Corn and Crab Chowder

Sweet corn and tender crab are a culinary match made in heaven, and every bite of this rich chowder is loaded with both. Serve with warm crusty rolls to sop up any leftover broth.

Slow Cooker Kale and Chorizo Soup

Inspired by Portuguese caldo verde, this hearty, richly flavoured soup is a yummy way to use up an entire bunch of kale in one go. It freezes well, so leftovers make quick and easy lunches all week. The soup thickens as it stands; thin with water and adjust the seasonings as desired when you reheat it.

Spicy Korean Tofu Soup

This traditional Korean soup features easier-to-find ingredients without sacrificing any flavour. For example, instead of traditional dried anchovies or fermented shrimp paste, we've used umami-rich fish sauce. The one exception is the gochugaru, which gives the soup its authentic flavour; you can find it in major grocery stores as well as Asian markets.

Orange Ginger Steak & Chicken Kabobs

Skewer the orange segments through the rind to keep them secure while grilling.

Sausage and Apple Stuffing

Alongside turkey and gravy, stuffing is always a favourite on the Thanksgiving table. Here, we used sourdough bread and added Granny Smith apples to create a stuffing worthy of making every year.

Spiced Poire Hélène

This classic French pear dessert was created in honour of the operetta “La Belle Helene.” Here, the warmth of spice replaces the traditional vanilla. To develop and deepen flavour, this recipe requires overnight refrigeration. Don't throw out any remaining poaching syrup; use it to sweeten and spice up hot chocolate and coffee.

April Fool's Day recipe: Meatloaf Surprise Cupcakes

Children will get a kick out of these cupcakes with their surprise tomato centres.  Silicone muffin liners are perfect because they do not hold grease like paper liners. No silicone liners? Bake the meatballs directly in muffin pan and place in paper liners just before serving.

Garlic Rosemary Mixed Grill

A mixed grill offers your guests a selection of meats, allowing them to enjoy some of everything or just one or two favourites. The amounts are just a guideline, so increase or decrease according to your guests' appetites.

Pea Shoot and Shrimp Risotto

Oyster Soup with Sherry Cream

Begin your special occasion dinner with bowls of this velvety-smooth soup that's both decadent and elegant. Use Malpeque, Pacific or whatever other fresh oysters you prefer. Your fishmonger may sell preshucked oysters in their liquor – they're a tremendous time-saver.