In England, oysters are traditionally served at Christmas, says Chef Andrew Prentice, Executive Chef at the Badminton & Racquet Club. Some people will mix them into stuffing, but Andrew prefers this classic stew. And so do we: not only can it be made ahead of time (and fresh oysters added last minute), but you can...
This may be the season to be jolly, but if you’re not careful, all that rocking around the Christmas tree can also leave you broke. We’ve talked about this before: celebration season or not, in this day and age it helps to mix a little fiscal responsibility with your wine. But just because we’re looking...
For Day 2 of our 12 Days of Christmas Recipes, we’re featuring the classic baked brie with a bit of a twist. Executive Chef Geoffrey Kitt from The Westerly gave us this crowd favourite to try, but upped the ante with a deliciously tangy and sweet apple raisin chutney which is not only a breeze...
As part of our Easy, Elegant Entertaining series, we bring you 12 Day of Christmas Recipes. From make-ahead mains, to simple but tasty hors d’oeuvres and delicious desserts, we have your party needs covered for stress-free holiday celebrations. We’ve invited a few of the Chefs who’ve graced these blog pages in the past to return...
The Holiday Season is upon us and it is indeed time to eat, drink and be very merry. It can also be the season to totally freak out because your already jam-packed schedule has now red-lined into utter chaos. That’s where we come in. In our first Holiday Entertaining video, we asked cheese expert Sue...
As we move closer to the holidays, no doubt your celebration quotient will be dialed up a few notches. From black-tie affairs to casual holiday brunches, we have you covered with something for everyone – and every budget. Domaine Vacheron Sancerre Blanc Loire, France 2011 $33.95 available to order Bright, fresh and aromatic with white...
This month’s recipe comes from Andrew Prentice, Executive Chef at the Badminton & Racquet Club of Toronto. A Chef for the last 40 years, Andrew’s spent more than half that at the Club, a longevity that’s virtually unheard of in the restaurant business. But it’s his dedication to hospitality and easy sense of humour that...
The night sky is pitch black, stars covered in darkness, and the pale glow from the moon fades in and out as menacing clouds drift slowly by. The only light comes from a distant street lamp, its flourescent beam, casting long shadows from unknown souls scampering away from its forced glare. An icy wind howls...
Holiday Entertaining Made Easy November 9, 16 & 23 at The Chef Upstairs, 516 Mount Pleasant Road, Toronto To register contact Erin at erin@thewinesisters.com or 647-298-0757 Wine & Cheese Friday, November 9, 7pm – 9pm The Chef Upstairs, 516 Mount Pleasant Rd, Toronto Wine and cheese can be the easiest things to serve at a party …but...
The other day a client emailed us, asking for a few “reliable” wine options. Some red, some white, under $20, and always available so that he could pick them up in a pinch and know what to expect. Everyone loves a good treasure hunt, and when it comes to finding a great bottle for exceptional...
