For the love of Dad
Photography by Michael Alberstat
Television's Food Network Canada launches chef Michael Smith into viewers' kitchens, but it was his father, Ralph, who launched him into his career. "Long before chefs were cool my father took us to restaurants to tour the kitchens. Today my dad is so proud – he's like the president of my fan club. I can't think of a better way to honour him than with a menu of his favourite foods."
Recipes
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Mussel and Sweet Potato Chowder
Michael showcases Canadian ingredients at Maple, the chic downtown Halifax restaurant where he is chef-proprietor. Here he adds plump P.E.I. mussels t... -
Grainy Mustard Grilled Strip Loin
Make Dad's day a special one by firing up the barbecue and grilling him this juicy, flavourful steak. -
Sage Mushrooms
When a craving for mushrooms hit Ralph, he would bundle the kids into the car and head for the supermarket to buy mushrooms. "Just mushrooms,"... -
Horseradish Mashed Potatoes
Horseradish is just one of the dozens of add-ins that chef Smith mashes into one of his dad's preferred sides.
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