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Strawberry Pâte de Fruit Recipe
Strawberry Pâte de Fruit Recipe

A jellied sweet recipe with the flavour of just-picked strawberries. Perfect served for dessert or as part of your afternoon tea selection.

DessertFrenchVegandessertfruit

Jodi MacKinnon (QFG) [MACJOD]

May 23, 2018

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Guinette Cherry Galette Recipe
Guinette Cherry Galette Recipe

The taste of cherry harvest in a spectacular dessert. A unique twist on traditional cherry pie. Easily made into one large or four individual galettes.

DessertFrenchbreakbreakfastdessertfruitpastry

Deborah Reid [REIDEB]

May 17, 2018

Yuzu Curd Tart Recipe
Yuzu Curd Tart Recipe

A cross between a lemon and tangerine, this citrusy Japanese fruit gives an Asian twist to a classic French lemon tart. A bright, delicious dessert.

AmericanDessertcitrusdessertfruit

Jodi MacKinnon (QFG) [MACJOD]

May 16, 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.

AppetizerItalianappetizerbest olive oilextractshealthy eatingvegetablevegetarian

Jodi MacKinnon (QFG) [MACJOD]

April 24, 2018

Pink Praline Mini Tart Recipe
Pink Praline Mini Tart Recipe

Delightful pink pralines (pink sugar-coated almonds) make this simple and lovely tart filling extra special.

DessertFrenchPink Pralinedessertnuts

Jodi MacKinnon (QFG) [MACJOD]

January 16, 2018

Basil-Lemon Pasta in Parmesan Cream Recipe
Basil-Lemon Pasta in Parmesan Cream Recipe

Made with Italian passion for flavour and simplicity, this basil-lemon cream sauce and pasta won't disappoint. Change up the herbs and spices.

ItalianMaincitrusentréegrainspastavegetarian

Jodi MacKinnon (QFG) [MACJOD]

October 23, 2017

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.

AppetizerItalianRiceappetizergrainsvegetarian

Jodi MacKinnon (QFG) [MACJOD]

October 23, 2017

Squid Ink Pasta with Cherry Tomatoes and Dinosaur Kale
Squid Ink Pasta with Cherry Tomatoes and Dinosaur Kale

A company-worthy meal that can be on the table in 30 minutes. The squid ink pasta makes a stunning presentation tossed with tomatoes, greens and feta cheese.

ItalianMainbest olive oilentréenutspastavegetarian

Jodi MacKinnon (QFG) [MACJOD]

September 25, 2017

Coconut Milk Ice Cream Recipe
Coconut Milk Ice Cream Recipe

A fabulous dairy-free vegan ice cream made with creamy coconut milk.

AmericanDessertcoconut milkdessertice cream

Jodi MacKinnon (QFG) [MACJOD]

July 10, 2017

Broccolini and Cannellini Bean Salad
Broccolini and Cannellini Bean Salad

Cannellini beans and broccolini is a classic Italian combination tossed with balsamic dressing.

ItalianSaladbest olive oildavidsdiy salad dressinghealthy eatingsalad dressingvegetarian

Jodi MacKinnon (QFG) [MACJOD]

March 23, 2017

Grano Risotto with Cremini Mushrooms and Watercress
Grano Risotto with Cremini Mushrooms and Watercress

There's lots of umami flavour in this risotto from the toasted grano, meaty cremini mushrooms and shaved parmesan.

ItalianMainappetizerentréegrainshealthy eatingrisotto

Jodi MacKinnon (QFG) [MACJOD]

March 21, 2017

Pesto Grano Risotto with Poached Egg
Pesto Grano Risotto with Poached Egg

Grano is an ancient grain from Southern Italy with a toasted wheat flavour and texture similar to barley. Cooked with pesto and topped with a poached egg.

ItalianMainbest olive oilgrainshealthy eatingnutsrisottovegetarian

Jodi MacKinnon (QFG) [MACJOD]

March 21, 2017

Chestnut Cake
Chestnut Cake

This dense and moist hazelnut cake is a traditional Italian sweet that's ready in under an hour.

DessertItaliandessertnuts

Jodi MacKinnon (QFG) [MACJOD]

November 30, 2016

Dark Chocolate Sorbet with Himalayan Pink Salt
Dark Chocolate Sorbet with Himalayan Pink Salt

An intense, dairy-free, dark chocolate flavour with an appealing salty crunch.

AmericanDessertchocolatedessertice creammichel cluizelpink salt

Jodi MacKinnon (QFG) [MACJOD]

July 1, 2015

Black Garlic and Honey Ice Cream
Black Garlic and Honey Ice Cream

A real treat at the end of dinner, black garlic gives this ice cream notes of toffee and chocolate flavour.

AmericanDessertdessertice creamunusual pa

Jodi MacKinnon (QFG) [MACJOD]

June 8, 2015

Dark Chocolate, Cocoa Nib and Sea Salt Ice Cream
Dark Chocolate, Cocoa Nib and Sea Salt Ice Cream

This dark and bittersweet ice cream with crunchy cocoa nibs and flakes of sea salt is a chocolate lover's dream.

AmericanDessertchocolatedessertice creamsea salt

Jodi MacKinnon (QFG) [MACJOD]

May 19, 2015

Bourbon Vanilla Bean Ice Cream
Bourbon Vanilla Bean Ice Cream

Smooth, creamy with an intense vanilla flavour from real vanilla bean and vanilla powder

AmericanDessertdessertice cream

Jodi MacKinnon (QFG) [MACJOD]

May 18, 2015

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