French Bistro is one of my personal favourites, easy to prepare, casual yet elegant, perfect for both family meals and entertaining that everyone will love. We will emphasize warming dishes for the chilly winter season, some delicious and different appetizers, a delicious soup and salad, hearty main plate as well as our delicious desserts.

Think Mediterranean French Cuisine with an abundance of flavour. This region of France is renowned for its healthy foods that are influenced by its neighbouring countries Spain and Italy.

Everyone loves Italian Food and the Tuscany region has a history of fine cuisine that I would like to share with you again with all new dishes. We will explore the countryside with delicious pasta dishes, fresh salads, breads, and desserts wake up your palate!

Would you like to take a break from cooking red meats and chicken sometime but not sure that your family or friends would appreciate a vegetarian dinner? I have some wonderful recipes that will WOW your family and friends. Imagine, beautiful fresh vegetables cooked to perfection and presented on a plate fit for a king (or queen)! This will be a wonderful culinary experience for all foodies. You will be surprised at the wonderful flavours and textures of this healthy cuisine.

This workshop is designed to show you how to make some wonderful Italian favourites made with passion and love as only the Italians can do ... you may even break out into song! Simple and delicious recipes cooked to perfection and served family-style. Also on the menu are some typical Italian desserts to bring a grand finale to your amore meal.

This workshop is for all the FoodTV lovers. Your favourite chefs make it look so easy and it really is. We will show you how the professionals do it with confidence and ease. We will prepare appetizers, a flavourful soup and fresh rolls, a main entree and at least two desserts. We will focus on plating and presentation. Remember, we eat with our eyes!

Back by popular demand! This workshop always sells out quickly and continues to be one that my students have been asking for. The Thai kitchen is very flavourful and healthy. The dishes range from mild to spicy, full of vegetables, lemongrass, meats and seafood. I think you will be taking these easy recipes to your kitchen to serve to family and friends.

With all new recipes this year you will be ready for the hot summer weekends ahead! Move the cooking outdoors to your new barbecue? Take advantage of the wonderful fresh produce of the Okanagan, we'll enjoy the appetizers as they are made, and savour barbecued meats, sausages and vegetables as we look over the lake. We'll also have some wonderful fruit desserts to end the afternoon.

Are you thinking about going back to school in September? Now it is time to wow your roommates with good wholesome food that is tasty, simple to prepare, and easy on the budget. This workshop for you if you like to cook but not sure how to tackle a recipe with more than three ingredients let alone do it all from start to finish from scratch without calling 911! You will be surprised how easy it is, and when Mom asks if you are looking after yourself you can tell her "no junk food in this house!"

Back by popular demand! This workshop will explore the cuisines of Italy, Greece, Portugal, Spain, France and Morocco. These countries are known for taste-filled dishes made from fresh vegetables, high quality meats and fish and heart-healthy olive oil.

When I think of Indian food my senses are filled with exotic spices. We will explore some traditional dishes cooked in the traditional methods. Come and join us for some very tasty dishes with ingredients that you may have not tried before.

Is it your turn to "do" Christmas this year? The thoughts of what is ahead of you can be daunting especially if you are unsure how to pull it altogether. Well prepare a Roast Turkey menu to impress! Fresh free-range roast turkey with lemon, parsley and garlic; Turkey gravy with cider and walnuts; pork, apricot and pistachio dressing; caramelized cranberry and apple sauce,; roast potatoes with chili and turmeric, brussels sprouts with pancetta and chestnuts and light steamed pudding with whiskey cream. Now, what could be better than that? We'll make some hors d'Oeuvres too as well as some luscious Christmas cookies as we wait for our meal.

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