Chili And Fennel

Grand Opening of Sage Wellness B&B, Hostel and Spa!!

rossana — Mon, 06 Sep 2010 19:29:33 +0000

For our Grand Opening, and in the spirit of the Toronto International Film Festival (TIFF), Sage Wellness is offering a special promotion from Sept 16th-Sept 26th, 2010.

Toronto’s leading artists from SpiritSentient.com will showcase their artwork and designs, covering different mediums and techniques. All artwork will be for sale, via silent auction and funds raised will go directly to artists, with a small percentage going towards making Sage Wellness 90% green (solar panels, geothermal heating sytem, etc.) One lucky patron will also walk away with a complimentary art piece just for attending.

Food and drink is included, compliments Chili and Fennel, and hosted by Sage Wellness B&B, Hostel and Spa. Special thanks to Jason Fonceca from SpiritSentient.com for helping make this all possible.

Tickets will be on sale at Sage Wellness for $15.00, and in addition to food/drink, it will also include a passport of discount coupons for products and services such as

20% off our famous Spa-in-a-box
20% off catering by Chili and Fennel
20% off cooking classes with Chef Rossana
20% off body wraps
FREE chocolate paraffin hand treatment
1 complimentary glass of wine during the event
10% off Indie Movie purchases
10% off art work and design pieces

Art viewing will take place from 6pm -10pm for the duration of the event. Tickets are good for all 10 days of the showing.

Tour Dates for Italian Agro-tours to Le Marche

rossana — Thu, 15 Jul 2010 18:56:28 +0000

Tour Dates for this Fall’s Italy Trips are Here!

New dates and information for our Agrotours to Italy’s famous Le Marche region. For details on the tours and pricing go here.

Tuscan Wine, Food, & Language

October 14, 2010 – October 17, 2010
Epicurean & AgroTours in Le Marche

October 17, 2010 – October 26, 2010
Truffle Hunting

October 31, 2010 – November 4, 2010

Let’s Play Everyone!

rossana — Wed, 23 Jun 2010 02:54:33 +0000

Life is always too serious and we need to let our inner child out! But why does playing mean smoking, drinking and that other bad stuff? What about playing!?

The art of drawing, cooking, creating, creative writing!
We don’t need to be great spellers or writers …BUT we can play with words! This is a game I’m initiating! It’s on my “Epicurean Mistress” Facebook page, my profile and I will post it on the other 3 pages I have. It gives you a chance to think of a different answer all the time! So add this to your wall and tell people what you are! Here we go!

Tell me what you think you are..ingredient-wise!

Ex: I’m a chili: hot, spicy, full of heat, I race your heart and your metabolism. I’m a great fix to anything bland and taking too much of me will burn you…LOL.
So What are you?

Roxie
xo
Epicurean Mistress, Vixen in the Kitchen!

Mother’s Day Dunch at C&F Cafe

rossana — Wed, 05 May 2010 12:21:38 +0000

For all Mommies with human babies and fur babies, moms-to-be or just mom wanna-bes! come and enjoy a Dunch (late lunch & early dinner) created/cooked by Chef Roxie and an after dinner Massage from Treela*.

Just $65! RSVP by Friday May 8, 2010

Book your Massage slot now.

Mother’s Day Menu:

Roasted Figs wrapped in prosciutto with a side of herb GF dinner roll
with crème friache.

Refreshing Gazpacho (Spanish cold soup)

Veal or Chicken involini stuffed with bell peppers and zucchini on a
bed of grilled sliced eggplant basil and mint.

Chickpea Salad with Grilled Polenta

Grilled Pineapple skewers with honey and port dipping sauce for dessert

Served with Sangria at reception at 4:30pm
Dinner at 5pm- 7pm
Massages slots start at 3:30pm – 5pm & 7pm – 8:30pm

Chef Roxie De Angelis

Coming Soon…

rossana — Tue, 04 May 2010 18:15:18 +0000

FIFA World Cup Themed Catering

You’re getting the gang together to watch the game and the perfect accompaniment to the big match is a big-time snack featuring traditional dishes from World Cup Teams! Menus will be posted soon, so check back often!

Nutritional Cooking Classes

Cooking for Kids – Healthy and Tasty!
Around the World in One Night – Exploring other cultures through food, one continent at a time
High *Iced* Tea – Refreshing iced tea with canapes, scones and spa snacks
Pre and Post – Learn what to eat and cook pre- and post-pregnancy
You’re So Saucy – Learn to make your own sauce and preserves

Mother’s Day Menu

rossana — Mon, 03 May 2010 17:06:52 +0000

Switch it up and Treat Your Mama!

Here is a delicious dinner for Mom and it’s Gluten-Free too!
Pick up is on Saturday 5pm – 9pm and Sunday at 9am-12am. We also deliver, give us a call for details!

Roasted Figs wrapped in Prosciutto with a side of Herb GF dinner roll with Crème Fraiche
Refreshing Gazpacho (Spanish cold soup)
Veal or Chicken Involini stuffed with Bell Peppers and Zucchini on a bed of Grilled Eggplant, Basil, and Mint
Chickpea Salad with Grilled Polenta
Grilled Pineapple Skewers with Honey and Port dipping sauce for dessert

*$145 for 4 people *$180 for 6 people *$270 for 10 people

Order deadline for Saturday is Thursday at 12pm. Deadline for Sunday is Friday at 12pm. Please call to schedule a pick-up tim. To pay with cash, please purchase through Paypal, print your receipt and bring with you for pick-up. Credit transaction online will then be cancelled. Orders over the phone require a credit card for deposit.

Order Now!

Students Wanted!

rossana — Tue, 13 Apr 2010 17:08:38 +0000

Let me teach you how to cook! Its easy…. all you need are these supplies: love, a kitchen and a will to learn! I tutor you so you have the confidence and skills to cook on your own! Learn to make soups and stocks just in time for winter OR what about cookies and cake…even gluten free ones for the holiday!

Hire a cooking tutor today! A perfect gift for the holidays!

For a list of courses and classes, check out our Workshops. And be sure to come back regularly for updates on tutors and new themes!

Patio Season Has Arrived!

rossana — Mon, 12 Apr 2010 18:40:19 +0000

Spring is here and Summer is fast approaching! Get out in the sun and into the mood for patio weather with these fresh, seasonal menus!

Beach Picnic Party Fun

Seafood and Fruit (Shrimp, Mangos, Pickled Ginger) with an “Agro-Dolce” (sweet and sour) dipping sauce

“Spieducci” (Italian Lamb Shish kebob)

“Rustica” Pizza

Lamb mini burger with Spicy Chutney

Banana–Cardamom Flan

Summer Lovin’ Food Fest!

Skewer it up with: Seafood Kebobs, Veggie Kebobs, or Spieducci (Italian Lamb Kebobs)

Pizza: Genovese, Rustica, or Romana

Hamburger: Homemade Lamb Burgers

A Typical Day

jason — Fri, 19 Feb 2010 23:16:56 +0000

There is no typical day for Roxie De Angelis.

I live a life that many people envy, I enjoy a freedom that many are jealous of (it’s just a choice, anyone can have it.)

When people ask me what’s new, I always have so many interesting tales to tell them, they often feel overwhelmed and inadequate.

I hang around web-designers, fashion designers, artists, photographers, models, and some of Toronto’s finest and most beautiful souls.

I have this event going on or that event. I have so many events I have to turn down events. I wake up when I want, setup meetings with amazing people when I want, and go to sleep when I want. I don’t need an alarm, I don’t have a boss harping over me, and people love being around me and helping my cause.

I’m passionate about what I do, I help people eat better, be healthier, and enjoy luxurious lives. I provide them with a warm, inviting environment to spend time in. Beautiful, no?

When you ask other people what they do, they might say a sentence or two: “I’m in sales.” or “I’m a writer.” — and you can often hear in certain people’s voices and delivery that they are not satisfied with their lives.

I feel like a hip, young, wellness-loving, epicurean vixen, and I love changing the world in powerful ways.

Four Food Groups Fast

jason — Fri, 19 Feb 2010 22:34:59 +0000

Recipe: Four Food Groups Fast

Summary: You’ve got your carbs, dairy, eggs, and veggies!

Ingredients

Brown rice
Asparagus
Eggs
Sour Cream

Instructions

Do stuff…

Cooking time (duration): 55

Diet type: Macrobiotic

Diet (other): High protein

Number of servings (yield): 4

Meal type: snack

Culinary tradition: USA (General)

Recipe by Roxie De Angelis.
Microformatting by hRecipe.