Insider News from Chef Selwyn Richards | |
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Hi Selwyn,
We invite you to experience Chef Selwyn Taste in "Little Jamaica" on June 25th and 26th. The Art of Catering has partnered with the Durham Caribbean Festival to present Chef Selwyn Taste, a tantalizing two-day food festival extravaganza.
The buzz is out and our sponsors are happy to have us represent their brand: Durham Caribbean Festival, Grace Kennedy Canada, ByBlacks, YAAHDY, Zhoosh Service Enterprise, Bigcaribbean, Guardian Corporate Pharmacy, Holee Dreams Mattress and The Art of Catering are only some of our sponsors.
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The initiative is to give back to our community. We are not just talking about it - we have created an event to effect change. For the past number of years, a lot of businesses have died or they are on life support in Little Jamaica. While Metrolinx will improve traffic flow and modernize the community, it comes at a high cost to many. While Randy's has closed permanently, a new kid has been born across the street - "Reidies Patties". How can we help this new enterprise to strive and flourish, growing into nostalgia for the next generation?
Why, you ask? Because in 1980 when I migrated to Canada, I saw a reflection of myself in Little Jamaica and it gave me hope. Now, here I am.
1 Thessalonians 5:11 - Therefore encourage one another and build each other up, just as in fact you are doing.
Wishing you God's richest blessings, I encourage you to pay attention to the things that are critical to your happiness. May the good Lord keep and prosper you in good health and wealth.
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I love salads for lunch or dinner almost any day of the week, but especially in the summer when it’s just too hot to cook. Salads are very versatile and healthy. You can easily customize them to adjust to your family’s taste and of course they are quick and easy to throw together. Here’s how you turn this side dish into a filling meal.
• Caesar Salad – Chop romaine lettuce; top it with croutons, parmesan cheese, Caesar dressing and any of the following: grilled chicken, steak, shrimp, smoked or cooked salmon or any other cooked fish you have handy.
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• Pasta Salad – Make your favorite pasta salad and add cooked chicken or diced ham to it. Simply combine noodles and fresh chopped veggies with Italian dressing and let it sit for an hour. That’s how easy pasta salad is to make.
• Chef Salad – Start with lettuce, then add carrots, tomatoes, cucumbers, sliced hard boiled eggs, ham and turkey and grated cheese. Top with your favorite salad dressing.
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• Mediterranean Salad – combine dark leafy lettuce with baby spinach. Top with diced tomatoes, olives, drained chickpeas, and crumbled feta cheese. Serve with a vinaigrette or Italian dressing and some toasted pita bread on the side.
• Potato Salad – make your favorite potato salad and add some chopped ham, cooked kielbasa type sausage or sliced hot dogs.
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~Another Mouth Watering Recipe~ | |
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Here is a basic salad dressing recipe to get you started.
Ingredients
3/4 cup olive oil
1/4 cup balsamic vinegar
2 tablespoons Dijon mustard
2 teaspoons honey
1-2 cloves finely minced garlic
salt and pepper, to taste
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Method
1. Combine all ingredients in a glass bowl or container with tight-fitting lid.
2. Mix or shake vigorously to combine thoroughly.
Start with this basic recipe and I bet you can come up with dozens of yummy options to suit whatever salads are on your menu.
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Celebrating Princess Amora's Birthday! | | |
A very nice wedding in Niagara Falls. Congratulations to the happy couple! | | |
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I love road trips with The Art of Catering Team.
Great job guys!
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Swearing In Ceremony for Chief Justice Aston Hall, Old City Hall! | | |
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Ontario Judge's and their guests got
a taste of The Art of Catering Team today.
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You can also get your taste of Chef Selwyn Taste on
June 25th and 26th in Little Jamaica,
Eglinton Ave West at Oakwood
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Another amazing event
by The Art of Catering Team.
Grateful to be doing the Juno Awards!
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Juno Awards Chair's Reception!
Warming up for Chef Selwyn Taste.
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Another fantastic event
at the ACCA Awards!
Congratulations to the recipients.
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It's a beautiful thing when all the parties work together
to enhance the guests experience.
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Congratulations on your 50th Angelitia! | | |
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Happy Birthday to the most
incredible Mom anyone could have!
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So happy to share in her very special day! May all your hopes and dreams be realized while you continue the journey that God laid-out for you.
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AGO FOODWAYS CHEF SERIES: CARIBBEAN FLAVOURS
About last night! Foodways at AGO coordinated by AGO Executive Chef Renee, with Chef Roger Mooking from Twist, Chef Latoya La-toya Fagon from Twist Catering and yours truly featuring The Art of Catering.
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Caribbean cuisine was front and center at the gallery, celebrating a cuisine culture that is on the rise inspiring mainstream Chefs all over the World.
Grateful to be a part of this inaugural event
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Photo Credit to: Paul Ayers, AGO | |
What's Cooking...
in Chef Selwyn's kitchen?!
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Jerk Chicken done two ways, Candy Yams Mashed, Portabella Mushroom with Sauteed Spinach and Mango Jerk Sauce ~ Chef Selwyn Taste! Are you hungry yet?! | |
CHEF SELWYN TASTE!
Sat June 25th and Sun June 26th
12pm - 8pm
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BACK BY POPULAR DEMAND...
A two-day outdoor food festival with
Caribbean cuisine the star of the event
In the heart of Little Jamaica
1603 Eglinton Ave W, Toronto
Here is your chance to try our menu, enjoy live entertainment, and a taste of summer vibes.
Stay tuned for more details coming soon!
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CLICK ABOVE IMAGE TO GET A PREVIEW OF WHAT TO EXPECT AT THIS YEARS' EVENT! | |
Durham Caribbean Festival
June 25th & 26th!
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JOIN US on Saturday June 25 and Sunday June 26 to celebrate the 2022 Durham Caribbean Festival on Eglinton Ave West in the heart of Little Jamaica! | | |
'Call It What It Is' Fundraising Gala:
July 30th!
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Dearest Selwyn,
We had to touch base with you today. Your food for Aston's swearing-in was outstanding!
We can't thank you enough for taking such good care with what you selected, prepared and served. It was absolutely a huge hit with all.
Congratulations on your successful evening. We are proud of you and we were so glad you were there.
A million thank you's.
Sending lots of love to you and your team.
Linda and Aston
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~Chef Selwyn's Cooking Tip~ | |
Plump Up Limp Vegetables! | |
Give limp vegetables a second chance by soaking them in ice water to make them crisp after prolonged refrigeration. This is a great technique for lettuce and celery, which seem to go limp fastest. This trick also works for limp herbs. | |
~Safety Diva Canada Tips~
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Don't Get Stuck With The Injury Bill! | |
Did you know that you could be responsible for a workplace injury if a worker doing work in or around your home were injured? | |
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Yes, it's absolutely true.
When you hire a contractor to do work you need to be asking more questions and asking to see copies of workers compensation insurance and you'll want to see general liability insurance to know that they can cover unforeseen damages.
I get amused when I have asked the question about workers compensation when looking to hire a contractor. Often I get the response "no one has ever asked me for that before".
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These tips come to you courtesy of
Lee-Anne Lyon-Bartley and
Safety Diva Canada Tips.
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Also available in stores!
Now in Toronto at Guardian Pharmacy, owned by Dr. Remi Ojo,
7-78 Corporate Drive, Scarborough Ontario
Now in Jamaica at Garmack Car Rentals,
Norwood Ave, New Kingston; York Pharmacy,
Half Way Tree, Mystic Mountain, Ocho Rios;
and Sangster's Book Stores
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