With the Festival of Lights just around the corner, the time is right to discuss something truly magical about taking your Hanukkah celebration outdoors. Imagine the soft glow of candles and the sound of laughter of your favorite people mingling …
Radu Balas
Radu Balas
Radu is an accomplished home chef, digital marketer, and best-selling author. With over 20 years of experience in the culinary world, he has cooked for high-profile family members and friends. He has a passion for fresh, seasonal ingredients and strives to create dishes that are both delicious and nutritious. His philosophy is to bring local produce to the fore and ensure his dishes are environmentally friendly. In addition to his culinary career, Chef Dad works in digital marketing and is a best-selling author. When he's not working or cooking, Chef Dad enjoys spending quality time with his young daughter outdoors in nature.
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Cooking Tips
Unearthing the Past: What Bakers Should Know About Ancient Grains
by Radu Balasby Radu BalasIn the dynamic world of baking, where trends come and go, a remarkable revival is taking place as bakers rediscover the magic of ancient grains. These grains, once foundational to our ancestors’ diets, are making a compelling comeback in modern …
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Disclaimer Please note, while I am passionate about foraging and have significant experience, I am not a mycology expert. Foraging for wild mushrooms can be dangerous as some species are highly toxic. Always forage with an expert or use reliable …
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Caesar Salad For the dressing: 1 garlic clove, minced 2 tbsp extra virgin olive oil 1 tsp dijon mustard 1/2 tbsp lemon juice 1 pinch sea salt 20 g grated parmesan For the croutons: 1/2 french baguette 1 spring fresh …
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The Perfect Seared Tuna Recipe, and All About Tuna When we think of tuna, we often picture an inexpensive can of dry, pale meat, but the truth is tuna is one of the most extraordinary types of fish in the …
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The cooking technique imparts depth of flavour in a matter of minutes to produce irresistibly flaky honey teriyaki salmon. The sauce is created with a few simple ingredients and can also be applied to any other protein such as chicken …
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Are you an egg fan? If so, then I’m sure you know just how versatile and delicious these breakfast staples can be! But what if I told you that there’s a way to cook eggs even better than before? With …
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Halloween is an exciting time of the year for kids and adults alike! There are endless possibilities for scary costumes, spooky decorations, fun activities, and of course yummy treats. If you’re looking to make something a bit healthier this Halloween …
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Winter’s chill is here and with it comes a craving for comforting hot meals that will warm us from the inside out. But when you’re trying to stay healthy, many traditional soups and chilis can seem off limits. Never fear! …
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Do you ever feel so busy that sometimes you just don’t have the time to prepare and cook a homemade meal? We’ve all been there. But that doesn’t mean you have to resort to fast food or pre-packaged junk meals …