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  BEST FAVORITE FOODS IN THE WORLD           Apple and Carrot Cinnamon Whiskey                             Upside Down Cake                 This has got to be one of the moistest delicious cakes and so rich in local flavours. I know, I know, it’s citrus season but since we have local apples, I couldn’t resist. Red Prince Apples are one of our favourite local Ontario winter apple. Located in Thornbury but also grown across Canada in Quebec and the Maritimes. They are a cross between Golden Delicious and Red Johnathon. They have a tangy-sweet taste and a rich, crisp red skin that is high in antioxidants. As you noticed in the recipe, that is why I left the skin on. You can head  to learn more about the growers and our favourite apples. Another local favourite, is   located in Essex County. Derek and I had the opportunity to v...

BEST 5 FAVORITE FOODS IN THE WORLD

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  BEST FAVORITE FOODS IN THE WORLD  Spanakorisotto Arancini   These are fried risotto bowls with mozzarella in the middle.  After our recent gourmet lesson in January making Classic Risotto, Seafood, Roasted Broccoli and Cannoli with sweet Ricotta and Chocolate chips, I took the leftover risotto and formed themed into balls, stuffed them with cheese and lastly breaded and fried them until they’re crispy and delicious.  Serve this with a warmed marinara sauce and you’re in culinary heaven. Arancini are a delicious and addictive Sicilian snack made with risotto, coated in breadcrumbs and fried deep golden. You all know how much I love colliding cultures and sharing them with all of you. I have given this Italian favorite a Greek Cypriot twist. I have taken our traditional Greek spinach What inspired this delicious combination of flavors? My dad, if you ask him what are his favorite food groups, he won’t respond with proteins or vegetables, it’s Cypriot, Greek, ...