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Hugo Cocktail Recipe
Hugo Cocktail Recipe

Elderflower Cordial, Lime Cordial, and a mint garnish, best served in a hurricane, cordial, or wine glass with a splash of prosecco.

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Jodi MacKinnon (QFG) [MACJOD]

March 7, 2021

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Kiwi Crush Cocktail Recipe
Kiwi Crush Cocktail Recipe

A sweet green cocktail with grapefruit juice and Elderflower cordial, best served very cold in a martini glass, garnished with a kiwi slice.

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Jodi MacKinnon (QFG) [MACJOD]

March 7, 2021

Olives: The Spheres of Hospitality
Olives: The Spheres of Hospitality

Olives have been part of man's progress for millennia.Alexander conquered most of the known world with olives close at hand and the Roman Empire certainly

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Yves Farges (QFG) [FARYVE]

January 29, 2021

Orange bitters: Stay on top of the Cocktail Renaissance
Orange bitters: Stay on top of the Cocktail Renaissance

If you were with M. Twain during the late 19th century and order a dry martini, you would have received a drink that was about equal parts gin and dry vermouth.

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Jodi MacKinnon (QFG) [MACJOD]

January 26, 2021

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

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

Butter Bean Soup
Butter Bean Soup

Butter Bean Soup An easy and spectacular transformation of the protein-rich butter bean into a silken puree soup infused with the flavour of wild

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Jodi MacKinnon (QFG) [MACJOD]

April 7, 2019

Roasted Piquillo Soup Recipe
Roasted Piquillo Soup Recipe

Smoky pepper and tomato are the perfect flavour combination in this spicy soup. Warm up on a cold day or chill and serve cold.

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Jodi MacKinnon (QFG) [MACJOD]

December 1, 2018

Seared Tenderloin with Sweet Potato, Barley and Lentil Pilaf and Pear Demi-Glace
Seared Tenderloin with Sweet Potato, Barley and Lentil Pilaf and Pear Demi-Glace

A delicious seared tenderloin recipe packed with healthy grains and vegetables, finished with a complementary pear demi-glaze. Ideal for an elegant dinner.

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Jodi MacKinnon (QFG) [MACJOD]

November 12, 2018

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

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

Vegan White Beans with Smoked Nuckhen Recipe
Vegan White Beans with Smoked Nuckhen Recipe

Herbs de Provence and hickory give this vegan meat substitute savoury flavours. Creamy white beans and golden, tender nuckhen are a perfect contrast.

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Jodi MacKinnon (QFG) [MACJOD]

April 24, 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

Smoked Paprika Burgers with Beet Relish Recipe
Smoked Paprika Burgers with Beet Relish Recipe

Our adaptation of Gordon Ramsay's recipe features La Chinata smoked paprika in the burger patties. Beet relish makes the ideal accompaniment.

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Jodi MacKinnon (QFG) [MACJOD]

October 2, 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.

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Jodi MacKinnon (QFG) [MACJOD]

September 25, 2017

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

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

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