Better than butter? When pigs fly!

By on October 14, 2013

The sound of a dollop of butter hitting a fiery hot cast iron pan is music to my ears, the ‘tsssss’ sound foreshadows the delicious result that will soon be ravaged. The sight of butter dancing across a pan as it’s about to sear its next victim is like seeing Baryshnikov perform swan lake. The smell of this creamy wonder is at first sweet, but not too sweet and as it melts and more heat is added the intensity of the nutty flavors and aromas come out and tickle your senses to seduce you to add more. Alas, the taste of this ‘gift from the gods’ is sheer perfection as it coats your tongue and palette and makes ho-hum meals into one of which dreams are made of!

I keep forgetting that not everyone obsesses and craves butter like I do…not sure why people don’t, but to each their own I suppose. This new found knowledge of mine, that not everyone shares the same passion of butter as I do came to my attention when discussing of all things, Margarine. Call me naive or just living in my ‘butter world’, but I was not aware that people actually cook with margarine. I always thought that it was used predominantly as a spread for toasts or bagels and used as a last ditch replacement for when butter is needed in a recipe.

No disrespect for those out there who cook and consume this scientific anomaly, but I really can’t understand why one would choose to skip this Eighth Wonder of the world and opt for something that was created in a cold science lab by those trying to decipher what other chemical they should be adding to get that ‘natural’ taste that we all long for.


My love of this creamy goodness has been with me ever since I can remember. I udder at the thought that once day butter could be obsolete or become such a hot commodity like it was not so long go in Norway. Norway suffered for what I would classify as nightmarish…a butter shortage. People were smuggling (at ridiculously high prices) butter from one country to another just so they could enjoy the melted liquid gold.

Personally, most of my fondest memories associated with food consists of butter in one variation or another. From the smell of butter cooking onions as they transform themselves from translucent to caramelized is beyond words…they should bottle and sell that scent – seriously!  To one of my favorite scents…letting butter turn brown and nutty to sear a steak is absolutely gratifying to say the least.

Butter is so versatile in regards to what you can use it for in regards to cooking and baking however, it is also multi dimensional in terms of the ‘butter’ flavor you seek. My personal opinion, the nuttier the butter! I know I am not alone on this as you will see more and more high end restaurants offering with their ‘pain du jour’ a nutty or brown butter to accompany it. You haven’t lived if you haven’t experienced bread that has been consummated with brown butter.

Brown nutty butter used as a bread spread is divine but the latest craze
is nutty butter over popcorn, the Food Tease’s favorite! 

Getting back to the original thought that brought me to talk about my love of butter in the first place…Margarine. Regardless of where you stand on the butter margarine debate, as long you know the facts and you are okay with it then who am I, let alone anyone else to tell you what to put in your mouth.

Enjoy what life has to offer you…butter, butter and more butter!
FT

The perfect marriage - garlic escargots and @moetchandon Ice Imperial Champagne 🍾 🥂😍😍

If you haven't had the pleasure of tasting this incredibly refreshing Champagne, then I'd suggest you do it and do it now!! You'll thank me for it😉😋

What is unique about this Champagne is the fact that it was created to be served over ice, hence its name - Ice Imperial. It is the perfect accompaniment to any dish or simply alone...sheer perfection!!

Here's to more 'occasions' or 'simply because' 😉

Cheers🥂

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"Cook with love always, and people will feel it" - Chef @antonyannick70

It was a pleasure and honour to witness Chef Yannick Anton from @lecordonbleuottawa receive the Chevalier de L'Ordre du Mérite Agricole. 

This award, bestowed by the French Ministry of Agriculture, recognizes his contribution to promoting French culture in Ottawa and across Canada through his work as a chef and culinary instructor. 
🇨🇵 🇨🇦🧑‍🍳

Read about his extraordinary career in my article published in the Fall issue of @luxeottawamagazine 

A lifelong passion for his craft - Congratulations again, Chef!!🏅🤩

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The @brookstreetott hotel is a dreamy setting for couples embarking on their marital journey, especially with their all-in-one location. 🤩🤩

Discover their exclusive curated services in my recently published article featured in the Fall/Winter issue of the @ottawawedding magazine.

● Premiere wedding venue 💍✅️
● 18-hole championship golf course ⛳️✅️
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Make your next stay a memorable one with the Brookstreet Hotel! 

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Those who know me know I'm weak for tasty popcorn and @fromfarmtotablecanada
 spoiled me with theirs!! 🍿 😋

Proudly Ontario-made and woman-owned, From Farm to Table Canada has debuted their limited-edition CNE Kettle Corn in collaboration with the Canadian National Exhibition @letsgototheex for the 2024 season.Their beautiful package illustrations captures the fun that we have, when at the CNE 🎢.

It's the perfect blend of sweet and salty - my favourite!! 😍

They are available in two sizes: Family Bag and Grab & Go. Sold online as well as in retail chains and many independent stores.

This must-have snack for the summer is available until Labour Day. 

Get yours today and enjoy!!🍿🍿
A couple of evenings ago, I had the pleasure and honour of being invited by my alma mater, @lecordonbleuottawa to witness Chef @antonyannick70 be awarded France's L'Ordre du mérite agricole, the highest civilian honour from the embassy @franceaucanada 😃

This distinction recognizes the contributions of Chef Yannick to promote French culture in Canada and Ottawa specifically - through his work as a chef and instructor at Le Cordon Bleu Institute in Ottawa. 

Special moments of the evening included Ambassador of France to Canada, Michel Miraillet sharing with guests the numerous accomplishments that Chef Yannick Anton has accomplished over the years. Simply remarkable!!👏👏
A very touching and inspiring moment came when Chef Yannick Anton gave praise and gratitude to his mentors, who helped him attain his dream in the culinary industry. He also reminded the graduating class of chefs to always have a vision and to never let it go.👨‍🍳👩🏼‍🍳😍

And it wouldn't be a celebration without some tasty treats that exude French flare! They even had chocolate graduation hats - very cute and apropo 🎓🎓

Bravo Chef!!😊
Muy Caliente!!🔥🔥🌞🌞

With the insanely hot weather, nothing is more refreshing than this tasty Brazilian lemonade with some @bacardi Gold
Rum for the win!!🤩😋

And let me tell you, a pitcher was made...as it's THAT delicious!!

At this rate, I will finally start to enjoy the summer heat...providing I have my 'special' lemonade!😉

Cheers!

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