THE TFC BLOG

With Valentine’s Day creeping up, it’s time to start thinking of romantic meals to cook at home. One major winner is salmon. For some, cooking fish at home can be intimidating. While it’s relatively simple to make, I’m here to help you avoid the pitfalls of searing salmon safely, ensuring correct done-ness, choosing the right pan […]

I was thrilled when Patrick Goubier, the owner and chef of La Table de Patrick and Chez Patrick Deli, agreed to share this exquisite salmon trout dish with me. This gluten-free fish dish is light and delicate with a robust hazelnut flavor, explained Patrick. You can substitute any fish for this versatile meal, which makes for a perfect light […]

Take a moment and review everything you ate yesterday. What did you have for breakfast, lunch, snacks, and dinner? Be honest. Take a mental look at your plate. What percentage of your daily food consumption came from vegetables? One way to make a radical shift in the way you eat is to consider making vegetables – […]

Did you know how easy it can be to make homemade sushi? Karin Reiter’s brown rice sushi rolls with mango, cucumber and smoked salmon are so good and so much fun. Karin makes these bites as a healthy alternative for kids party food and has more fantastic ideas for healthified kids parties in her great ebook. In […]

I get so excited when a dish is close to perfection. This seared halibut with fresh pea pesto ticks all the boxes for the perfect meal: It tastes as good as it looks, it’s relatively straightforward to prepare and oh-so nourishing. The pesto has oomph, texture and a whole lot of flavor pizzaz. While it marries […]

Did you know salmon is a bit of a rock star? This oily fish is a great source of omega-3 fatty acids which are are considered essential for the body. Plus, salmon is a great source of protein and marries well with a variety of flavors. This recipe was created by accident — how many […]

Did you grow up eating tuna sandwiches? I did, and the memories of that creamy, salty taste wedged between two crusty slices of bread are so strong that some days I crave the familiarity of a good ol’ sandwich! Here I’m sharing my updated, “adult” version of the tuna sandwich. I like to serve a scoop on […]

Sushi Kuu ranks among one of Hong Kong’s finest Japanese restaurants. Like the rest of the crowd that eagerly lines up every night of the week for a seat, I go for their melt in your mouth salmon rolls: Soft, flavorful salmon wrapped in lettuce with a special sauce. Every time I leave I say to myself, “I […]