Destination: VANCOUVER
The Food Gays (Two Vancouver Men Who Love Food) have more than one trick up their sleeves when it comes to using local products to give their dishes a distinctive Vancouver flavour. That's what they've done in this delicious summer recipe featuring Lady Laurier cheese. Get inspired below.
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THE FOOD GAYSJeremy and Adrian |
On life & food in Vancouver...
"Living in Vancouver definitely its perks, and access to beautiful, local fresh produce is certainly one of them.
We love the extra creamy flavour with a hint of vanilla that the Alexis De Portneuf Lady Laurier brie cheese has, and when warmed on the grill, it's downright irresistible. Paired with delicious white peaches, baby tomatoes and crunchy pistachios - this is a vibrant appetizer that might be too good to share!
Our special place is one we go to often, New Brighton Park, a sprawling piece of natural beauty located in our area of East Vancouver. The park offers a brilliant view of the Northshore mountains and the city's port, and is the perfect spot for a picnic. With water views, 2 mini beaches, green grass and even a swimming pool, it's considered one of our city's best kept secrets, at least for anyone living outside of East Van!"
Grilled Brie with White Peaches and Tomatoes by The Food Gays
Lady Laurier has a soft, bloomy rind that lends perfectly to grilling. Paired with luscious summer peaches and tomatoes, this makes for a moorish bite that’s perfect for sharing.
Ingredients:
- 1 wheel of Alexis de Portneuf Lady Laurier brie cheese
- 1 teaspoon neutral oil
- 1/2 white peach, sliced
- 1/2 cup baby tomatoes, halved
- 1 teaspoon of lemon juice
- flaky sea salt, to taste
- 1 teaspoon of crushed pistachio, to garnish
- edible flowers, to garnish (optional)
Directions
1. Brush brie with oil. Grill on high heat for 1 minute on each side, or until grill marks appear.
2. Toss peaches and tomatoes with lemon juice and season with salt. Serve with brie, and garnish with pistachios and edible flowers (optional). Serve with bread or crackers.
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