Few desserts capture the essence of Canadian prairie history quite like the humble matrimonial bar. With its distinctive date filling sandwiched between buttery oat layers, this beloved treat has graced community cookbooks, church potlucks, and family gatherings for generations. … [Read more...] about The Sweet History of Matrimonial Bars: A Beloved Prairie Dessert Tradition
Dining Upstairs or Down
The Royal Roots of Duchess Potatoes
Duchess potatoes, sometimes known as Duchesse potatoes, are a classic French dish that dates back to the 19th century. These little potato puffs are cream-colored, soft and fluffy on the inside with a crispy golden crust on the outside. But where did these elegant spuds come … [Read more...] about The Royal Roots of Duchess Potatoes
Faux Gras – The Future of Luxury Pâté
Foie gras is embroiled in never-ending controversy. Animal rights supporters decry the force-feeding required to produce fatty goose or duck liver. Chefs defend foie as inextricable from fine dining. And foodies crave that silken, indulgent texture and savory depth pairing … [Read more...] about Faux Gras – The Future of Luxury Pâté
King Charles Cocktail
A cocktail fit for a King! To celebrate the coronation of King Charles III, Highclere Castle Spirits is celebrating with a cocktail showcasing two quintessentially British spirits known to be favourites of His Majesty The King. The combination of gin & Scotch is rarely … [Read more...] about King Charles Cocktail
The Famous Ritz Carlton Lemon Pound Cake
The history of the 1920s Ritz Carlton lemon pound cake is a bit unclear, as there are several different versions of the story. One popular version of the story goes that the cake was created by a chef at the Ritz Carlton hotel in New York City during the 1920s, and it quickly … [Read more...] about The Famous Ritz Carlton Lemon Pound Cake
