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Braised Bison Chuck Roll
Braised Bison Chuck Roll By Chef Heat Laliberte of Friendship Catering Braised bison chuck roll is a delicious, tender dish that rewards the slow-cooking process. A leaner protein than beef, bison is rich in flavour and minerals, breaking down beautifully over time for a melt-in-your-mouth experience. Bison holds deep cultural significance for Indigenous Peoples, symbolizing…
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B.C. Chicken Adobo
Chicken Adobo is Filipino comfort food at its best —simple and bursting with flavour! This tangy, savoury dish is a delicious way to support B.C. food providers while also bringing a taste of the Philippines to your table. Cooking time: 1hr Total time: 2hr 15 minutes (including the marinade) Ingredients Preparation Marinate the chicken: Searing the…
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Albacore Tuna Kinilaw (Filipino Ceviche)
Albacore Tuna Kinilaw One of the best things about living in B.C. is how easy it is to get fresh, local, and sustainable seafood—it makes all the difference in dishes like Kinilaw (think Filipino ceviche). It’s light, zesty, and super versatile. Have it as a snack by serving it with B.C.-made chips or have it…
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Easy Cheesy Mushroom Lasagna
Cheesy Mushroom Lasagna This creamy vegetarian dish has layers of B.C. cheese and mushrooms, and melts in your mouth–perfect for impressing your date (or your cat). I really want to feature the delicious cheese our province has to offer, so I chose a three-cheese mix of mozzarella, parmesan, and ricotta to keep it creamy and…
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Hearty Winter Salad: fresh and full of flavour
Hearty Winter Salad This salad is one of my absolute favourites—locally sourced, fresh, and hearty. Thanks to B.C.’s greenhouse growers, we can enjoy fresh produce year-round, like the Delicato butter lettuce I’m using in this recipe. Perfect for meal prep or a quick meal, this cheeky winter salad is packed with flavour and texture, and…
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B.C. Turkey Dinner you’ll find easy to prepare
Easy B.C. Turkey Dinner Let’s face it – cooking a full turkey dinner is not the easiest task. Who even has a massive roasting pan these days? So, let’s simplify it and prepare an easy turkey dinner for the holidays, complete with B.C. turkey breast, gravy and mashed potatoes. When you’re shopping, ask your local…
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Cheeky B.C. Brussels Sprouts they’ll love
Growing up, I never liked Brussels sprouts. Little did I know, they were just cooked wrong. When you boil or steam them, you cook out all the sugar and flavour, and they get all mushy. I like to keep them crunchy and sweet. This recipe is an all-purpose side dish and goes with anything. Bonus:…
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Slow-Roasted B.C. Pork and Squash
Pork shoulder, butternut squash and cabbage This recipe is a super simple way to enjoy fresh, seasonal B.C. ingredients right now. It’s an exciting time to incorporate local fall veggies into your meals. One of my favourites is roasted squash because I love its flavour, texture, and versatility. In this dish, I slow-roast the B.C.…
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Tomahawk Steak: Rub & grill
The Tomahawk steak is one of our favourite BBQ show stoppers. It has a real cowboy feel and is easier to grill and serve than it looks! With this simple salt rub recipe and grilling instructions you’ll be set to impress at your next cookout. Recipe based on ~2.5 lb tomahawk steak cooked to medium…
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Smoked Colin’s Cross Farm Chicken Breast
Smoked Colin’s Cross farm chicken breast with sprouted lentil salad, roasted plums, organic fennel and walnuts. Ingredients For the vinaigrette Preparation: B.C. wine pairing suggestion Serve with a glass of Painted Rock Chardonnay. Chef Nicholas Cassettari Alta Bistro The love of travel and food is what first prompted chef Cassettari to leave his his home…