Umami was once a fairly esoteric concept in the food and wine world, but “the fifth” is having a moment, the darling of chefs and marketers, and a word that has become synonymous with flavour. Read more…
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A Toast to Local Love: the Smoky Mac Roy
A dark and smoky cocktail from Marianne Scott’s book The Distilleries of Vancouver Island. Read more…
Keep on Truckin’ & other Local Eating ideas
YAM food writer Cinda Chavich explores Victoria’s many outdoor dining eateries. Includes a recipe idea. Read more…
Recipe: Grandma’s Chicken Soup
Cinda Chavich shares her grandma’s delicious chicken soup recipe and three variations for the perfect cozy meal. Read more…
Malted Milk Pudding Recipe
Chef Ian Riddick of Heartwood Kitchen in Ucluelet shared this recipe for malted milk pudding. Perfect for holiday festivities at home! Read more…
Ampersand’s New Spirit Brings Local Flavour to Your Happy Hour
Looking for a new flavour profile for your summer cocktails? Ampersand Distilling Co. has released its award-winning 2020 Imperative Dry Vermouth. Read more…
Recipe: Sakura Iced Tea
A summery sakura cocktail for sipping on the deck, created by Veneto bartender Mike Norbury. Read more…
TRY THESE EASY ORANGE ROLLS
Think fresh-from-the-oven yeast rolls before noon is out of your reach? Think again: this is a treat you can pull off in a snap. Read more…
Recipe: House of Boateng Jollof Rice
The House of Boateng in Langford, B.C. hosted a long-table dinner that featured a traditional African feast, including jollof rice with shrimp and chicken sausage. Chef Castro Boateng knew there were a few vegetarians in the room so he made some without sausage as well! Read more…
Recipe: Ghanian-Style Spinach Stew
House of Boateng in Langford, B.C. hosted a long-table dinner featuring traditional African cuisine, including this Ghanian-style spinach stew, topped with eggs, avocado and African yam. Read more…