepper and Quinoa Salsa

Golden, crispy vegan bites with a spicy piquillo and quinoa salsa, ready to disappear in no time. Easy to make. Can be refrigerated until ready to fry.

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Jodi MacKinnon (QFG) [MACJOD]

April 23, 2018

Charcoal Gnocchi in a Parmesan Cream Sauce
Charcoal Gnocchi in a Parmesan Cream Sauce

Activated charcoal, an ingredient from the modern pantry, transforms this classic Italian dish into a stunning presentation sure to wow dinner guests.

AppetizerItalianappetizergrainsvegetarian

Jodi MacKinnon (QFG) [MACJOD]

October 23, 2017

Arancini Recipe
Arancini Recipe

Bite into this simple and classic Italian appetizer and enjoy the oozing melted mozzarella in the centre of these crisp and golden rice balls.

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Jodi MacKinnon (QFG) [MACJOD]

October 23, 2017

David’s Delicious Hummus
David’s Delicious Hummus

Traditional hummus gets a flavour makeover when you add David's Lemon Herb Rub.

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Ray Martin (QFG) [marray]

March 14, 2017

Bacon Wrapped Chestnuts
Bacon Wrapped Chestnuts

An elegant and easy appetizer that's perfect with cocktails.

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Jodi MacKinnon (QFG) [MACJOD]

November 30, 2016

Grand Caesar Cocktail
Grand Caesar Cocktail

This perfectly spiced, small-batch caesar mix is guaranteed to up your brunch cocktail game. Load it with garnishes and turn it into the main course.

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Jodi MacKinnon (QFG) [MACJOD]

April 15, 2016

Women & Cocktails: A Powerful Principle to Understand [Part 3]
Women & Cocktails: A Powerful Principle to Understand [Part 3]

My team asked that I write a post about women and cocktails, and I feel as if I have been handed a live grenade on a silver tray. Why you ask? There is

Tips for BartendersTips for Restaurantsbartendingcocktail series

Yves Farges (QFG) [FARYVE]

January 7, 2016

Cocktails: Ingredients meet Knowledge to Evoke Pleasure [Part 2]
Cocktails: Ingredients meet Knowledge to Evoke Pleasure [Part 2]

A meal cooked at home is quite different from a meal produced by a professional chef in a restaurant. This also holds true for cocktails as well. There is

Tips for BartendersTips for Restaurantsbartendingcocktail series

Yves Farges (QFG) [FARYVE]

December 29, 2015

Chickpea Croutons
Chickpea Croutons

Seasoned and twice-roasted chickpeas are a great substitute for croutons on salads and are delicious eaten by the handful as a healthy snack.

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Jodi MacKinnon (QFG) [MACJOD]

October 14, 2014

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