Squash season is a wonderful time of year, despite the mealtime protests from kids around the world. Prepare it right and you may even win those dubious littles over. And if not, oh well—more the rest of us! Cut off the top and bottom of the squash. Use a peeler to remove all the skin in [...]
On June 5th, Stuart McKean, our friend and Quadra Island Store Manager, was diagnosed with ALS (Lou Gehrig's Disease). The disease has already affected Stu enough that he's had to stop working. To thank Stuart and to support him and his wife Val, we have joined his Team Salmon Guy in the Victoria Walk for [...]
If you haven't tried grilled romaine lettuce, you're in for a treat! Smoky with a wonderful texture, lettuce on the grill may just outshine your best Caesar salad. INGREDIENTS 2 heads of romaine lettuce, outer leaves removed & cut in half lengthwise (4 halves) 3 tablespoons of olive oil Coarse salt and fresh cracked pepper 2 tsp [...]
For those times when you reach for the baking soda mid-recipe only to discover that SOMEONE put the emptied container back in the cupboard or those midnight home baked cookie cravings—here's a handy list of baking ingredient substitutions! Baking Powder 1 teaspoon baking powder = ¼ teaspoon baking soda + ½ teaspoon cream of tartar + [...]
Butterflying a whole chicken simply means you are removing the sternum and backbone of the bird so it can lay flat. This cuts the cooking time in half, looks fancy on a platter and can be done in three simple steps. Tools: Good kitchen shears Sharp paring knife Cutting board Method Step 1 Prepare the [...]
Cooking salmon is child's play for we coast and island dwellers, right? Not necessarily. Many of us find cooking up this glorious fish a bit intimidating. Will it be too dry? Is it undercooked? Skin or no skin? Well, here's a few tips for serving up a perfectly cooked salmon. Preheat a neutral cooking oil [...]
EVERYONE loves fresh summer berries, including mould. Follow these tips to keep firm berries like strawberries, blackberries, and blueberries fresher longer. 1. Pick through & eliminate Pour the berries out onto a flat surface or rimmed cookie sheet and pick out any mouldy or squashed ones. If you're not planning to eat them all in one go, [...]
Here are a few simple tips to keep your store-bought eggs fresh and delicious longer. BUY FRESH EGGS This seems obvious, but do be sure to look at the expiration dates of your eggs. Pick them up last when shopping and ask they they're packed with frozen or cold groceries to keep them cool KEEP 'EM [...]
The days are getting warmer and that means you'll (ideally) be spending more time cooking outdoors. Time to prep your grill for the season and get cooking! Step One Gather your tools. You'll need a stiff grill brush, a clean rag, vegetable oil, a bowl or clean & empty yogurt container and tongs. Step Two Heat [...]
Making your own herbal salt is a wonderful way to incorporate healthy and tasty herbs into every meal with a dash or a sprinkle. Make salt "simples" (one herb) or blends easily at home. All you really need to get started is a good local sea salt (there are several made in BC) and your favourite herbs. Of course, [...]
