SPRING?? Can it possibly be here?
Does anyone even remember the colour green? Finally we can stand tall again without worrying about landing on the next ice patch!
We've heard from you that you love the sign in our window that gets updated weekly to let you know the delicious things we are cooking for the week. (For those of you not just walking by, it is also on our website and social media.)
This month’s Newsletter will be short since most of it will be taken up by our new CLASS RELEASE! This next round is for classes in May, June, July & August. Check your dates and be ready for registration which opens on Tuesday, April 7th at 10:00a.m.
Just a reminder that they sell out quickly as there are only 10 spots per class. You may wish to have a second or third choice ready in case you cannot get your first pick. Good luck! Also, when you are booking your classes please let us know if you have any food allergies.
Easter Dinner- For those of you that would rather us do the cooking for your Easter weekend, we will have:
- Roast Lamb sirloin with root vegetables
- Potato Gratin
- Fabulous Fish Pie- perfect for Good Friday
- Decadent Lobster Mac
- Carrot Cake, Nanaimo Bars and other sweet treats (with and without Easter embellishments) in our pastry case
To ensure you won't be disappointed please call to reserve your meals.
STORE HOURS EASTER WEEKEND:
Good Friday April 3rd - CLOSED
Saturday, April 4th: 10:00 am - 5:00 pm
Easter Sunday April 5th: 10:00-3:00 pm
Easter Monday: CLOSED
Don't just walk by, drop in and say Hi!
Lisa
Chocolate for breakfast?
Must be Easter!
2026 Spring-Summer Cooking Classes!
Tuesday, May 5, 2026 Cinco De Mayo (7:00pm – 9:30pm)
• Sikil Pak (pumpkin seed salsa) with tortilla chips
• Grilled Tequila lime street chicken tacos
• Black Bean tostadas
• Mexican street corn (you won’t want to miss this delicious recipe)
Tuesday, May 12, 2026 - Almost Summer (7:00pm – 9:30pm)
• Shrimp and Avocado salad
• Cajun Rainbow trout
• Miso sweet potatoes
• Rhubarb Roulade
Sunday, May 24, 2026 - Haley Bakes Mom's Favourite Things (12:00pm-2:30pm)
Perfect Mother's Day gift! Bring mom (or grandma/aunt/sister) for an afternoon of indulgence:
- Bannoffee Pie
- Jam swirled cupcakes with buttercream "roses"
- Quiche with Asparagus & Gruyere
- Basque Cheesecake
Tuesday, May 26, 2026 - Summer in Italy (7:00pm – 9:30pm)
• Asparagus, grape tomato burrata salad
• Tomato vegetable mascarpone sauce
• Ricotta Gnocchi
• Mangomisu (Yummy mashup of mango and Tiramisu)
Tuesday, June 2, 2026 Puff Class (7:00pm – 9:30pm)
• Jalapeño popper twists
• Mini Bagels with smoked salmon
• Vegetable Roulade
• Braided Blueberry Danish Dessert
Tuesday, June 9, 2026 - Best of The Passionate Cook (7:00pm – 9:30pm)
• Smoked Trout Chowder
• Winter Panzanella
• Greek lemon chicken and potato sheet pan dinner
• Chocolate Biscuit cake (this little number was the unanimous winner in three classes!)
Tuesday, June 16, 2026 - Father’s Day (7:00pm – 9:30pm)
• Bacon wrapped Halloumi
• Hot honey gochujang chicken
skewers
• Roasted baby Caesar Potatoes
• Strawberry cheesecake tart
Tuesday, June 23, 2026 – Summer Classic (7:00pm – 9:30pm)
• Shrimp Tostada bites
• Miso marinated Flank Steak
• Caesar Broccolini
• Strawberry Shortcake
Sunday, June 28, 2026 - Haley Bakes Better without Gluten! (12:00pm - 2:30pm)
Learn tips, tricks and substitutions for gluten free baked goods that are as good as those with it. Classic favourites that tick all the boxes!
- GF Chocolate Chip Cookies
- GF Vanilla Cake with Buttercream
- GF Buttermilk Biscuits with strawberries & cream
- GF Fudgey Brownies
Tuesday, July 7, 2026 - French Bistro (7:00pm – 9:30pm)
• Caviar d’aubergine (Eggplant caviar) with crostini
• Roasted Salmon
• Mustardy Lentils
• Peach Tart Tatin
Tuesday, July 21, 2026 - Tapas (7:00pm – 9:30pm)
• Chorizo and Cheese puffs
• Pan con tomate (once you have this you will forget about bruschetta)
• Shrimp croquettes
• The best Patatas Bravas with aioli
Tuesday, August 11, 2026 - Best of the season (7:00pm – 9:30pm)
• Summer Fresh Panzanella
• Pasta Primavera
• Chicken Cutlets with lemon parmesan crust
• Peach Pavlova
Tuesday, August 25, 2026 - More Best of the Season (7:00pm – 9:30pm)
• Smokey Corn and Shrimp fritters
• Whisky brown sugar peach salmon filet
• Sugar Snap pea salad with basil aioli drizzle
• Jacque Pepin’s Plum Galette
IN THE STORE
INDIVIDUAL GELATO BITES??? YES PLEASE!
Gelati Deluxe Gelato Kisses!
Yes you heard correctly. We couldn't resist individual gelato bites enrobed in chocolate. These artisanal chocolate covered frozen bon bons come in a box of 25 in the most tempting flavours: Vanilla Bean, Hazelnut, Chocolate, Salted Caramel, Pistachio and Limoncello. Add these unique and sophisticated morsels to your dessert table or enjoy on their own with a little post-dinner espresso. Sweet perfection!
KNIFE SHARPENING
KAI Diamond & Ceramic Sharpener
Many of you have SHUN knives purchased from our store but did you know that we also carry a KAI Diamond & Ceramic Sharpener specifically designed for Shun knives? Perfect for keeping you sharp!
If you'd rather have them done for you, drop any of your knives off in our store for sharpening by Slick Steel. They'll bill you directly and the turnaround is speedy!
CHEESE NEWS
You choose what you want or we are happy to make the choices for you. Prices are based on the weight of the products chosen and we can work within whatever your budget is. Are you looking for crowd pleasing favourites for 12 or a higher end curated board for a small gathering with foodie friends? Either way we will make it look fabulous with the addition of dried fruit, nuts, seeds, olives, chutney and garnish. All you need to do is remove the lid and it is ready to roll! Let the nibbling begin!
