
Apple rhubarb pie
Nothing like a summer apple rhubarb pie! INGREDIENTS FOR THE PIE CRUST: 2-1/2 cups all purpose flour 1/2 teaspoon natural fleur de sel 3 tablespoons cold butter, cubed 1/4 cup of shortening 3-4 tablespoons ice water 1 egg, for brushing the crust Sugar to sprinkle FOR...

Fisherman’s Mussels or Brasucade de Moules
So we don't often post a recipe that requires no salt but here it is...Philippe's favourite Brasucade de Moules. Nothing like French steamed mussels in cream and Pernod or Pastis sauce from the South of France. Adding the 200 year old liquor gives that irresistible...

Millas – simple cake recipe from Southwest France
This beloved cake recipe is from the southwest part of France - it's sort of a custard type dessert loaded with flavour. We love adding nectarines but you can try with all sorts of fruits. And it's so easy to make! We hope you enjoy it. INGREDIENTS 4 large nectarines...

Lamb shank
Slow cooked lamb shank recipe. We're licking our chops! INGREDIENTS 4 lamb shanks Sea salt Freshly ground black pepper 1 teaspoon coriander seeds 2 teaspoons chopped fresh chile 1 teaspoon dried oregano 1 tablespoon flour 1 tablespoon olive oil 1 clove garlic, finely...

Potato Gratin…Gratin Dauphinois
Hello friends! Just in time for the Easter holiday weekend, this recipe is sure to please in the comfort department! Nothing like Philippe's potato gratin or gratin Dauphinois. Stay safe. Eat well. Be well. INGREDIENTS (serves 6 people; prep time 15...

Comfort Food – Pizza
So here it is... a favourite of ours, and who doesn't love pizza! The dough recipe is from our dear friend, Brigitte. Many of you know her from her delectable pastry stand at the Salt Spring Saturday Market. Merci, Brigitte. She's the best pâtissière we know! Stay...

Citrus and tarragon cured wild salmon with lemon fleur de sel
Just in time for summer! Here's a delicious wild salmon recipe featuring our lemon zest fleur de sel. INGREDIENTS Salmon preparation: 12 limes, juiced 2 grapefruits (optional) juiced 2 tsp finely grated ginger 10ml 3 Tbsp fresh tarragon, chopped 45 ml 1 lb boneless,...