Grand Bend, Ontario community newspaper and entertainment events guide. Also serves Zurich, Dashwood, Port Franks, Exeter, Parkhill. Casey Lessard photos.
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By James Eddington, Eddington’s of Exeter (http://www.eddingtons.ca/)While trying to think of the perfect dessert for Valentines Day, I remember a wine tasting I had attended, where each wine was paired with a taste or flavour on a spoon. While each spoon had its own flavour, an array of taste can be combined into a “flight.” So [...]
By James Eddington, Eddington’s of Exeter While trying to think of the perfect dessert for Valentines Day, I remember a wine tasting I had attended, where each wine was paired with a taste or flavour on a spoon. While each spoon had its own flavour, an array of taste can be combined into a “flight.” So [...]
By James Eddington, Eddington’s of Exeter As January rolls into February, we look to break from the whirlwind of activities of the past months. We yearn for less indulgent foods that are lower in fat – a change from the heavy sauces and extravagant desserts of December: foods with clean crisp tastes.As few believe, Ontario [...]
“This is a holiday favourite at the Spiers home, ” says Barb Spiers of Beauty ‘n’ the Beach hair studio in Grand Bend (519-238-6520), who sent us this recipe. Serves 4.4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts1 pkg sliced bacon (not already cooked)2/3 cup firmly packed brown sugar2 tbsp chili powder Preheat oven to 350 F. Cut [...]
Recipes supplied by chef Cara Funk, Eddington’s of Exeter Casual Fine Dining 527 Main St, Exeter. (519) 235-3030. Soup: Red lentil and apple with a hint of curry finished with a drizzle of Canadian maple syrupEntrée: Rosemary roasted spaghetti squash with crispy fried bacon. Sautéed white asparagus tossed with shallots, and red Bartlett pear finished [...]
Recipes supplied by James Eddington, Eddington’s of Exeter Casual Fine Dining 527 Main St, Exeter. (519) 235-3030 Fall arrives and nature’s growth comes to an end. Squash, turnips, beets, etc. lend themselves to soups and salads flavoured with the last of our summer’s herbs. Surplus ripe tomatoes are turned into canned or frozen salsas and [...]
Recipe by James Eddington Butternut squash soupServes four. 1 1/2 teaspoons olive oil2 lbs. butternut squash, peeled, seeded and cut into 1” chunks1/2 cup chopped yellow onion1 clove garlic3/4 teaspoon ground allspice2 cans (14 oz. each) vegetable broth In large sauté pan, heat olive oil, then add squash, onion and garlic. Sauté over medium high [...]
Recipe by James Eddington Spiced creamServes four. 1/2 cup light sour cream1/2 teaspoon ground allspice1 1/2 teaspoons real maple syrup1/8 teaspoon ground cardamom(A Shot of Captain Morgan’s Spiced Rum wouldn’t hurt)Combine light sour cream, allspice, maple syrup and cardamom in bowl; mix well.Cover and chill in refrigerator until ready to use.
Recipe by James Eddington Pumpkin seedsServes four. 1/2 teaspoon olive oil1/4 cup pumpkin seeds1/2 teaspoon garlic salt For the pumpkin seeds, heat olive oil in small sauté pan for one minute. Add pumpkin seeds and garlic salt; sauté over medium heat for three minutes or until seeds are toasted and fragrant.
Recipe by James Eddington Apple- and Walnut-Stuffed Pork LoinServes eight. 5 tablespoons butter2 apple – peeled, cored and chopped1 small onion, chopped1 celery stalk, diced1/2 cup chopped walnuts1 cup unsweetened applesauce1 1/2 cups water2 cups dry bread crumbs1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon1/2 teaspoon kosher salt1/4 teaspoon ground cloves1/4 teaspoon ground nutmeg1/4 teaspoon ground ginger Preheat oven [...]
Twin Pines Orchards and Cider House(519) 296-5556 or (519) 296-5558 Story and photos by Casey Lessard There’s a wonderful surprise fermenting on a dirt road northwest of Thedford, and it won’t be long before the wines being made at Twin Pines Orchards and Cider House are well-known in this area. The only winery (to our [...]
Zurich Bean FestivalFriday August 24 starting at 7 p.m.Cruise night, midway and fireworksSaturday August 25 – 7 a.m. to 1 a.m.Pancake and sausage breakfast, midway, car show, beans and pork chop dinner, entertainment all day and dance starting at 9 p.m. Cash crop farmer Randy Regier, now nearing 50, has been growing edible beans in [...]
Recipes supplied by James Eddington, Eddington’s of Exeter Casual Fine Dining 527 Main St, Exeter. (519) 235-3030 or http://www.eddingtons.ca Lake Huron Whitefish and Tomato ParcelsWrap whitefish in foil before barbecuing. Serve unopened parcels and wait for your guests to appreciate the wonderful aroma that greets them!Serves six butter, for greasing6 skinless fillets of whitefish6 fresh [...]
Strawberries are in season, but only for a few weeks. If you’re a fan, savour the taste while it lasts. Norm Masfrankc from The Strawberry Place offers us these tips on how to pick a perfect berry. Ripe, not overripe, not greenYou can tell by the redness whether it’s ripe. With Mira – the best [...]
By Cara Funk, executive chef, Eddington’s of Exeter The truth of the matter is, there just isn’t such a thing as a best ever burger. Perhaps that’s what makes this summer dish so satisfying. There is always room for tweaking, and there is always another seasoning, herb and spice combination to explore.Experience shows that having [...]
By Barbara Gower, Catering by Barbara With an excess of 500 cookbooks at my fingertips, I perused my shelves in search of the “ultimate hamburger.” Hmmmm… there is virtually no difference from recipe to recipe. Ground chuck, some sirloin, salt and pepper. Whew! That’s it. Dressing your burger, now that’s a different story. Every restaurant [...]
Grand Bend Farmers’ Market launches dining partnership with local restaurants This summer, when you eat at local restaurants you can choose to eat local produce as part of your meal. Each week one restaurant will feature a dish or dishes from the Simply in Season cookbook. The recipe used will feature a fruit or vegetable [...]
Take advantage of home-grown goodness at the market just east of the main strip Grand Bend Farmers’ MarketGill Road Parking LotWednesdays until October8 a.m. to 1 p.m. Story and Photos by Casey Lessard If you want a little taste of Europe, head to the Grand Bend Farmers’ Market Wednesday morning. Sure, there are no cobble [...]
Casey makes these for me on Sunday mornings and I LOVE them! – Anjhela MichielsenAdapted from How it All Vegan cookbook1/2 cup rolled oats3/4 cup cornmeal3/4 cup flour2 tsp baking powder1 tsp cinnamon1/4 cup apple sauce2 eggs or egg replacer equal to 2 eggs1 1/2 cups milk or rice milk In a large bowl, stir [...]
