Cooking & Recipes

Don’t Buy Mustard

January 2, 2015

It’s surprising how easy making your own mustard is. The degree of control over the flavour and heat will make you never want to buy a jar again. We share our recipe for Spicy Ale Mustard.

Read the full article →

Whisky Bacon Jam

December 11, 2014

Bacon Jam. I had my doubts at first. I figured it was another one of those terrible bacon fad dishes of the recent craze. How wrong I was.

Read the full article →

Adventures in Charcuterie: Smoking Bacon

August 26, 2014

It’s been a busy summer but it’s time to finally get makin’ bacon. I try three different cures this time out.

Read the full article →

A Chocolate Courtesan?

March 18, 2014

Wes Anderson’s worlds always feel wonderfully lived in. This time we have a recipe to complete the experience.

Read the full article →

Comfort Calories

September 10, 2013

A Goons With Spoons wiki highlight – Soprano themed comfort food.

Read the full article →

The Smoking Section: Chicken

August 22, 2013

For most of us great summer cooking means barbecue of some variety. This year I’m taking a slightly different tack and learning to use my new smoker. Next up: Applewood Chicken

Read the full article →

Saucy Summer

July 15, 2013

Fire up your imagination along with that grill and try out some new flavours for your favourite BBQ treats.

Read the full article →

The Smoking Section: Ribs

June 24, 2013

For most of us great summer cooking means barbecue of some variety. This year I’m taking a slightly different tack and learning to use my new smoker. First up: ribs.

Read the full article →