Tag: food
Brews News: New owners at Neustadt add new brews, tweak old favourites
A “neu” era has dawned at one of Ontario’s most intriguing craft breweries. Neustadt Springs Brewery, the pride of Grey County’s prettiest village, has changed hands 25 years after being created by British expatriates Andrew and Val Stimpson. But the history of the place goes much deeper. Seventy-five years before the Stimpsons arrived, the historic […]
Fare With A Flair: Reuben wrap rewarding riff on deli classic
A Reuben is a classic deli sandwich that includes corned beef, Swiss cheese, sauerkraut and Russian dressing nestled between rye bread. It is grilled until toasted on the outside and the cheese is melted on the inside. It’s decadent and delicious. I’m a big fan of wraps and thought it would be a nice change […]
Fare With a Flair: Beat winter blahs with sunny seafood salad
I wish I was somewhere warm right now. Unfortunately, I’m not.
Brews News: Eastbound touts its brews for pickling too
From green tomatoes to eggs, pickled food makes for great bar snacks — and maybe no one knows it better than Eastbound Brewing. The Toronto brewery and eatery, which marks its fifth anniversary this spring, draws fans as much for its food as its craft beer. The two come together when head chef Tara Lee […]
Brews News: Beer bath not just for Valentine’s Day
Do you love beer enough to soak in it, be scrubbed with barley and wrapped in a recipe of hops and honey followed by a glass of cold craft cream ale?
Fare With A Flair: Rich, sweet treat just the thing for Valentine’s Day
Valentine’s Day is Monday and if you’re thinking of making something special in the kitchen, it likely involves chocolate. It’s certainly an ingredient indelibly tied with the day to celebrate love. My recipe today is easy, very rich and definitely one for the chocolate lover. The base of this bourbon chocolate pecan bar is like […]
Brews News: St. Thomas brewery’s restaurant-boosting case sale stands out
Local beer and local food is a pairing I can get behind. Railway City Brewing in St. Thomas has launched a fresh new brew with a bonus for the peckish. Standing Tall, described as a pub ale, is malt-forward with nutty characteristics. It’s like a light brown ale. In addition to oats, brewers used roasted […]
Fare With a Flair: Smothered pork chops give family comfort
Pork chops were a regular for family weeknight dinners when I was growing up. It was an economical cut of meat that could be cooked on top of the stove, in the oven or on the barbecue. There were also a wide variety of “chops” to choose from. This week I’m taking a version of […]
Brews News: Storm Stayed fetes fourth with birthday box
Ready for a Simple Moment, up for entering a Time Warp, or searching for the Elixir of Youth? A popular London craft brewery has you covered. Storm Stayed, 169 Wharncliffe Rd. S., was stymied in hosting its fourth anniversary party because of the pandemic, so it’s marking the milestone with a collection of eight new […]
Fare With A Flair: Quick, easy take on tasty Indian entree
The thing I like about most recipes is they can be tweaked and simplified to your liking.