Life In Pleasantville
Food, Travel, Life
This tasty treat came about one day after I rummaged through the fridge and found leftover chicken, some puff pastry, and a block of cream cheese. Sometimes the best snacks come about when you raid the fridge to see what you can find. A spiced cheese topping bakes right into the puff pastry, adding loads …
Have I mentioned I’m loving this gig as a Patak’s Mom? Because I gotta tell you mixing in a little India is probably the most fun I’m having in the kitchen this year. So far, I am loving everything we try but most of all I’m really digging the convenience. Like this Curry in a …
This mango pineapple salsa is a fresh and zesty option for summer barbecues, parties, or anytime you want a light, healthy snack. It’s an easy way to add a tropical twist to your meals, pairing perfectly with jerk chicken, fish tacos, or just tortilla chips for dipping. I love the balance between the sweetness of …
I’ve been to Jamaica at least 15 times, and from my very first visit at 22 to my most recent trip (let’s just say I was older and wiser), one thing has remained constant, jerk chicken for lunch, every single day. Whether it’s from the resort’s jerk hut or a roadside stop at Scotchies, my …
Buffalo Chicken Balls are my new favourite party food and I haven’t even served them at a party yet. But I’m going to! For our regular weekly dinner at my Mom’s house this week, she tried these Buffalo Chicken Balls with Blue Cheese Dressing from a recipe she found in The Ottawa Citizen, which in …
I love my Mom’s oven fried chicken. First, she removes all the skin and still serves up this incredibly crispy, juicy chicken that is way better than it’s deep fried alternative and has a lot less fat. It’s delicious hot. It is also excellent cold and is a perfect make-ahead picnic food, served with a …
