Gingerbread Diorama

This impressive gingerbread house is a treat to decorate. Download the templates at canadianliving .com/gingerbreadhouse and use it to cut your shapes. Then, use any leftover dough to make gingerbread people, animals and other decorations for your house. Look for cake boards at craft stores, or ask your local bakery for one.

Pumpkin Carrot Cake

A moist cake with fall flavours. For Halloween season, instructions are below to turn this cake into a graveyard scene! 

Lime Curd Cheesecake

The addition of lime curd to this creamy cheesecake offers just the right amount of tang and an extra richness.

Black Bean, Pork and Lobster Stir-Fry

Celebrate Chinese New Year or another special occasion with this traditional Chinese lobster platter. Filled with succulent, sweet morsels of lobster accented with salted black beans, ginger and garlic, this festive dish paired with steamed rice will more than satisfy anyone's taste buds. Just turn the page for step-by-step photos that show how easy it is to impress both friends and family.

Speculoos & Blueberry Ice Cream Cake

S'mores Marshmallows

The warmth of the marshmallows melts the chocolate chips into gooey perfection, giving them a campfire taste and texture.

The Ultimate Canadian Cherry Cheesecake

Classic cheesecake is topped with a chunky sour cherry topping in this dessert favourite. The time it takes to bake on low heat helps keep the filling silky smooth. Cheesecake is easiest to cut when cold, so allow ample refrigerating time before serving.

Salmon Wellington

This recipe was inspired by the traditional Beef Wellington but I was looking for a healthier option. It is a relatively simple recipe that serves elegantly and makes a great impression. I generally serve the salmon with asparagus and a nice leafy green salad with avocado. Leftovers can be easily reheated and I have even served cold slices of the Wellington with a lemon aioli as an appetizer.

Candied Carrot Parfait Cake

Brownie & Coconut Cream Layer Cake