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November 2013
Never too early to think about the holidays
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Chefs Marc and Chantal of Cuisine & Passion.
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We're not sure what happened but suddenly this week, cold weather arrived. It was a stark reminder that winter--and the holidays--is just around the corner.
This issue is, in large part, devoted to helping you enjoy the holiday season--it is just eight weeks away! From Christmas dinner to holiday baking classes, if you want to up the ante this season, this issue is for you.
We look forward to seeing you soon!
Amitiée gourmande,
Chefs Chantal Gagné and Marc Miron
Follow your passion for food--
 
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Christmas menu now available
We know it's only the beginning of November, but how often have you heard yourself say, "Where did the time go? It's almost Christmas and I have so much to do!"
You can save time and lower your stress level by simply allowing us to prepare your holiday meal or any part of it. If you'd like to cook it yourself, you have the option to buy whole or half uncooked turkeys--and we will still supply the stuffing and gravy!
Here's the menu:
Appetizers
Spinach and Feta Strudel, $6.50 ea.
Roasted Tomato, Basil and Gin Soup, $5.50 ea.
Main
Marinated boneless half turkey
(Raw or cooked)
Serves 7 to 9 people
Apricot and Bread Stuffing and turkey gravy
$60.00
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Marinated boneless whole turkey
(Raw or cooked)
Serves 15 to 18 people
Apricot and Bread Stuffing and turkey gravy
$120.00
Desserts
Dark Chocolate Layer Cake with Caramel Ganache, $6.50 ea.
Baked Alaska Trifle, $7.50 ea.
Download the full menu here and then call us at 613-845-1090 to ensure your order is ready for pick-up on Christmas Eve, Tuesday, December 24.
More holiday offerings
We will also have several other treats in store to make this holiday season a delicious one, including Tourtière ($15.99), Tourtière Lac St-Jean ($60.00) and Christmas Fruitcake ($35.00).
Need a gift idea? How about a custom-made gift basket? Or let the recipient choose by giving them a C&P gift certificate. They are always available in any amount.
We hope to see you soon!
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| Holiday kitchen tips
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Holidays... a time for friends, family and food!
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Many Christmas cookies can be made ahead and frozen, saving you time
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No matter what you celebrate in December, the holidays are always a busy time. With visiting family and friends, there is never a shortage of things to do.
Here are a few tips to help you get through the season with a smile on your face.
- Your hors d'oeuvres and holiday treats don't have to be made the day they are served. Many appetizers can be frozen and either thawed or quickly heated the day you need them. (Or you can pick some up at Cuisine & Passion!)
- Baking is another task that can be done well in advance. With cookies, for example, you can either make the dough and freeze it or bake the cookies and store them in the freezer until you need them.
- If you are going to bake during the hectic holiday season, make sure you have lots of baking staples on hand such as butter, vanilla extract, flour, baking soda, white and brown sugars, baking powder and yeast.
- In professional kitchens, we always prepare our "mise en place" in advance of beginning the cooking process. This simply means getting all ingredients measured and set aside so they are available as soon as you need them. Things always go more smoothly when you are prepared.
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| Cooking classes go right through November
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Holiday treats to help you entertain
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Chef Chantal will host a holiday baking class November 13
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Starting to think about Christmas baking and what you might serve guests when they visit? A quick cooking class might be just what you need.
November 6 - Holiday Hors d'oeuvres with Chef Marc
Be the star of the show at your holiday gatherings when you serve hors d'oeuvres that are this simple--and simply delicious! (Demonstration cooking class, 6-9 p.m., $50 per person plus HST)
November 13 - Holiday Baking with Chef Chantal
Who doesn't love the smell of Christmas cookies baking in the oven? Learn how to make exciting new holiday treats for your family and friends! (Demonstration cooking class, 6-9 p.m., $50 per person plus HST)
Other classes in November include...
 November 20 - Featuring recipes from the new cookbook, Breakfast for Dinner, by Lindsay Landis and Taylor Hackbarth. (Demonstration class, 6-9 p.m., $70 per person or $88 per person, including the cookbook--a $5 saving!--plus HST)
November 27 - Featuring recipes from the new cookbook, Izakaya: Japanese Bar Food. (Demonstration class, 6-9 p.m., $70 per person or $86 per person including the cookbook--a $5 saving!--plus HST)
November 29 - Kick off the holiday season in style by enjoying an evening of great food, wine and fun! (6-9 p.m., $90 per person plus HST)
A full schedule of cooking classes is being held through November. Download the complete list and book your spot now by calling 613-845-1090 or sending us an email at chefmarc@cuisinepassion.ca.
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Don't forget game-day snacks!
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Grey Cup menu is on the way
The Grey Cup--this nation's largest annual sporting event--is set to go November 24 in Regina and it has long been sold out. But that doesn't mean you can't pull up the large-screen TV in your living room and watch the game while enjoying snacks that are way better than any you'd find at Mosaic Stadium in Regina. Once again this year, we will be featuring a Grey Cup menu of snacks and treats. Watch your inbox--we will send you a copy in the next couple of weeks. |
| Best wishes to Domicile and Bergeron Terrace
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Building our business by catering to builders
As frequent readers know, catering for groups both large and small keeps us pretty busy quite apart from our activities in the store.
The most recent event is going on as we speak. We are preparing hors d'oeuvres for visitors to Domicile's Bergeron Terrace Open House that continues today leading up to the Priority Sales Launch tomorrow.
Bergeron Terrace, located at Meadowglen and Orléans Blvd., is offering beautifully designed, quality built, affordably priced 1-, 2- and 3-bedroom terrace homes and urban flats in Chapel Hill.
To learn more, visit bergeronterrace.ca.
And if your next event includes food, call us at 613-845-1090. We'd love to help you turn it into an event to remember!
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| Party time!
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Cuisine & Passion offers great
food, fabulous atmosphere
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If you are hosting a party this holiday season, now is the time to book it, when the choice of dates is still good. At Cuisine & Passion, you can book a private party for 12 to 24 people, all of whom will enjoy a fantastic, customized menu and great, preservative-free food.
You can host your own wine-pairing party or even combine it with a hands-on or demonstration cooking class. And it's all held in your own private room.
Contact us today by email at chefmarc@cuisinepassion.ca or call us at 613-845-1090 to book your date now!
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| Quotables
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What our customers are saying
Thank you. It was GREAT! The food was fabulous! We will definitely use your services next time!
Filomena
Orléans, ON |
| 5th Annual Holiday Magic: A passion for giving
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We are all in this together
Did you know that hundreds of families in Orléans--our friends and neighbours!--visit the food bank each month just so they have something to eat?
Not a day goes by that we don't count our blessings. Once again this year, we have launched our Holiday Magic program, a chance for all of us to give back to those in need.
For just $50, you can feed a family of four this Christmas. Chef Marc will prepare a traditional three-course turkey dinner, valued at more than $140 for each family, and the good folks at the Orléans-Cumberland Community Resource Centre will distribute the food. Last year, your generosity resulted in an additional $250 donation--on top of the Christmas dinners.
For your donation, your name will be placed on a festive tag that will adorn both our large sign in the store and the Christmas ornaments in the windows.
Our goal is to feed 20 families (80 people) this year. Won't you help?
Give a little. Help a lot.
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| Featured recipe: Crab fritters
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by Chef
Marc Miron
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Quick and easy holiday hors d'oeuvres
When it comes to Christmas entertaining, recipes should be quick and easy so you can spend your time with guests, not working over a hot stove.
These little treats can be made in advance and refrigerated. Just before serving, put them in the over at 350F for about 10 minutes and they are ready to serve.
Ingredients
(Makes approximately three dozen)
2 whole eggs
1/2 cup milk
1/2 to 1 cup flour
1 cup crab meat, cleaned
1 tsp lemon grass, chopped (optional)
1 tbsp dill, chopped
1 tsp sambal oleck or chili powder
Salt and pepper
Canola oil for frying
Method
- In a bowl, beat eggs and milk together.
- Add flour a little at a time to create a pancake-mixture texture.
- Add crabmeat, lemon grass, dill and sambal oleck (or chili powder). Mix well and adjust seasoning.
- Drop one tablespoon of the mixture into hot oil and cook until golden brown.
- 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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