Recipe: Apple and Tomato ‘Gazpacho Sauce’

I just realized that I have NOT posted a recipe on DelectablyChic! in ages.  So why not do one now?  I’ve been experimenting with food again recently, and decided to make a soup which can double as a sauce when heated.  All you need are the following: This is the size you want the apples, […]

Spicy Sweet Potato and Coconut Soup

Sweet potatoes in my opinion are a bit boring, but they are terrific sources of Vitamin B6, a good source of Vitamin C, Vitamin D and they contain that wonderful beta carotene(that keeps our eyes healthy and assists with keeping our immune system top notch). So, because I don’t find the taste of sweet potatoes […]

Healthy, Hearty Butternut Squash Soup

When the weather gets colder, home-made soups are a great way to stay warm. Served on its own, or as a starter before a meal, soup is simple and delicious.  As the fall season is now in full force, butternut squash has made its triumphant return to markets everywhere. This winter fruit, which is considered […]

Star Anise Pan Asian Cuisine

The restaurant formerly known as Indochine has reopened after closing for renovations for four months with a new name, Star Anise Pan Asian Cuisine.  This is a good change as it reflects what the restaurant serves –  cuisine that represents several regions in Asia (mostly Thai, Chinese and Vietnamese), not just Vietnam.  It’s also less […]

Montreal Trip Restaurant Review: Gibbys

Walking into the Old Montreal location of Gibbys makes guests feel like they’ve gone back in time.  Sticking with the vibe of the rest of the area, the restaurant, with its big iron gate and stone walls both inside and out, has a delicious menu filled with seafoods, steaks and other delicious delights. The restaurant […]

Cooking Ideas: Using Alcohol

I was recently asked by someone, what can I do with all my spare alcohol? I know this person must not read my recipes often, since alcohol is a staple in much of my cooking. My advice to her was, either throw a big party and make cocktails for everyone, or use my recipes to […]