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Aromatic Woods for Smoking Foods DIY Quality
Aromatic Woods for Smoking Foods DIY Quality

Summer is all around us. Foods get cooked outside, on a wide variety of grills, BBQ, and sometimes just toasted over an open fire. We all savour that

Tips for Chefs

Yves Farges (QFG) [FARYVE]

January 27, 2021

One Way Street
One Way Street

Those in the retail food and restaurant industry follow many different paths when navigating their perceived road to success. These "streets" help define

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Yves Farges (QFG) [FARYVE]

January 19, 2021

What is Crunchtine?
What is Crunchtine?

Lawrence Tracey reached out on the Ask Yves page for the following question: What is Crunchtine? Even Google does not know about it. The Answer:

Tips for Chefs

Yves Farges (QFG) [FARYVE]

January 3, 2021

Discover Why Yuzu is the new favorite of Top Chefs?
Discover Why Yuzu is the new favorite of Top Chefs?

The exotic flavour of this tiny Japanese citrus fruit adds a welcome and potent zing to everything from dressing to desserts. What can you do with Yuzu?

Tips for Chefscitrusyuzu

Jodi MacKinnon (QFG) [MACJOD]

September 10, 2020

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.

Tips for Chefsbartendingcitrus

Yves Farges (QFG) [FARYVE]

September 10, 2020

Summer Smoked Spanish Paprika Dressing
Summer Smoked Spanish Paprika Dressing

Summer Smoked Spanish Paprika Dressing A quick and easy dressing with mouthwatering Spanish flavours to toss on a fresh green salad or spoon over charcoal

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Jodi MacKinnon (QFG) [MACJOD]

September 10, 2020

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

Broccoli, Snap Pea and Toasted Hemp Salad Recipe
Broccoli, Snap Pea and Toasted Hemp Salad Recipe

An easy salad packed with broccoli and snap peas, tossed with a refreshing honey lime dressing and protein-rich toasted hemp seeds.

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Jodi MacKinnon (QFG) [MACJOD]

May 17, 2018

Grain Salad with Miso-Orange Marinated Nuckhen
Grain Salad with Miso-Orange Marinated Nuckhen

Its packed with protein from grains and the tender, meat-like protein nuckhen and has a fresh citrus flavour.

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Jodi MacKinnon (QFG) [MACJOD]

April 24, 2018

Blood Orange and Yuzu Juice Dressing
Blood Orange and Yuzu Juice Dressing

A dressing with fresh and exotic citrus flavour and a hint of sweetness that's delicious on bitter greens like arugula or watercress or on grain salads.

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Jodi MacKinnon (QFG) [MACJOD]

March 5, 2018

Middle Eastern Six Grain Salad Recipe
Middle Eastern Six Grain Salad Recipe

A Middle Eastern salad with lots of fresh-herb flavour made with a unique blend of six grains including wehani rice, rye berries and brown rice

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Jodi MacKinnon (QFG) [MACJOD]

June 5, 2017

Orange, Black Barley and Spinach Salad
Orange, Black Barley and Spinach Salad

Black barley and orange segments create a spectacular presentation in this protein-rich salad.

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Jodi MacKinnon (QFG) [MACJOD]

March 24, 2017

Strawberry and Kale Sorghum Salad
Strawberry and Kale Sorghum Salad

Red quinoa gives this salad a pleasant crunch and boosts the protein. The strawberries add beautiful colour and the right amount of sweetness in the dressing.

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Jodi MacKinnon (QFG) [MACJOD]

March 24, 2017

Herb de Provence Vinaigrette à la David
Herb de Provence Vinaigrette à la David

Whisk David's Herb de Provence blend into this easy vinaigrette and toss with your favourite greens, beans, pasta, or grain salad.

FrenchSaladbest olive oildavidsdiy salad dressinghealthy eatingsaladsalad dressingvegetarian

Ray Martin (QFG) [marray]

March 14, 2017

Tips for Chefs on New Menu Creation
Tips for Chefs on New Menu Creation

Menu creation requires the respect and time it deserves because when art meets science, the wait is always worth the result.

Tips for ChefsTips for Restaurants

Yves Farges (QFG) [FARYVE]

September 14, 2015

Show Me … SHOYU: The Secret Life of Real Soy Sauce
Show Me … SHOYU: The Secret Life of Real Soy Sauce

Let's explore the world of Shoyu and also talk a little about Tamari. How is soy sauce made? and most importantly what makes a quality soy sauce?

Tips for Chefssoy sauce

Yves Farges (QFG) [FARYVE]

August 10, 2015

Six Grain Salad
Six Grain Salad

Antipasto vegetables, walnuts and goat cheese dress up this wholesome, easy to prepare, rice salad.

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Jodi MacKinnon (QFG) [MACJOD]

March 24, 2015

Warm Beluga Lentil and Sweet Potato Salad
Warm Beluga Lentil and Sweet Potato Salad

Sweet potato and black beluga lentils make a gorgeous composed salad that's perfect on its own for lunch or as a side for grilled chicken or barbecue ribs.

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Jodi MacKinnon (QFG) [MACJOD]

March 11, 2015

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