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February 2012
Busy month of new dishes and fresh faces
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Chefs Marc and Chantal welcome you to Cuisine & Passion
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Fresh faces?
Yes! Our cooking classes are always attracting people who are new to discovering our love of food and our desire to share our knowledge.
This month, we take you on an ocean cruise with a class on fish, and a Caribbean adventure that features, among other things, Jamaican jerk chicken. Read on for more information.
One of the main reasons we opened Cuisine & Passion three years ago was to share our passion with our friends and neighbours. Having recently signed up for a Twitter account, we now have even greater access to those of you interested in food and the goings-on behind the scenes. See the link below to follow us--there is always lots to talk about!
Thanks, once again, for your ongoing support and we hope to see you soon!
Chefs Chantal Gagné and Marc Miron
Follow your passion for food-- follow us on Twitter! 
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| An ocean of delights!
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Cooking classes filling up fast--book now!
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Join Chef Marc on a Caribbean culinary adventure!
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If you love fresh fish, you will love the classes we have lined up for February 15 and 22. Don your aprons as you prepare--and then eat!--black mussels, scallops and prosciutto, and baked salmon with fresh herbs during this hands-on class. The cost is just $90 per person.
Or, if you are looking for a winter getaway but don't have the time (or money!) to head south, why not join us for a Caribbean Adventure either February 17 or 24?
During this demonstration class, we will be cooking up fish fritters, Jamaican jerk chicken, rice pelau, banana beignet... oh, and lots of fun!
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| Upcoming food and wine pairing classes
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Our monthly wine extravaganza!
 February 24: Sparkling wine
From the initial burst of effervescence in the glass to the clean finish on your palate, sparkling wines can bring excitement to just about any celebration or gathering.
At this month's wine and food class you will learn about the beauty of these wines.
Join Chef Marc on February 24 from 6:00-9:00 p.m.
March 30: Dinner and wine
Enjoy a beautiful four-course dinner with a new wine pairing at every turn. Learn tips and tricks to impress your friends and family!
The cost is just $70 per person for each class and includes everything but the HST. There is limited seating so don't delay--book your spot today by calling 613.845.1090 or emailing chefmarc@cuisinepassion.ca!
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| Good food and good health
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Black beans taste great and are really good for you
 Also known as black turtle beans, Mexican beans, black Spanish beans, Tampico beans and Venezuelan beans, black beans have been a staple in Mexican, Central American and South American diets forever. They are increasingly popular here--and it's no wonder.
Packed with protein, fibre, potassium and anti-oxidant-related substances, this mild, slightly sweet legume packs a serious nutritional punch. In fact, black beans contain about three times the amount of omega-3 fatty acids compared to other beans. |
| Make this Valentine's Day extra special
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Chef Marc has prepared a "love"ly menu
No need to squeeze into yet another over-booked restaurant this Valentine's Day.
Why not try something different this year? Our five-star, four-course, take-home dinner
is just $46 per person and is your first-class ticket to romance!
Download the menu and see for yourself.
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| A little birdie told me so
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Follow us and win a free cooking class!
Follow us on Twitter to find out what's going on behind the scenes at Cuisine & Passion. Want to know about new dishes, special classes or cooking techniques we use in our kitchen? We also plan to load up the feed with cooking tips for the home chef. Be among the next 50 people to follow us and you could win a free food and wine dinner class--valued at $70! Scheduled for March 30, you'll enjoy a beautiful four-course dinner with a new wine pairing at every turn. Learn tips and tricks to impress your friends and family Check us out! |
| Catering to your every lunchtime desire
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Lunchtime catering is fast and easy!
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Whether you are having a casual get-together, feeding your staff, board or committee members, or fueling a team-building sales seminar, our lunchtime catering service can help. Competitively priced, we offer a great selection of fresh, preservative-free foods. Gluten-free foods and foods for those who suffer from allergies are also available. And talk about convenient--we can even deliver! We can accommodate even small groups at the last minute from our showcase of fresh foods. If you want to leave your guests raving, contact us by telephone at 613-845-1090 or by email at chefmarc@cuisinepassion.ca today. |
| Special of the month
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Is there a better comfort food...
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Buy one savoury pie and get the second at half price this month!
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...than a savoury pie?
We are stocking our freezers with pies galore including lamb, beef, turkey, fish and chicken.
Here's the good news: Buy one pie at the regular price and get the second one at half price!
Why not drop in and see for yourself?
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| Mini cakes now available
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Small size, big taste
 Full-size cakes are good for larger families or special occasions but if you have a smaller family or just want a great mid-week treat, our mini cakes are perfect!.
We are now offering a selection of mini cakes including ginger-cranberry cake, orange cake, crumb cake and others.
Next time you're in, have a look!
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| Super Bowl menu for the big game
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Fantastic finger foods for football fans
It's almost game time--are you ready?
Again, this year, we have a great selection of finger foods available that will keep even the hungriest football fan happy.
Crab Puffs $8.00/12 pc
Shrimp Puffs $8.00/12 pc
Spicy & Crispy Chicken Wings $12.00/12 pc
Mini Pizza Pockets $6.00/6 pc
Tomato Salsa $6.00/190mL
Focaccia Crisps with Tomato Salsa $9.00
Available for pick-up February 3 and 4 only.
We also have a great assortment of cheeses, pâtés--including fois gras-and house-made croutons. Or, how about mini quiches, satays or olives?
No need to go hungry Super Bowl Sunday! It's first-come, first-served, so hurry in Friday, February 3 or Saturday, February 4 and stock up for the big game!
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| Tip of the month: Easy clean-up
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by Chef Marc Miron
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Thinking ahead can save you time
 Does your counter top look like a disaster zone when you're done prepping for dinner? Here's a great tip that can save you valuable clean-up time.
Line your counter with a couple of lengths of plastic wrap before you start. When you are done, simply gather up the wrap--and messy contents--and you are most of the way to a sparkling clean counter top!
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| Featured recipe: Zucchini and feta cheese cake
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by Chef
Marc Miron
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Feta cheese adds a slightly tangy flavour
 Easy to make with readily available ingredients, these delicious fried cakes can be a great addition to breakfast or dinner.
(serves 4)
6 cups zucchini, grated 2 tsp sea salt 4 eggs, lightly beaten 1 cup flour 3 tbsp dill, chopped 1 cup feta cheese, crumbled 4 green onions, chopped black pepper canola oil
Method - Preheat over to 375F.
- Mix zucchini and salt and let stand in a colander for 20 minutes. This will draw the water out. Drain well and transfer to a bowl.
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Stir in the flour and the eggs.
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Add the feta, dill and green onions and mix well.
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Heat canola oil in a sauté pan.
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Form patties to about 5 cm long by 9 cm wide and 1 cm thick.
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Sauté until golden brown on each side.
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Transfer to a cookie sheet and bake for 10 minutes.
- Enjoy!
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Give the
gift of fine cuisine
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 Looking for a great housewarming or birthday gift or a unique way to say thanks for helping out? A gift basket from Cuisine & Passion is just the answer! You can design it yourself or let us put together the perfect combination of tasty treats fresh from our kitchen.
Bring a smile to someone's face today! Drop in, call us at 613-845-1090 or email us now for more information. | | Visit us today at 2297 St. Joseph Blvd. in Orléans (beside Pizza Hut) and we will help you make that certain someone feel extra special! |
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