Kawartha Cuisine

A Follow Up on Reggie's Chip Truck

noreply@blogger.com (Chantal Saville) — Wed, 11 Nov 2009 01:48:00 +0000

A new posting at Chowhound.com netted this nugget:

"Good news, Reggie's fans. Reggie and Cam have opened a permanent location in addition to their seasonal chip truck by Trent. Their restaurant is open daily at 89 Hunter Street East in East City, Peterborough. Same delicious homemade burgers and fries as well as breakfast. At lunchtime I step out the front door of my neighboring business just to catch a whiff of the grill!"

Well, it's time to take a drive to East City... And stop in at FireHouse Gourmet while you're down there...

Christmas with Ward Street Grill

noreply@blogger.com (Chantal Saville) — Tue, 10 Nov 2009 18:04:00 +0000

Space still available - so book your celebration today! 857 WARD STREET BRIDGENORTH ONTARIO K0L 1H0 ~ 705-292-8999

Christmas Party at Cassis!

noreply@blogger.com (Chantal Saville) — Mon, 09 Nov 2009 21:54:00 +0000

We still have spaces available for Christmas lunch or dinner parties, menus customized to budget and tasteas well as New Years Eve Gourmet Five Course Dinner and party favours and there are two seatings!

Cassis Bistro 27 Queen Street, Lakefield - MAP
705.652.8045 www.cassisbistro27.com

Cassis 211
211 Hunter Street West, Peterborough - MAP
705.775.3663 www.cassisbistro27.com

Space still available for group Christmas Parties at Brio Gusto!

noreply@blogger.com (Chantal Saville) — Mon, 09 Nov 2009 20:25:00 +0000

We still have some space during the week for group parties at Brio Gusto. Our weekends are filling up, but many weeknights and weekday lunches are still free. We can accommodate groups of up to 45 people, and can provide group menu options.

We'll be offering some nice dinner specials New Year's Eve (no details quite yet) and are accepting reservations now.

Brio Gusto ~ 182 Charlotte Street, Peterborough - MAP
705.745.6100

Christmas Updates from Jesse's Tap & Grill

noreply@blogger.com (Chantal Saville) — Mon, 09 Nov 2009 16:09:00 +0000

Adjusted Hours for Christmas:

Christmas Eve Day — Open 8 a.m. to 4 p.m.
Christmas Day — Closed Boxing Day — Closed
New Year's Eve — Reserve now for fantastic Dinner Specials, Open 8 a.m. to 9 p.m.
New Year's Day — Open 8 a.m. to 11 p.m.

Christmas Party space availability on the patio
Book Jesse’s to cater your Christmas Party·

Upcoming Events:

Jesse’s Meat Roll — Saturday, December 5th at 2 pm. Win a ham or turkey in time for Christmas. $2 per roll. Proceeds go to the Christmas Toy Drive
Jesse’s is an official Drop-Off Location for the Energy 99/Country 105 Christmas Toy Drive
Great dinner specials Friday and Saturday nights!

What's New at Devonshire Tea House & Bakery?

noreply@blogger.com (Chantal Saville) — Mon, 09 Nov 2009 13:18:00 +0000

Express Lunch
Monday to Saturday 11:00am - 1:00pm Soup & Sandwich TO GO
$5.00. Call 652-TEAS to order yours!

New Menus!
Click here to view the new menus for Fall!

Book NOW for Holiday Parties...
Intimate, family, corporate. Seats 30.

Book your Holiday Baking NOW!
Enjoy FUdge, Peanut Brittle, Orange Scones with our signature Devonshire Cream and strawberry jam, an assortment of Tea Loaves, Homemade Pies, Variety of Tea Biscuits, Chocolate Croissants, English Eccles, Chicken Pot Pies, Sheppard`s Pies, Cottage Pies, Lasagna, Mac n`Cheese, Cookies, and our famous Butter Tarts.

NEW Retail Section!
We carry Hickory Farm Gift Baskets, Red Pepper Jelly, Over 100 Teas, Reunion Coffee, Gifts and Tea Menus designed just for you! Check it out today and do some of your holiday shopping!

60 Queen Street, Lakefield - 652-TEAS - http://www.devonshireteahouse.ca/

THE ART OF APPETIZERS TWO!!

noreply@blogger.com (Chantal Saville) — Sun, 18 Oct 2009 17:48:00 +0000

Announcing a new Meetup for Peterborough Cooking and Wine Club Group!
What: THE ART OF APPETIZERS TWO!!
When: December 11, 2009 6:30 PM
Price: CAD45.00 per person
Where:Shari Darling
3414 Wallace Point Road Peterborough, ON K9J 6Y3(705) 742-7693

Members have asked for me to create PART TWO of The Art of Appetizers class.
If you attended part one or you are about to take the class on November 27th, then you are sure to enjoy PART TWO of this same themed class. In this class we will continue to create fast, easy and inexpensive appetizers for the holiday season, for baby showers, weddings, and for entertaining in general. You'll learn how to prepare six NEW appetizers at a whims notice, easy and scrumptious tiny bites with the MOAN Factor. I will once again be your instructor for the evening, as appetizers are my favourite course within a meal! After this class you'll obtain a copy of my best selling cookbook called Harmony On The Palate. Harmony is filled with an array of dishes that pair with wine, including appetizers. Join me for another evening of moaning, nibbling, learning and laughter. Be prepared to role up your sleeves to cook.

Bring an apron, small cutting board, paring knife and appetite!

COST: $45.00 INCLUDES: Cooking Class Appetizers For Sampling Personally signed copy of Harmony On the Palate
PAYMENT: Pay by paypal or by cheque. Send cheque to Shari Darling, 3414 Wallace Point Road, RR 11, Peterborough, Ontario, K9J 6Y3
THE ART OF APPETIZERS TWODATE: Friday, December 11, 2009 TIME: 6:30 P.M. PLACE: 3414 WALLACE POINT ROAD, RR 11, PETERBOROUGH, ONTARIO
Note: No refunds and tickets are non refundable. However you can give a friend your spot in the class.
Learn more here:http://www.meetup.com/The-Peterborough-Cooking-Club-and-Wine-Meetup-Group/calendar/11653012/

THE ART OF APPETIZERS (AGAIN)

noreply@blogger.com (Chantal Saville) — Wed, 14 Oct 2009 12:00:00 +0000

Announcing a new Meetup for Peterborough Cooking and Wine Club Group!
What: THE ART OF APPETIZERS (AGAIN)
When: November 27, 2009 6:30 PM
Price: CAD45.00 per person
Where:Shari Darling3414 Wallace Point Road Peterborough, ON K9J 6Y3(705) 742-7693

This class has previously sold out quickly. Now is your chance to sign up and take part.

Are you ready for holiday entertaining?

The holiday season can be hectic and expensive, especially if you're entertaining at home. In this cooking class you'll discover how to prepare at a whims notice easy and scrumptious appetizers with perfect wine accompaniments.

You will discover the secrets to combining specific ingredients to create the MOAN factor, combinations that won't rob your wallet.

You'll learn the "art" of entertaining, so you can be prepared -- calm, relaxed and ready for fun -- when your guests arrive.

I will be your instructor for the evening, as appetizers are my favourite course within a meal!
We will be utilizing for the class my most recent cookbook entitled Orgasmic Appetizers and Matching Wines -- Tiny Bites with the MOAN Factor. You will receive a copy of this cookbook as part of the class cost.

Orgasmic Appetizers and Matching Wines was awarded Best Food and Wine Pairing Cookbook in Canada at the Gourmand World Cookbook Awards. Appetizers are my favourite course within a meal.

Join me for an evening of moaning, nibbling, learning and laughter. Be prepared to role up your sleeves to cook. Bring an apron and an appetite!

COST: $45.00 INCLUDES: Cooking Class Appetizers For Sampling Personally signed copy of Orgasmic Appetizers and Matching Wines One Canadian Wine Wheel (Learning Tool)
PAYMENT: Pay by paypal or by cheque. Send cheque to Shari Darling, 3414 Wallace Point Road, RR 11, Peterborough, Ontario, K9J 6Y3

THE ART OF APPETIZERS DATE: Friday, November 27, 2009 TIME: 6:30 P.M. PLACE: 3414 WALLACE POINT ROAD, RR 11, PETERBOROUGH, ONTARIO
Note: No refunds and tickets are non refundable. However you can give a friend your spot in the class.

Learn more here:http://www.meetup.com/The-Peterborough-Cooking-Club-and-Wine-Meetup-Group/calendar/11572270/

All Hail the Chip Truck?

noreply@blogger.com (Chantal Saville) — Mon, 05 Oct 2009 14:38:00 +0000

I read this on Chowhound.com the other day: "When all is said and done however, if I make a trip up to P'boro for a day and have time for only one meal, there is no question where I would go: Reggie's! This is a chip truck with aspirations and is already legendary among those in the know.. It is just past the entrance to Trent University off Water St. Reggie and his staff produce a burger that is little short of greatness. 100% fresh beef on a good bun with your choice of condiments. Sweet potato fries to die for (have the cajun dip). Poutine that is as close to Quebec standard as you are going to find, with fresh, squeaky curds. My favourite burger is the Drop Out burger, which is made with a slice of peameal. Reggie's is no longer just a little cart.. Since Reggie took over the spot from the previous guy (who was found dead in his chip truck...yummo!), he has been so successful that he had a new, large prefab trailer installed. In summer, there can be huge line-ups, but it is worth the wait. To me, this is a destination burger, if there is such a thing. Grab a meal and sit at the picnic tables by the river. Pretty close to heaven, actually." (thank you MunchieHK)

Is it true? I don't know. We haven't tried it out... But it certainly was a rousing endorsement!

Update from Viamede Resort

noreply@blogger.com (Chantal Saville) — Tue, 15 Sep 2009 14:35:00 +0000

Don't Forget about these and other great events... from Viamede Resort

MJ Bistro open for evening dining through till Thanksgiving.
Sunday October 10th - Thanksgiving Brunch
Country Christmas & New Years Celebration Packages now taking reservations.

HOLIDAY CHRISTMAS PARTY PLANS????
Its never too early to start thinking about Staff Holiday Plans. We are taking reservations now for our Corporate Holiday Party weekends. November 21st, 28th, December 05th,12 & 19th. Enjoy our Gourmet Holiday Feast and Dancing for just $ 34.95 per person. Contact our Group sales @ 1800 461 1946 ext 505 or email jcraig@viamede.com

“Big City” Chefs take their skills to Lakefield, ON with the opening of RIVERHOUSE CO. Restaurant

noreply@blogger.com (Chantal Saville) — Thu, 30 Jul 2009 14:45:00 +0000

When Toronto-based “foodie” couple Jeff Kirker & Karrie Galvin make a change – they go all the way. A few years ago, chef/food stylist Galvin & sommelier/businessman Kirker sold their downtown Toronto home and relocated to Lakefield, Ontario to fulfill their lifelong dream & return to Chef Galvin’s roots (she was raised 10 minutes away in Bridgenorth, ON).

The couple purchased a rambling, three-storey house from the early 1900’s to restore (with their own two hands!) and turn into their home and restaurant. With original wood flooring & stained glass restored to its former glory, the couple has been enjoying life as restaurant owners since this past June.

Riverhouse Co. includes local, seasonal & sustainable organic foods with a menu that changes with the seasonal harvest. The restaurant is fully licensed to serve local brews of tap as well as a varied wine list available by glass or bottle. With 28 seats inside & 35 seats outside, the establishment has begun with the serving of lunch and dinner and will grow its hours from there.

With work in such Canadian culinary institutions as Toronto’s Canoe & Banff’s Buffalo Mountain Lodge between them and Ms. Galvin’s established career as on-camera Chef (on Food Network Canada’s Road Grill) and the hundreds of television food series she has worked on as food stylist, Riverhouse Co. promises to provide delicious cuisine for locals, tourists & city-folk alike. Riverhouse Co. is located at: 36 Bridge St.Lakefield, ONK0L 2H0

Kawartha Cuisine's New Website is Up & Running!

noreply@blogger.com (Chantal Saville) — Mon, 06 Jul 2009 18:49:00 +0000

Our latest edition is online - www.kawarthacuisine-shops.ca - we've merged Kawartha Cuisine with our Kawartha Shops magazine and it will be available for pick up in local LCBO's as well as other locations shortly!

The Peterborough Wednesday Farmers’ Market is expanding.

noreply@blogger.com (Chantal Saville) — Mon, 08 Jun 2009 15:27:00 +0000

Come celebrate!
June 10th, 2009

The Farmers’ Market in downtown Peterborough has been busting at its’ seems, with so much interest from vendors and market goers alike! So thanks to a wonderful partnership with Peterborough Square the Wednesday Farmers’ Market is expanding into the Peterborough Square Courtyard. There will be a wide array of NEW and interesting produce, meat and craft vendors to explore. Come check it out!

To celebrate our expanding market come explore the “Tastes Of the Kawarthas” with Chief Brian Henry, who will be joining us for the day demonstrating delicious ways to use the freshest of products available from our very own market vendors. He will be walking the market and whipping up some delicious food samples at 10:30 and 12:15 on June 10th, 2009. We will also be celebrating with live music and a cloth bag give-away! So come join in the fun and festivities! The Market is located on Charlotte Street between George and Water Street, under the clock tower in downtown Peterborough. The Wednesday Downtown Market is a local producers’ only market – so come on out and support your local growers! Kawarthas’ Own, Locally Grown.

For more information contact: Paula Anderson 745-3238 ext. 205

By the Bushel Community Food Co-operative: Memberships available!

noreply@blogger.com (Chantal Saville) — Thu, 28 May 2009 13:57:00 +0000

By The Bushel Community Food Co-operative

coop@bythebushel.ca

705 876 8058

By the Bushel Community Food Co-operative is now Peterborough’s premier sustainably harvested, 100% local food source. Memberships Available! We are pleased to announce that the new Community Food Co-operative will begin serving its members with the first weekly basket pick-up day of the summer on Thursday, June 11th, 2009.The By the Bushel Community Food Co-op is a stakeholder Co-op with three categories of shares (consumer, producer, and employee.) Owning a share means owning a piece of the Co-op! It also means that you have access to all the co-op's services and events. As a consumer you can buy local food from the co-op and as a producer, you can sell that food to the co-op. Employee members have the satisfaction of putting their labour towards a business of which they are part-owners. All members have a vote and are represented on the Co-op Board of Governors. When the co-op produces a surplus, its members decide whether to distribute it in dividends amongst them, or re-invest in their shared enterprise.The BtB Co-op is based on its vision for a just, participatory and sustainable economic base for our local food system. We coordinate local producers to offer a combination of certified organic and ecologically-responsible products, primarily produce, to local consumers. Operating as a producer/employee/ consumer for-profit share co-operative, the BTB Co-op offers a weekly basket of fresh produce from mid-June through October; a monthly basket of winter storage produce November through May; and a variety of other local and sustainably produced or raised items, including honey, frozen meat and poultry, bulk vegetables for canning and more, all locally sourced. We have limited spaces for our weekly basket of fresh local produce so sign up now to secure your baskets. Fresh Food ● Local Farmers● Strong Community ● Healthy Planet. To become a member Call By The Bushel at 705 876 8058, email coop@bythebushel.ca or go to our webpage http://www.bythebushel.ca/.

Peterborough Cooking and Wine Club

noreply@blogger.com (Chantal Saville) — Wed, 28 Jan 2009 20:41:00 +0000

Shari Darling - also known as the Sophisticated Wino - has started the "Peterborough Cooking and Wine Club" to be found on http://www.meetup.com/. The first event is March 14th at the Pasta Shop at 165 Sherbrooke, starting at 5:00 p.m. The first class is entitled "The Art and Science of the Perfect Fresh Noodle." In this cooking class, you'll learn to make fresh pasta and pasta sauces, how to pair wine with the right noodle and sauce and enjoy a pasta dish with a glass of wine." The cost is $40.00. You have to registered to the club, which is free, and then sign up for the class. You can pay for the class via paypal, as well.

In other news, Shari's new cookbook entitled "Orgasmic Appetizers and Matching Wines -- Tiny Bites with the MOAN Factor" was just awarded the Best Food and Wine Pairing Cookbook in Canada at the Gourmand World Cookbook Awards. In May my cookbook goes onto compete against other cookbooks in this same category from around the world in hopes of my bringing home the award for Best Food and Wine Pairing Cookbook in the World. Congratulations Shari!

Restaurants Opening?

noreply@blogger.com (Chantal Saville) — Tue, 26 Aug 2008 23:01:00 +0000

I saw this casting call on Food Network and thought I would share it:

Restaurant 101
If you are an aspiring restaurateur who would benefit from the advice of an industry expert / consultant, you have a good personal story, and you're planning to open a new restaurant within the next 6 to 12 months, we want to talk to you.

This exciting new documentary-style series follows restaurateurs who are already in the process of opening a new restaurant.You will be required to fill out an application and submit a video. Please email: dana.speers@redapple.com.

French Food Tax

noreply@blogger.com (Chantal Saville) — Thu, 07 Aug 2008 14:10:00 +0000

Good Grief! This is quoted from the UK Times Online: "Gallic gastronomic icons such as brie, foie gras, pastries as well as dozens of other extra fatty delicacies could be subject to a 14.1% increase in taxes as part of a bid by the French government to keep its nation fit and healthy."

http://www.timesonline.co.uk/tol/news/world/europe/article4475579.ece

Are these people TRYING to kill me? This all stems from a rise in childhood obesity in France. Get real: Kids are getting fatter because, like everywhere else, they have adapted to a feeding culture that boasts HUGE plates, massive amounts of saturated fat but that leaves them hungry in an hour. Can anyone say Golden Arches? The fast food epidemic is just as prevalent in Europe as it is in North America, amongst the younger set. The older set? Not so much.

My great-grandmother lived to 105 - she ate cheese, foie gras, croissants, snails, all sorts of things that would now be taxed to death in a typically paternalistic effort to extend her life. Thank goodness she isn't here to see this.

Food, Food and More Food!

noreply@blogger.com (Chantal Saville) — Tue, 22 Jul 2008 13:55:00 +0000

1st Annual City-Wide Food Drive a Great Success!

Kawartha Food Share thanks the people of Peterborough for their generosity during the July 19th City-Wide Food Drive. Over 13 tons of food was donated in the one day event.
“People donated the food we needed” said Dave Ralph, Chair of Kawartha Food Share. He continued to say; “The food we received will help us through the summer and into the fall so we can assist those people who are hungry in our community.”

Over 180 volunteers travelled down every street in the City picking up the bags of donated food people left on their front step. Special thanks go to the volunteers, supporters and sponsors of the event. The sponsorship of Peterborough This Week, The Wolf/980 KRUZ, Lansdowne Place, East Peterborough Lions Club and Dominos Pizza were big factors contributing to the success of the event.

It is staggering that local food banks need so much food. Over 6,300 people use food banks every month in the City and County of Peterborough. 2,500 or 40% of these food bank users are youth and children. Kawartha Food Share ran the City-Wide Food Drive in the summer because this is the time when donations are at their lowest. 75,000 items are food is distributed every month by Kawartha Food Share to support local food banks.

“Hunger doesn’t take a summer vacation.”

For further information please contact:
Chris Kawalec, Office Manager, Kawartha Food Share, 745-5377.