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Liz Worndl 8/31/25 Liz Worndl 8/31/25

Tomato Tartare

Here’s my fresh, vegetarian twist on a tartare that’s quick, STUNNING (I mean, look at it!), and absolutely delicious. Swap in vegan mayo for a completely plant-based version.

Liz Worndl 8/28/25 Liz Worndl 8/28/25

Peach, Tomato, and Burrata Salad

Grilled peaches, ripe tomatoes, and creamy burrata come together in minutes, letting late-summer produce shine with minimal effort.

Liz Worndl 8/20/25 Liz Worndl 8/20/25

Spaghetti alla Vodka

I truly hate vodka. But pasta alla vodka? That’s a different story. I don’t know who discovered this, but the vodka somehow intensifies the sauce’s flavour and adds a subtle tanginess to an otherwise rich base.

Liz Worndl 8/14/25 Liz Worndl 8/14/25

Grilled Steak & Chimichurri

If there’s a quintessential summer meal that’s both simple and special, for me, it’s steak. I love it year-round, but in summer, that extra char from the grill makes it magical.

Liz Worndl 5/16/20 Liz Worndl 5/16/20

Tomato and Ricotta Toast

Is there anything better than cocktail hour on a Saturday — drink in one hand, tasty bite in the other? This tomato and ricotta toast is the ideal little appetizer: quick, simple, and packed with flavour.

Liz Worndl 5/11/20 Liz Worndl 5/11/20

The Chop Salad

I love salad, and I’m not afraid to admit it. Salad doesn’t have to be a thing you eat just because you think you’re supposed to. With the right components, the world of salad has endless possibilities.