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Six Ontario Wines to Pair With Our Recipes

August 13, 2015 by Christina Leave a Comment

Six Ontario Wines to Pair With Our Recipes

  You’ve probably heard the familiar Foodland Ontario jingle: “Good things grow, in On-tar-io”. Knowing this to be true, Chef’s Plate works closely with local suppliers to bring you the freshest, seasonal ingredients each week. We also know that Ontario is home to many incredible wineries that showcase the flavours of this province. With our…

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Chef Tips for Our Recipes

July 23, 2015 by Christina 1 Comment

Chef Tips for Our Recipes

The ingredients in your pantry and the right tools in your kitchen are only the beginning to becoming a chef! Having the right techniques in your cooking arsenal is also the key to turning a good meal into an amazing one. This week, Chef’s Plate’s very own Carla Castro gives us her chef tips needed for next week’s…

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Our Favourite Restaurant for Summerlicious!

July 14, 2015 by Christina Leave a Comment

Our Favourite Restaurant for Summerlicious!

Summerlicious is taking the city of Toronto by storm and we just had to know which restaurant was the best. We sent our marketing intern to try out this option on the Summerlicious roster this year – read all about her experience below!

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Field Guide to Summer Produce

July 6, 2015 by Christina Leave a Comment

Field Guide to Summer Produce

To celebrate summer and the delicious produce it yields, we’ve created a field guide to the summer veggies we’re looking forward to most. We’re also giving you two free meals for your first delivery so that you can cook with these standout ingredients! Beets Beets are the beautiful ruby vegetables in the root family. While…

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10 Kitchen Hacks to Help You Waste Less Food

May 28, 2015 by Christina 2 Comments

10 Kitchen Hacks to Help You Waste Less Food

In Toronto, single family households discard about 275 kilos of food waste each year. While Toronto’s composting program ends up capturing 75% of that,  one in four food purchases still end up in the trash. Reducing food waste doesn’t just help the environment, it reduces your grocery bill. Don’t worry though, we’re here to help! We’ve compiled…

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How to Grow a Window Sill Herb Garden

May 25, 2015 by Christina 2 Comments

How to Grow a Window Sill Herb Garden

Spring is finally here! We can all cheer – the seemingly eternal Canadian winter has passed. By now, I’m sure you’ve noticed your local plant nurseries and farmers markets are brimming with flowers, plants, trees…and fresh herbs. Fresh herbs is a great way to add more flavour to all your meals. Always having fresh herbs…

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Ingredient Spotlight: Miso

May 8, 2015 by Christina Leave a Comment

Ingredient Spotlight: Miso

For next week’s menu, our culinary team created a delicious Japanese Spiced Steak with Miso Glazed Purple Sweet Potato and Turnips. Miso Paste, or simply Miso as it’s often called, is a fermented soybean or rice flour paste that is used to flavour many Japanese recipes. It is a versatile ingredient that adds a punch…

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5 Mom Approved Kitchen Tips

April 29, 2015 by Andrea Leave a Comment

5 Mom Approved Kitchen Tips

Moms are awesome. We all know that. Most people will tell you their mom is the best cook ever. They always know just what to make to cheer you up and how to make your favourite recipe, just the way you like it. Even the most seasoned chefs and celebrities still call on their moms for recipe…

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How to Stock Your Kitchen for Success

March 30, 2015 by Andrea 3 Comments

How to Stock Your Kitchen for Success

The success of a home cook isn’t necessarily based on skill alone. A well equipped kitchen is essential. Each of our Chef’s Plate recipes comes with a list of items you’ll need at home. Our mission is to make dinner as simple and delicious as possible, and having the right tools will go a long…

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