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Authentic Toronto Recipes
Poutine Ingredients (serves 3) For the pastry 2 lbs russet potatoes Peanut or other frying oil For Poutine Gravy 3 Tbsp cornstarch 2 Tbsp cold water 6 Tbsp unsalted butter 1/4 cup flour 1/4 cup spinach leaves, finely chopped 2 1/2 cups beef broth 1 1/4 cups chicken broth Pepper, to taste For the topping…
Authentic Monaco Recipes
Barbagiuan Ingredients (makes about 20) For the pastry 1 2/3 cups flour 1/2 tsp salt 1/4 cup olive oil 1 egg 3 Tbsp water For the filling 1 1/2 tsp olive oil 2 Tbsp onion, finely chopped 2 Tbsp leek, white part only finely chopped 2 leaves swiss chard, green parts only, shredded and finely…
Monaco Immersion Ideas
Immerse yourself in the opulent culture of Monaco on the French Riviera Don your classiest formal wear for an adventure in Monaco! A bold thief is planning a big heist in the tiny (but wealthy) city-state. His trail of hidden messages will take you to the Monaco Grand Prix, across beaches and harbors lining the Mediterranean Sea,…
Authentic Monaco Recipes
Barbagiuan Ingredients (makes about 20) For the pastry 1 2/3 cups flour 1/2 tsp salt 1/4 cup olive oil 1 egg 3 Tbsp water For a traditional Monaco filling 1 1/2 tsp olive oil 2 Tbsp onion, finely chopped 2 Tbsp leek, white part only finely chopped 2 leaves swiss chard, green parts only, shredded…
Authentic London Recipes
Bangers & Mash Ingredients (serves 4) For bangers & gravy 1/2 T. vegetable oil 8 sausages 1 large yellow onion 1 garlic clove minced 3 T. flour 2 cups of beef broth 1/4 t. salt 1/2 t. black pepper For the mashed potatoes: 3 lbs. of russet potatoes, peeled and diced into 1″ cubes 1…
Beijing Immersion Ideas
Immerse yourself in the In the mythical history of Beijing!! Book your flight and get ready to journey to one of the cradles of civilization, Beijing! Rich history spanning the course of more than 3 millenia, Beijing is the last of the four Great Ancient Capitals of China. Meet with a great Chinese master and…
Authentic Beijing Recipes
Moo Shu Chicken Ingredients (serves 4) For the chicken: 1 8 oz. chicken breast, sliced in thin strips 1 T. water 1 t. cornstarch 1 t. vegetable oil 1/2 t. sesame oil 1/8 t. ground pepper For the stir fry: 3 T. vegetable oil 2 large eggs 2 T. hot water 2 T. hoisin sauce…
Authentic Hawaii Recipes
Grilled Fish with mango salsa and coconut rice Mango Salsa Ingredients • 1 large Mango, cut in small pieces• 3/4 c. Red pepper, cut in small pieces• 3/4 c. chopped Cilantro• 1/4 c Red onion, minced very fine• 1 large Avocado, cut in small pieces• 1 T. Fresh Lime juice• 1 T. Olive oil• Salt…
Australia Immersion Ideas
Immerse Yourself In Sydney’s Authentic & Easy Going Culture! Gather your “mates” for this month’s adventure to the land “down under” – Sydney, Australia! Your first stop should be at the country’s most famous cultural icon, the fabulous Sydney Opera House located on Port Jackson (Sydney Harbour). One of the most photographed buildings in the world…
Authentic Australian Recipes
Dry Rubs Let’s fire up “the barbie” and make a dry rub for the meat! Remember, don’t hold back when applying your rub because you want each bite from the exterior to have enough flavor to carry over to the meat’s interior! Shrimp Dry Rub Mix 1/2 tsp salt, 1/4 tsp garlic, onion, and chili…