Lemon Coconut Layer Cake

Lemon Coconut Layer Cake One of my prize recipes that I was taught way back, came from my Aunt Marie. I made this recipe several times and it still is one of my favourite tasting desserts. So, the next time you feel that you want to have some fun baking and want to try something that is down right scrumptious and simple to do, give this recipe a whirl. Ingredients needed for the Lemon Filling; 1/3 cup plus 1 tbs fresh squeezed lemon juice 1/4 cup water 2 tbs cornstarch 3/4 cup granulated sugar 4 large egg yolks zest of 2 lemons 4 tbs unsalted butter, cut up into small...

Nick’s Romaian Bread

Perfect bread requires a passionate baker. The more time we spend at home the more we need to eat well and stay healthy. A good loaf of bread is the best thing to have in your pantry. No matter where you are in this country finding a good loaf like this one and you’ll have to make your way to Steveston BC. Come and say hi to Nickolas and treat yourself to one of the best loafs made with a century old starter and a wood fired oven that is so seasoned from the thousands of loafs he has produced over the years.

Granny Smith Apple Fritter Loaf

Granny Smith Apple Fritter Loaf. When the only good crisp apples at this time of the year I find that using the Granny Smith variety tends to have the right sweet and tart flavour. I use Wellesley Apple Butter because of it’s perfect balance of apple and sweetness. It kicks in so much flavour and adds a nice moisture texture also. This recipe is simple to prepare and the rewards are a mouthwatering treat that you’ll be making again soon.     Here is the recipe. 1/3 cup brown sugar 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon 2/3 cup white sugar 1/2 cup butter,...

Seafood Nibble and Nip!

Seafood Nibble and Nip! A Nice Share paltter of shell fish is a nice way to dine in your room if the weather has you socked in or a night staying in to relax is the agenda. I shop local and find fresh seafood at a pittance of the coast served in a restaurant.  Sometimes you find an item that rocks your taste buds. These are oysters, the others dream to be. I will tell you that my quest to find the ultimate raw oyster has been a long one but came to and end in Ucluelet BC at the Raven Lady. I travel with my own condiment caddy and Lizano Salsa sauce for just this occasion....

Lazy Boy Strip Steak a Roni.

Lazy Boy Steak a Roni. Sometimes the travel Karma gets taken over by mother nature. Road repair or bad weather with high winds holding up ferry travel. I have learned to carry the essentials incase one has to eat alfresco with no power where staying and a shut down of the area services. Ruffing it at the a remote cottage during one of those severe weather evenings. It’s for this reason my supply hamper is packed with simple foods. This trip I brought along a pack of Spanish rice-a-roni subbing moisture using some Motts  clamato mix , dried peas, pickled green banana...