Author Archives: Sheridan McLaren

Here`s to Burgers, Beer & Barbecues

  I’m not sure what it is, but there is something about the start of spring when you get those first couples days of pure beauty. Calm breeze, blue bird skies and that lonely barbecue in your backyard giving you the eye.   Embrace this opportunity and cook it up for your family and friends. Get up and out, pop … Continue reading

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Private Chef Dinner for a Spring Chicken

A menu that shouts “spring is finally here!”- regardless if there is a little bit of that unspeakable white stuff still on the ground. Here lies a 4 course dinner that captures the flavours, colour and excitement of the season that changes it all for us Canada! Here is the menu for the most recent dinner party.     Ruby … Continue reading

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An “A” List Addition To Your Breakfast Routine

  With spring just around the corner, I think it may be time to switch up the breakfast routine a little bit with this fast, no mess breakfast banger! Blackberry Mango Smoothie Load up on your protein, antioxidants, vitamin C and vitamin A with a simple blend together breakfast. This recipe is feature in my Cookbook “Healthy Family Recipes” – … Continue reading

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Breakfast Television Debute

On Wenesday April 2nd I made my debute on breakfast television with City Tv Edmonton. I was asked to  host a cooking segment focused around a healthy meal. I chose a recipe which is currently in the works for the next cookbook with Company’s Coming – “400kcal Mains” Blueberry Halibut on the menu for today! Thick cut halibut splashed with flavours of … Continue reading

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The Pride Of The Most Powerful Tool In Your Kitchen

A must in every kitchen is a good sharp chefs knife; In my opinion this is what separates a cook from a meal maker. But is this just a bunch of ramble? Aside from cleaner cuts is a sharp knife really going help out the average cook in the kitchen? Or will it cut my fingers clean off rather than … Continue reading

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One for the Ladies

A new Party package to be offered for the year 2014 starting February – “Hen Parties” – for all the ladies out there who need a break during the week to kick back with the gals and enjoy some great food and wine. A Hen party can be hosted on either a Wednesday or Thursday evening and feature a personalized … Continue reading

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A Dinner To Knock Off Your Stockings

A meal suited for Kris Kringle himself; spiced for the season, warm and comfy, even if it is December raining outside. Here is the customized menu put together for Bruce & Cindy. 4 course + Hors deouvres Bruce isn’t the biggest fan of vegetables – I felt like a mother shaking a finger. But together we were able to put together a menu which featured … Continue reading

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A Sneak Peek from Last weekend’s Dinner Party

  For my most recent dinner party I composed a menu based on a theme of world travel. The host’s were avid travellers and loved the idea of a destination menu. So why not dibble into come international cuisine. _________________________________________________ ___________ Jim-balaya Southern seasoned chicken and sausage, roasted red pepper aioli and crispy wonton. Pushed together with an adjustable chilli … Continue reading

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Mega Your Mashed Potatoes – Cooking Demonstration @ Greenland Garden Centre

An annual celebration and fundraiser for the Alberta Cancer Foundation. Over 500 Ladies gather at Greenland Garden Centre in Sherwood Park Alberta for a night of pampering to raise money for a great cause. And Yes of course Chef Sheridan was there to offer 2 cooking demonstrations on how to whip your potatoes into shape for the holiday season!   I figure, … Continue reading

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Gobble Gobble!

Thanks Giving Dinner done differently   This year wasn’t the typical free for all, cut out the messy bowls, dirty table clothes and portion procrastination.  I wanted to try to do a neat plated dinner that featured all the elements of your typical thanks giving dinner in a 3 course bundle. >>>>>>> Started things off with this fancy number. Cranberry … Continue reading

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