Tastes by Tim

02/10/2026

MAC'S Chocolate & Bakeshop is my new go-to for a great Friday dessert.
The flavours are original, delicious and affordable! Treat yourself to a real donut every now and then 😉

28/09/2026

Feed a family with pennies! Drumsticks are the cheapest part of the chicken! Get budget savvy by using cheap cuts taste like restaurant quality ingredients! This whole plate is full of summer flavor and won't leave you hungry.
INGREDIENTS
2lbs chicken drumsticks
*1/4C Sweet & Smoky Seasoning (recipe below)
1lb mini yellow potatoes, halved
3TB Olive Oil
2 TB Clubhouse dill pickle seasoning
4-5 Corn on the cob1/4C melted butter
salt and pepper to taste

DIRECTIONS
1. Pre-heat oven to 425F.
2. Season chicken generously with salt, pepper, and bbq seasoning. set aside. Preheat BBQ to 500F.
3. Place cut potatoes in a bowl. Drizzle olive oil and sprinkle dill pickle seasoning. Stir until coated. Place on a sheet pan lined with parchment. Bake for 35 minutes, turning half way through.
4. Grill chicken for 25-30 minutes, turning once halfway though, or until internal temperature reads 170F. Remove from heat and cover to rest for 10 minutes.
5. Grill corn 5-7 minutes each side, basting each turn. Season with salt and pepper generously.
6. Plate and enjoy!

SWEET & SMOKY BBQ SEASONING - makes 3/4 Cup
1/4 Cup Smoked Paprika
2TB Granulated Onion
2TB Granulated Garlic
1TB Chili Powder
1/2tsp ground cumin
1/4tsp ground mustard
1/8tsp cinnamon
2TB brown sugar
1/2tsp sea salt
1/2 tsp black pepper
Mix all ingredients together.

25/09/2026

20 Mins under $20 - Sausage & Gnocchi Skillet

1lb. Italian sausage, uncased
2lbs. skillet gnocchi
1C diced onion
1C diced red bell pepper
3TB olive oil
1TB garlic cream (roasted garlic)
1/4C grated parmesan cheese
2TB basil pesto
1/2tsp ground black pepper

1. Crumble and brown sausage in the skillet, about 7-10 minutes. Remove and set aside.
2. Saute onion and bell pepper in the pan for 2-3 mins, until soft. Season with black pepper.
3. Add garlic cream. Stir.
4. Add gnocchi. Saute for 2 mins until slightly browned. Add sausage back to the pan. Saute for additional 3-4 minutes.
5. Add basil pesto. Stir. Sprinkle and mix parmesan cheese. Stir.
6. Enjoy!

21/09/2026

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Kotopoulous Youvetsi - Chicken & Orzo in a spiced tomato sauce; a greek comfort food that's both delicious and affordable!

21/09/2026

Part 3 of my series on chicken is uploaded! Kotopoulous Youvetsi (Chicken & Orzo in a spiced tomato sauce)

If you haven't checked out my new YouTube channel, please do!
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18/09/2026

Pumpkin...vanilla...white chocolate AND coffee? Yes please! I promise you won't be disappointed!

13/09/2026

I hope you all enjoyed this beautiful weekend!

Fall is just around the corner! With cooler weather, soup becomes a sought-after comfort food. Check out my latest video on YouTube with making your own chicken stock; the base ingredient for any great soup! Enjoy!

Recipe in the description...Ever wonder how you get the most flav...

08/09/2026

Ever wondered what separates a good cook from a great one? Knowledge and technique! I can't tell you how grateful I am for the mentors who helped me develop the skills I have today.

Over the next several weeks, I'm going to invite you to join me in a series all about chicken, starting with class 101...How to break a whole chicken down into its individual parts.

Any questions about the video? Email me at [email protected]! If you find this video helpful and you know of someone who may be interested in learning this, please like, share and subscribe to my new Youtube channel!
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29/07/2026

What a night!!!
This VIP social event was as special as they come. My clients were hosting some international visitors who have never before visited Ontario, and they wanted to provide a warm provincial welcome using as many domestic products as possible. Guests were provided with these artistically structured passed appetizers; no utensils needed! (Descriptions in photos)
Through all of this, here's what I've learned...If you love what you do, don't be afraid to push your skills to the next level. You never know where your talents will take you!

This menu couldn't have been possible without these awesome local Ontario businesses!
Bread provided by Wheat Kings - Amherstview
Cheese selections by Flight Cheese Shop - Kingston
Beef Tenderloin by Enright Cattle Company - Tweed
Wh**ky & Maple Syrup by Top Shelf Distillers - Perth
Chocolate Truffles by Perth Chocolate Works - Perth
Edible Flowers by Flora Kitchenette - Sydenham
Icewine by Sandbanks Winery - Wellington

12/07/2026

Many people would agree that one of the most important things about marriage is communication, like when this couple celebrated their first wedding anniversary by ordering a cake for one another...without telling each other 🤣
In this case, I guess it's ok they kept this to themselves. They were presented these cakes; Cherry Chip Buttercream and Gingerbread-Cream Cheese.
Happy Anniversary you crazy kids!