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Beef & Mushroom Pie
Enjoy this aromatic and meat & mushroom pie with a pint and a fresh salad on the side. Ingredients 2 tbsp preferred cooking oil 1 medium yellow onion, chopped 3...
Beef & Mushroom Pie
Enjoy this aromatic and meat & mushroom pie with a pint and a fresh salad on the side. Ingredients 2 tbsp preferred cooking oil 1 medium yellow onion, chopped 3...

Cacio e Pepe with a Local Flair
We've taken an Italian classic and given it a local flair by using our very own raw milk cheese, Mt. Moriarty. Cacio e pepe is silky, creamy, and with a...
Cacio e Pepe with a Local Flair
We've taken an Italian classic and given it a local flair by using our very own raw milk cheese, Mt. Moriarty. Cacio e pepe is silky, creamy, and with a...

Smokey Cheese Biscuits
Our smoked alpine cheddar "Old Smokey" is the secret to fantastic flavour in these flaky biscuits. Any mature cheese will do here, but our Old Smokey takes on a bacon-y...
Smokey Cheese Biscuits
Our smoked alpine cheddar "Old Smokey" is the secret to fantastic flavour in these flaky biscuits. Any mature cheese will do here, but our Old Smokey takes on a bacon-y...

These 3 Tips Make for the BEST Poutine
There are people who love poutine, and others who don't. We would argue that the ones who don't probably haven't had the good stuff! IF someone doesn't like poutine, it's...
These 3 Tips Make for the BEST Poutine
There are people who love poutine, and others who don't. We would argue that the ones who don't probably haven't had the good stuff! IF someone doesn't like poutine, it's...

5 Cheeseburgers to Make You a Backyard BBQ Legend
Creating content can lead you to some incredible discoveries. Like the time we made a mini-series all about the cheeseburger. (With our own grass-fed beef and cheese, how could we...
5 Cheeseburgers to Make You a Backyard BBQ Legend
Creating content can lead you to some incredible discoveries. Like the time we made a mini-series all about the cheeseburger. (With our own grass-fed beef and cheese, how could we...

Creamy One-Dish Baked Feta Orzo
We can’t get enough of the well-known baked feta pasta and this one-dish method does not disappoint! It’s unbelievably creamy, silky, and packed with flavour. And so, so easy to...
Creamy One-Dish Baked Feta Orzo
We can’t get enough of the well-known baked feta pasta and this one-dish method does not disappoint! It’s unbelievably creamy, silky, and packed with flavour. And so, so easy to...

Spinach & Feta Crinkle Pie
Crinkle pies don't require a great deal in the way of prep, but feel worthy of a special occasion with their intriguing presentation. Our recipe for Spinach & Feta Crinkle Pie is...
Spinach & Feta Crinkle Pie
Crinkle pies don't require a great deal in the way of prep, but feel worthy of a special occasion with their intriguing presentation. Our recipe for Spinach & Feta Crinkle Pie is...

Smashed Brussels Sprouts with Crispy Cheese
Is anything quite so wonderful as finding even more ways to use cheese? 🤤 These crispy crunchy Brussels were inspired by a recipe from last year (Read: Crispy Cheesy Potatoes). "Smashing" creates more surface...
Smashed Brussels Sprouts with Crispy Cheese
Is anything quite so wonderful as finding even more ways to use cheese? 🤤 These crispy crunchy Brussels were inspired by a recipe from last year (Read: Crispy Cheesy Potatoes). "Smashing" creates more surface...

Jalapeño Bacon Cheese Crisps
It's no secret that we like cheese crisps. They're easy and fast to prepare, and add great flavour & texture to so many things! They can stand alone as an appy (with...
Jalapeño Bacon Cheese Crisps
It's no secret that we like cheese crisps. They're easy and fast to prepare, and add great flavour & texture to so many things! They can stand alone as an appy (with...

Cheese Straws
Cheese straws are easy to make, and only require a few simple ingredients. Serve these with with your favourite dip for a fun appetizer. Ingredients Egg wash: 1 egg,...
Cheese Straws
Cheese straws are easy to make, and only require a few simple ingredients. Serve these with with your favourite dip for a fun appetizer. Ingredients Egg wash: 1 egg,...

Crostini: 8 Ideas for an Easy Appetizer
The halfway point between bread and crackers, crostini combines the best of both worlds. We enjoy them for their crunchy texture, substance, and simple prep as an appetizer. With so many pairings to...
Crostini: 8 Ideas for an Easy Appetizer
The halfway point between bread and crackers, crostini combines the best of both worlds. We enjoy them for their crunchy texture, substance, and simple prep as an appetizer. With so many pairings to...

Caramelized Onion & Cheese Pinwheels
There are a number of ways to use cheese and puff pastry for a simple and impressive appetizer. We used our Island Brie for these cheese & caramelized onion pinwheels, but they are equally...
Caramelized Onion & Cheese Pinwheels
There are a number of ways to use cheese and puff pastry for a simple and impressive appetizer. We used our Island Brie for these cheese & caramelized onion pinwheels, but they are equally...

Warmed Brie with Cranberry Almond Honey Crunch ...
This warmed Brie is soft and dippable all the way through. The topping, inspired by the toasty almond topping on a bee sting cake, is nutty and buttery with a honeyed sweetness....
Warmed Brie with Cranberry Almond Honey Crunch ...
This warmed Brie is soft and dippable all the way through. The topping, inspired by the toasty almond topping on a bee sting cake, is nutty and buttery with a honeyed sweetness....

Not Your Average Garlic Bread
Garlic bread + melty cheese is a winning combo. Plus, our Qualicum Spice is a savoury flavour bomb with a cheese pull that’ll make your eyes pop. Cheesy Garlic...
Not Your Average Garlic Bread
Garlic bread + melty cheese is a winning combo. Plus, our Qualicum Spice is a savoury flavour bomb with a cheese pull that’ll make your eyes pop. Cheesy Garlic...

Korean-Inspired Beef Bowl | Staff Recipe
Our regular customers LOVE our grass-fed ground beef. It's everything you want in a product - high-quality, local, affordable, and easy to stock up on in convenient 1lb portions. We...
Korean-Inspired Beef Bowl | Staff Recipe
Our regular customers LOVE our grass-fed ground beef. It's everything you want in a product - high-quality, local, affordable, and easy to stock up on in convenient 1lb portions. We...

Cheesy Spaghetti Squash with Roasted Garlic, Br...
We like to add cheese to everything, and spaghetti squash is no exception! A creamy cheese sauce with browned butter, sage, and roasted garlic bring plenty of warmth to this comforting...
Cheesy Spaghetti Squash with Roasted Garlic, Br...
We like to add cheese to everything, and spaghetti squash is no exception! A creamy cheese sauce with browned butter, sage, and roasted garlic bring plenty of warmth to this comforting...

Steak & Veggie Medley | Staff Recipe
We enjoy sharing things that we actually make in everyday life, not showy TikTok food. Sometimes that means simple, wholesome, nutritious meals - like this flavourful weeknight dinner, featuring our...
Steak & Veggie Medley | Staff Recipe
We enjoy sharing things that we actually make in everyday life, not showy TikTok food. Sometimes that means simple, wholesome, nutritious meals - like this flavourful weeknight dinner, featuring our...

LQC's Classic Mac & Cheese
The easy, classic macaroni & cheese. We use a blend of mild Monterey Jill for a creamy stretch and aged Mt. Moriarty for flavour depth. Ingredients 1 pound (450g) short-cut...
LQC's Classic Mac & Cheese
The easy, classic macaroni & cheese. We use a blend of mild Monterey Jill for a creamy stretch and aged Mt. Moriarty for flavour depth. Ingredients 1 pound (450g) short-cut...

Mediterranean Orzo Salad
Non-boring salads and summer grilling. They’re a staple this time of year, yes? We keep things bright and flavourful by leaning on Sunshine Feta (it’s marinated in sunny Mediterranean flavours...
Mediterranean Orzo Salad
Non-boring salads and summer grilling. They’re a staple this time of year, yes? We keep things bright and flavourful by leaning on Sunshine Feta (it’s marinated in sunny Mediterranean flavours...

Deli-Style Pasta Salad
A little spicy, a little tangy, a lot of yum factor. This pasta salad tastes like a favourite sandwich and will have everyone coming back for more. Ingredients: 400-500g short-cut pasta 1/2 piece...
Deli-Style Pasta Salad
A little spicy, a little tangy, a lot of yum factor. This pasta salad tastes like a favourite sandwich and will have everyone coming back for more. Ingredients: 400-500g short-cut pasta 1/2 piece...

Minted Greek Pasta Salad
A summer classic. This fresh side makes a wonderful accompaniment to BBQ dinners, and is very easy to prepare. Ingredients: 400-500g short-cut pasta 1 piece (roughly 200g) LQC Feta 1/2 cucumber,...
Minted Greek Pasta Salad
A summer classic. This fresh side makes a wonderful accompaniment to BBQ dinners, and is very easy to prepare. Ingredients: 400-500g short-cut pasta 1 piece (roughly 200g) LQC Feta 1/2 cucumber,...

Feta Oil
As soon as we discovered feta oil, we knew it had to be tried with our marinated Sunshine Feta - and it didn't disappoint. This flavour fest is delicious served with a soft...
Feta Oil
As soon as we discovered feta oil, we knew it had to be tried with our marinated Sunshine Feta - and it didn't disappoint. This flavour fest is delicious served with a soft...

The Dutch Baby: An Oven-Baked Skillet Pancake
A Dutch Baby is like a giant popover. Also known as a German Pancake, Bismarck, or Dutch Puff, this recipe is baked in the oven unlike traditional stovetop pancakes. This recipe is...
The Dutch Baby: An Oven-Baked Skillet Pancake
A Dutch Baby is like a giant popover. Also known as a German Pancake, Bismarck, or Dutch Puff, this recipe is baked in the oven unlike traditional stovetop pancakes. This recipe is...

Crispy Cheesy Potatoes
Crispy Cheesy Potatoes are a fun, yummy, and easy way to shake up your roasted potato game. 🧀🥔 This side is so, so simple. Here's the guide: 1. Cover the...
Crispy Cheesy Potatoes
Crispy Cheesy Potatoes are a fun, yummy, and easy way to shake up your roasted potato game. 🧀🥔 This side is so, so simple. Here's the guide: 1. Cover the...

Crispy Cheese: The Best Kept Burger Secret
It's hard to believe there was a time when crispy cheese wasn't a standard in our burger spread. The crunch of golden cheese is a mouthwatering textural addition to any burger, plus...
Crispy Cheese: The Best Kept Burger Secret
It's hard to believe there was a time when crispy cheese wasn't a standard in our burger spread. The crunch of golden cheese is a mouthwatering textural addition to any burger, plus...