In praise of burgers

“You know, Jim, you could open a diner and call it Jim’s Burgers. These are the best!” And they were. My husband Jim made the most delicious hamburgers. They were happily anticipated every Saturday night during barbecue season. That is praise indeed because for me, beef is not a favourite. But these were mouth-watering good. […]

Summer is the time to sizzle

It’s that sizzling time of year again, barbecue season. Time for the best steak ever, especially for Father’s Day on Sunday, June 21. This past winter, I had one of the best barbecue lessons in Buenos Aires (it’s their summer when it’s our winter). I would say the Argentinians are passionate about barbecue. They barbecue […]

Best burgers face off for Father’s Day

Sunday, June 15 is the day Dad reigns supreme. Although Dads are often kings in the kitchen too, on their special day a menu with them in mind is always welcome. In our family, a barbecued hamburger well-made and well presented, although humble fare, is still top of the must-have list. Here are some recipes […]

The Main Menu: For the beef eater on Father’s Day

Typically Dads enjoy beef. On Father’s Day (June 19) serve any one of these three recipes to please his inner meat eater. Of course, the premium cuts – strip loin and tenderloin – are delicious but costly. If you decide to splurge, buy the cuts from a reputable butcher and inquire about the length of […]