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25 December 2015
Pumpkin dreams - creamy pumpkin dessert with orange and cinnamon
Recipe by Paula.I made these for my family's Christmas Eve celebration this year and everyone loved them. My Mother insists that we make these every year from (...)
7 December 2015
Chestnut Soup Recipe
Chestnut SoupRecipe by Paula. I have fond childhood memories of roasted chestnuts at family gatherings in the Fall/Winter. It was my job to peel them and I (...)
25 November 2015
Tomato Rice
Tomato RiceThis dish is pure comfort and a standard in all Portuguese homes. The desired consistency of the rice varies based on individual taste; some like it (...)
3 June 2015
Milho frito fried cornmeal
Recipe by Paula.This dish is based on the original recipe from the Portuguese island of Madeira. There they use white cornmeal and instead of herbs they use (...)
25 May 2015
Spicy mussels shrimp and chourico in wine broth
Recipe by Paula.To me this dish is Portugal in a bowl because of the classic Portuguese combination of seafood, pork and spicy heat. This bountiful rustic dish (...)
15 April 2015
Orange and Vanilla Biscoitos
Recipe by Paula.I adore these Portuguese cookies. They are flavourful and perfect for dunking into coffee, tea and even some Port wine. These are traditionally (...)
10 April 2015
Roast potatoes with tomatoes, garlic and wine
Recipe by Paula.These are my favourite way to serve roast potatoes. The potatoes have crispy edges but are buttery soft at the same time. The tomatoes, garlic (...)
8 April 2015
Cinnamon lemon and vanilla rice pudding
Recipe by Paula.The Portuguese have a love affair with rice pudding because it reminds them of home. I am no different. This beautiful and creamy rice pudding (...)
25 January 2015
Night in portugal supper club
Come join me and Chef Pedro Quintanilla for a "Night in Portugal" Supper Club on Sunday March 8th, 2015 (6pm) at Bloom Restaurant in Toronto. There are only 40 (...)
14 November 2014
Pork and lamb cozido with chickpeas carrots butternut squash and potatoes
Recipe by PaulaCozido is similar to a stew but instead of a thick sauce the meat and vegetables are cooked in a flavourful broth. I love this heady broth. Each (...)
13 November 2014
Octopus and tomato salad with lemon and orange vinaigrette
Recipe by Paula. The Portuguese love their octopus and I think my mom prepares it the best. It is always tender and perfectly seasoned. This salad combines (...)
6 November 2014
Mussels in red pepper and lemon vinaigrette
Recipe by Paula. The bright flavours in these mussels will awaken your palette and are an ideal appetizer for a dinner, party or just to enjoy with a glass of (...)
4 November 2014
Salt Cod Fritters
Recipe by Paula.These salt cod fritters were one of the most popular items at my last Portuguese supper club. They are perfect little bites of salty and (...)
26 October 2014
Tapenade twists with puff pastry
Recipe by Paula. I like to put my own twist on Portuguese food and this appetizer is literally a twist. ;) I love using puff pastry to make appetizers. It is (...)
24 October 2014
Mushroom and Bacon Soup
Recipe by Paula.I love mushroons and I always buy more than I need because I get to make this soup with the extras. ;) This soup is scented with thyme, a (...)
11 August 2014
Grilled lamb loin chops with herb and chili dressing
Recipe by Paula.These beautiful lamb loin chops will make you dream of summer in Portugal. This dish combines the classic lamb flavours of lemon and rosemary (...)
1 August 2014
Quindim Brazilian coconut custard
Recipe by Paula. This delicious coconut custard dessert was created in Brazil but has it's roots in Portuguese cuisine. The use of egg yolks and custards is (...)
22 July 2014
Golden Saffron Rice
Recipe by Paula.This beautiful golden rice has the creamy consistency of a risotto but it is a lot less difficult to make. The key to this dish is to make sure (...)
10 July 2014
Monkfish and chouriço skewers with herb lemon chili dressing
Recipe by Paula.This is a beautiful summer appetizer or main course. This delicious and simple dish is perfect for entertaining. The skewers and dressing can (...)
7 July 2014
Seafood stew caldeirada de marisco
Recipe by Paula. For me, this is Portugal in a pot. This dish is an abundance of fresh seafood and fish in a rich broth with onions, potatoes and peppers. It (...)
16 May 2014
Sweet Potato and White Bean Soup with Chourico
Recipe by Paula.This soup is a complete meal in a bowl with the nutrient rich sweet potatoes and spinach and protein from the beans and chourico. You can (...)
6 May 2014
Olive tapenade with anchovies
Recipe by Paula. Olives awaken the appetite and go really well with a glass of wine. I rarely start a dinner party without serving olives in some way. My (...)
25 April 2014
Vinho Verde Citrus Sangria
Recipe by Paula Vinho verde literally means 'green wine' in Portuguese and is produced in my family's home province of Minho. It's a young wine that is not (...)
17 April 2014
Spicy Chicken Meatballs
Recipe by PaulaIf you're looking for killer meatballs, look no further. These little darlings are a hit every time I serve them. I even had a husband and wife (...)
