What makes a burger the ultimate grill champion and a dish that all food lovers can get behind? Whether you’re a beef eater, prefer chicken or are living your best veggie life, there’s a burger for everyone.     With Father’s Day right around the corner, why not create the ultimate burger for dad? This loaded nacho burger is made with a prime rib patty and features a layer of gooey jalapeño-studded Monterey Jack cheese. It’s... [read more]

Make this kicked-up twist on a Moscow mule your house drink this summer. Jalapeño-spiked lemonade and fiery ginger beer collude to make this warm-weather sipper spicy (but not alarmingly so) and sweet.     Feel free to swap out the ginger beer for ginger ale if you want a milder flavour. Serve well chilled in copper mugs with straws over crushed ice.    Kicked-Up Mexican Mule  Prep time: 10 minutes  Serves:... [read more]

Trade in your “meh” greens for avocado, fennel and orange in this salad with a crunchy and zingy dressing that guarantees excitement to counter palate fatigue. The lean dressing will complement this refreshing and salad seamlessly, making it perfect for a lunch on the go or with summer barbecues. Fennel, Orange and Avocado Salad Prep time: 30 minutes Cook time: 5 minutes Serves: 4 Ingredients: 1 fennel bulb, thinly sliced 2 oranges, peeled with a knife and... [read more]

The snow has melted and grilling season is around the corner. It may not be summer just yet, but you do not have to wait to enjoy that perfectly charred steak fresh off the grill. Open-faced Steak Sandwich Serves 2-3 Ingredients • 1 10oz New York Strip Steak, 1” thick • 2 red, green or orange peppers • 1 sweet onion • 1 bottle (341 mL) Rickard's Red • 1 lime • 1 baguette • Cilantro Directions 1. Thinly slice peppers and... [read more]

Canada turns 150 this year and families can feel fortunate for the many healthy and delicious local foods that inspire gatherings with great friends. In fact, more than eight out of 10 Canadians want to cook with more fresh, local or regional ingredients according to a recent study. Fortunately, celebrated Canadian chefs, like Toronto's Cory Vitiello, make it easy with delicious recipes for any kind of family gathering. For an easy-to-share reunion winner made with wholesome ancient... [read more]