Which mangoes do you prefer? Yellow Ataulfo mangoes from the Philippines or red Tommy Atkins? I don’t know about you but when I see fresh, ripe, juicy mangoes in store I tend to gravitate towards the yellow Ataulfo mangoes (from the Philippines) because they are reliably … [Read more...] about Sweet and Spicy Thai Mango Salad with Cashews
Salads/Sides
Spring Pasta Salad with Fresh Baby Asparagus
Yay! Spring has finally arrived and THIS delicious, fresh Spring Pasta Salad is my new favourite thing! With fresh asparagus, crispy snap peas, cherry tomatoes and a delicious savoury basil dressing you'll make this again and again:) Chop all your ingredients. Cook the pasta … [Read more...] about Spring Pasta Salad with Fresh Baby Asparagus
Coconut Rice
Who doesn't need a colourful, extra quick and easy, super tasty, new side dish recipe? We absolutely love this rich and flavourful coconut rice as a side dish with pretty much anything including curries, 'bowls' or stir frys. Add all of your ingredients to a saucepan (except the … [Read more...] about Coconut Rice
Macaroni Salad
It's about to get really, really hot here. Our weather forecasters are predicting we break all sorts of records later this week so in preparation of the hot weather and my pre-planned laziness, I've whipped up a huge bowl of one of my family's favourite summer time foods. I … [Read more...] about Macaroni Salad
Tomato, Basil, and Garlic Quinoa Salad
This is my new favourite thing. So simple. So good. Here's the great part. You know how some of these grainy salads have to sit awhile to marinate in their sauces before you eat them? Well with this one, you let the quinoa cool and mix and it's absolutely perfect. Delicious … [Read more...] about Tomato, Basil, and Garlic Quinoa Salad
