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Inspired by the flavors of the Mediterranean

Home » Recipes (by style) » Inspired by the flavors of the Mediterranean

Inspired by the cuisines of the Mediterranean basin: Spain, France, Italy, Greece, Turkey, and North Africa. These Mediterranean inspired recipes don’t pretend to be authentic. Instead, they celebrate the flavours of the Mediterranean.

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Potato Risotto al Salto with Roasted Tomato Sauce

A dish of potato, rice, and tomato sauce doesn’t sound anywhere near as impressive as this potato risotto al salto with roasted tomato sauce turned out to be. Pan-frying leftover potato risotto transformed it from something good to something outstanding.

Read morePotato Risotto al Salto with Roasted Tomato Sauce
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Duck dumplings in a mushroom and smoky bacon consommé

Packages of tasty, succulent duck breast, these duck dumplings are served in a mushroom and smoky bacon consommé. The consommé may look unassuming, but its intensity and clarity of flavour will take you by surprise.

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pumpkin-miso-soup-chorizo-drizzle

Pumpkin Miso Soup with a Chorizo Drizzle

Miso shines a light on the earthy sweetness of the pumpkin, bringing to life this delectable pumpkin miso soup. The chorizo drizzle adds a sparkle that only spicy chorizo can.

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Crab and Ricotta Croquettes with Roast Tomato Ponzu Dip

Crabmeat is deliciously sweet. Combined with creamy ricotta and wrapped in crisp panko crumbs, and these crab and ricotta croquettes are delectable. But dip them in the sweet, sour, and salty roast tomato ponzu, and you will be asking for more.

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Polenta Croutons and Tomato Salad. Balsamic Vinaigrette

The sweet and juicy cherry tomatoes perfectly complement the polenta croutons with their crunchy exterior and creamy centre. A balsamic vinaigrette brings a touch of acidity to draw everything together.

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marinated-rack-of-lamb-herbed-polenta

Marinated rack of lamb with herbed parmesan polenta

Using one of the most succulent and tasty cuts of lamb, this marinated rack of lamb is paired with creamy herbed parmesan polenta and a delectable gravy.

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Beer battered oyster and spicy pickled fennel sliders

Inspired by the Oyster Po’ Boy, these sliders pack a briny, buttery beer-battered oyster and refreshing, spicy pickled fennel in a mini burger bun. 

Read moreBeer battered oyster and spicy pickled fennel sliders
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Banana, walnut, and cacao nib sourdough waffles

The crisp golden surface encases a slightly chewy and intensely flavored center. The banana, walnuts, cacao nibs, and sourdough starter contribute their unique strengths to shape these awesome sweet waffles.

Read moreBanana, walnut, and cacao nib sourdough waffles
sake-panna-cotta-blueberry-reduction

Sake panna cotta with a blueberry reduction

Creamy and complex, this nigori sake-infused panna cotta pairs perfectly with the sweet yet tart blueberry reduction. Truly a “greater than the sum of its parts” experience.

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gnocchi-miso-peas-red-onion

Seared gnocchi with miso peas and charred red onion

Seared gnocchi is the foundation for this sweet umami-packed miso and pea creation. The charred red onion adds a nice counterpoint, the taste, texture, and colour.

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scallop-gazpacho

Seared scallop with gazpacho

The sweet succulent seared scallop is beautifully complemented by the fresh yet earthy chilled gazpacho. A surf and turf dish unlike any of the more meaty varieties you might encounter.

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black-bean-wellington

Black Bean Wellington with a mushroom miso gravy

The classic Beef Wellington reimagined with a more tasty, nutritious, and environmentally friendly black bean core. And that mushroom miso gravy! Have you ever wanted to lick the plate?

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roast-eggplant-flatbread

Grilled eggplant XO flatbread

In Barcelona, a grilled eggplant flatbread would be known as coca. Adding XO sauce may not be typical of Catalan cuisine, but it works, adding complexity and heat. I am sure my Catalan friends will agree.  

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braised-lamb-shank-shepards-pie

Braised lamb shank shepherd’s pie

The tastiest meat cuts come from the muscles that do the most work. The meat from slow-braised lamb shanks, therefore, make this shepherd’s pie something very special.

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focaccia

Easy and fun Focaccia

Made some pizza bases? Ready to step up to a higher level? This focaccia is an easy and fun next step in bread making. With a satisfying crispy crust and moist tasty crumb, this delicious bread goes great with soups and salads. Or, enjoy with a piece of prosciutto or sardines in olive oil.

Read moreEasy and fun Focaccia
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