Porcini Mushroom Delights
Our rendition of an old family favourite that ordinarily called for sour cream and canned mushrooms is done here with porcini mushrooms, whipping cream, Marsala wine and a fancy tart cutter. Perfect for any affair.
Lacy cheese crisps with Asiago
Lacy Cheese Crisps with Asiago bring a delightful crunch to your snacking experience! These golden, delicate crisps are made with rich, sharp Asiago cheese, baked to perfection for a satisfyingly crispy texture. Perfect for pairing with your favourite dips, soups, or salads, they add a burst of cheesy flavour that elevates any dish.
zucchini fritters
Spicy fresh tuna on ruffled potato chips
Pear mango quesadilla
Homemade potato chips
I take the time to write little love notes for my daughter’s lunchbox, or drop in at her school unannounced, and I always look for ways to make her friends feel special.
I created this recipe for homemade potato chips and on a day when she had friends over for a playdate, I served them with ketchup. I watched and listened while these little friends dipped and double dipped, giggled, munched, and had the cutest, most interesting conversation over this simple bowl of homemade potato chips. Something so simple made special.
Pear with goat cheese and prosciutto
A back lane dinner invitation and a promise to bring something nice brought me to a neighbourhood grocery store looking for ideas. “I’m looking for an appetizer that will make a great first impression,” I said. “Figs, goat cheese, basil, prosciutto, balsamic vinegar, brown sugar” was the reply. My neighbours never forgot the figs. Here, with figs out of season, we switched them up with pears.
Panko-crusted potato fritters
Crispy on the outside and fluffy on the inside, Panko crusted potato fritters are a delightful twist on traditional comfort food. Made from creamy mashed potatoes mixed with fresh herbs and spices, these fritters are coated in crunchy panko breadcrumbs for an irresistible texture.
Spring roll stuffed with crabmeat, halibut and shrimp
Halibut, shrimp and crab combined with lemongrass, ginger and cilantro served with an Asian inspired dip that delivers a stunning twist on taste. This delicious starter transforms any dinner party into a classic event and like all things classic, long remembered.
Mari’sItalian lentil soup with chicken, spinach, and Parmesan
A heartwarming Italian soup starts with our favourite San Marzano canned tomatoes. A level-up Minestrone, with chicken and spinach…so hearty and delicious.
tomato, cucumber and onion salad
Try this classic tomato, cucumber, and onion salad—a refreshing, flavorful dish. With ripe tomatoes, crisp cucumbers, and zesty onions, this vibrant salad complements any meal and is quick to prepare.
Roasted cauliflower with lemon, chile and watercress
Duck consommé with quail egg and young vegetables
Summer Radishes With Cold Butter And Sea Salt
On a recent trip to New York, my daughter and I had dinner at the French restaurant, Le Dive in the lower east side. It was a bit hipster and loud. Think young person’s night club with loud music and tiny stools. You know the kind you’re trying to balance on, and look cool a the same time. Haha!
My daughter loved it, and I did all I could to blend in. But then we opened the menu and at the very top was: Radishes and butter with warm baguette. We ordered it straight away!
Vegetarian split-pea soup
Fruit salad with lime vinaigrette
Red Cabbage Slaw
Mari’s Holy Grail Pizza Sauce
Here is the secret to the best tomato sauce around, and the truth is it only takes 10 minutes!
Chicken, avocado and tortilla salad with lime cilantro vinaigrette
A delicious and addictive Mexican-inspired Summer salad with chicken, avocado, roasted corn, and red onion, and the perfect vinaigrette.
Beautiful flavours with the perfect tortilla crunch. You’ll want to make this one all summer long.
