I consider wild blueberries to be somewhat of a luxury. Just a few weeks ago, I saw a large basket of wild blueberries sold for $100 at Montreal’s Jean Talon market. I gasped and remembered the huge patch of wild blueberries we stumbled on in the woods near my parents’ cottage last year and figured… Continue Reading
Category Archives: Cakes & Pies
Bourbon Peach, Berry and Pecan Crisp
This adult-only crisp is the quintessential summer dessert: naturally sweet, soft peaches combined with tart berries and a generous rich pecan buttery topping brightened by lemon zest. The bourbon, which is added to the fruits, adds a subtle but intriguing smoky flavor that sets this dessert apart. It’s the unique touch that will makes your… Continue Reading
Apricot Cake with Aged Cheese and Pistachio Nuts
A friend of mine recently visited Magdalen Islands, an archipelago in the Gulf Saint Lawrence renowned for its gorgeous scenery, thriving fishing industry and delicious terroir products. Even though the Islands are part of the Province of Quebec, going there is quite a trek: from Quebec City, it is a 12-hour drive and a 5-hour… Continue Reading