Michael Potters Recipe for Seared Scallops and Fresh Peas

I’m at a the filming of Chef Worthy, a new food show to air soon on W Network, waiting to be called to pass my expert judgment on an amateur chef’s creation. Back stage with me is Micheal Potter, host of Chef Worthy and owner of Harvest restaurant in beautiful Picton, Ontario. Since we are [...]


Posted in Recipes, The Foodie-file, Sat, 13/06/09 | Comments Off

Drink for a Good Cause This Summer

The Intercontinental in Toronto is featuring the Ernestine Elixir Cocktail all summer long on The Skylounge, my favourite city patio for lounging. A sweet mix of Hpnotiq, SOHO Lychee Liqueur and cranberry juice, it’s served in a chilled vanilla sugar-rimmed martini glass. Feel good about indulging in a this treat because one dollar of every [...]


Posted in Events, The Foodie-file, Sat, 6/06/09 | Comments Off

What is Merquen?

Today’s foodie question is from Marlene who writes: “I purchased a spice called Merquen when in Chile. We had it in a dip served with sopappilas. I was wondering if you have a dip recipe using this spice.”


Posted in Recipes, The Foodie-file, Thu, 4/06/09 | 1 comment