Category: Gourmet Finds

  • Gems | The Italian Store Scarpone’s

    I enjoyed a marvellous day at Scarpone’s. Beginning in the deli section where unfilled cannoli were piled high in the display case, I made my way through aisles filled with cheese, olives and pasta. Besides the Italian fare, I was pleased to see sprats (a personal favourite), Portugese canned seafood and Croatian wafers. Another great…


  • Ingredient | International Herbs

    For many recipes, we use International Herbs, available at most grocery stores in Western Canada. The company is a Canadian based company from British Columbia. “International Herbs was the first in the industry to develop special herb blends to compliment the most common types of Pasta, Poultry, Beef, Pork and Seafood dishes. International Herbs also…


  • Gems | Les Touilleurs

      François Longpré and Sylvain Cote have created a mouth-watering mecca for cooking enthusiasts in Laurieur Ouest in Montreal. From kitchen tools (even those devoted exclusively to left handed cooks), tajines, pots, books, and even a cool porcelain water purifier made in Quebec. All cooking classes and events are displayed on an oversized chalkboard near the…


  • Taste Test | Vanilla

    With one hundred and fifty varieties, and two hundred and fifty organic compounds comprising its unique flavour profiles, vanilla is the number one recognized flavour. From bourbon to Madagascar, vanilla bean to vanilla paste, the comforting taste will instantly alter your mood.   Aust and Hachmann Bourbon Vanilla Extract Premium Gourmet 2X, price upon request,…


  • Taste Test | Chocolate

    City Style and Living’s taste test of chocolate