Aug
20
2015

Greek Salad - 4 Ways

Salad of Choice For Hot Summer Days

Variations on the Greek Salad

The Greek Salad is fresh, healthy, and I like the fact that we can be creative with it. On my last trip to Greece, I had a Greek Salad at every meal and I was impressed with the number of variations I found in my plate. So I thought it would be fun to share a few, just to inspire you to create your own, using what you have available in your fridge. This could become a summer favourite for you and your family. All you need is to know the basic ingredient and have fun recreating it!

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Aug
19
2014

BBQ Corn On The Cob With Grilled Shrimp

Summer is not over — We need to ENJOY IT MORE!

Grilled Shrimp

Can you believe we are already getting ready for fall? I feel like we haven’t seen summer…

So, I decided to really enjoy the last days before the back-to-school routine kicks in and the one-pot oven meals and slow cooker season begins. Here is my ultimate late summer menu:

 

BBQ Corn on the cob with grilled shrimp


Ingredients:

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Jul
18
2014

Here is a perfect summer recipe, which I learned during my Italian Cooking Immersion in Parma at Academia Barilla. It is easy to make, and even though it requires a little more time, your patience will be rewarded with ecstatic pleasure, as it is so delish! So, get your mixer ready and let's whip up an unforgettable dessert. 

Ingredients:

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May
28
2014

Have A Lobster Feast: 3 Great Ways To Enjoy Lobster

Whether it's steamed, boiled or barbecued, lobster is a tasty treat!

It's lobster season once again. Woohoo! It means summer is right around the corner! To enjoy this marvel from the sea to its best, here are 3 easy ways to eat it—whole, in a bun, and in a bowl.

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Aug
06
2012

Three Great Summer Drinks

Girlie, Fun and Refreshing

What a great summer we are having! Just the way we like it: sunny and HOT!!! A perfect summer needs the perfect refreshing beverage to enjoy in late afternoon with friends, in the garden, by the pool, on the balcony or the patio and if you are lucky enough, on the beach.

Here are three of my summer favourites:

Sangria Rosé

Perfectly girlie and absolutely delicious with fresh fruits and rosé wine.

1 peach cut in pieces

1 cup of mixed berries

1 ½ cup of white grape juice (or cranberry juice)

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