French Food at Home

  • : 2007
  • : 78
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  • Food Network Canada
  • Documentary Home and garden

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3x1
Small Pleasures
Episode overview
02, 2009
Laura Calder takes time to savour the little things in life and in the kitchen, creating a whole tray of small pleasures: perfect Petit Fours; dreamy Powder Puffs; chewy Canneles; and warming Lait de Poule.
3x2
Exotica
Episode overview
09, 2009
Exploring her exotic side, Laura Calder puts a twist on some basic ingredients creating Brown Butter Fish; Roasted Cumin Carrots and Chickpeas with Olives; Coconut Lime Flan; and Ivan’s Asian-inspired Oysters.
3x3
Thrifty
Episode overview
14, 2009
Laura Calder presents a budget-conscious menu of Buckwheat Crêpes with a Savoury Tomato Topping; a light and airy Souffléd Spinach Omelette; earthy Cream of Lentil Soup with Sausage Croûtes; and a simple Red Cabbage Salad.
3x4
Grandma's House
Episode overview
16, 2009
Re-visiting a few favourite recipes from her Grandmother, Laura makes a Savoury Swiss Chard Tart; an Old-Fashioned Blanquette de Veau with Vichy Carrots; and mellow Slow-Baked Honey Wine Pears.
3x5
How Grand
Episode overview
21, 2009
Life shouldn’t be casual all the time. Showing how easy it is to dress up a menu Laura Calder makes succulent Mushroom Quails; soft Savoy Cabbage; sweet Fig and Chèvre Tartlets; and a creamy Pumpkin Mousse.
3x6
Cozy
Episode overview
23, 2009
Laura Calder creates a menu of comfort food - hearty Pork Belly & Lentils; peppery Gingered Watercress; soft Baked Apples; and, for a snack, Savoury French Toast.
3x7
The Slow Show
Episode overview
28, 2009
Laura Calder makes a menu worth slowing down for - Brandade cakes with Confit of Peppers; succulent Slow Lamb with Baked Tomatoes; filling Boulangère Potatoes; and refreshing Rhubarb Water.
3x8
Artist Dinner
Episode overview
30, 2009
Laura Calder gets creative in the kitchen making divine Moelleux au Chocolat with Caramel Sauce; tasty Blue Beef and Endives with Oranges; easy Nutty Pasta; and colourful Vegetable Chips.
3x9
Champagne Dinner
Episode overview
05, 2009
Paying attention to all the fine details, Laura Calder makes a birthday lunch for a friend. On the menu, bright Summer Tomato Soup; an elegant Stuffed Guinea Hen served on a Watercress .. show full overview
3x10
Lazy Daze
Episode overview
07, 2009
Laura Calder creates an effortless yet delicious menu for those days when you need a little break - shredded Basil Beef and warm Baby Potatoes in Olive Oil with Fleur de Sel; classic .. show full overview
3x11
Sunday Lunch
Episode overview
14, 2009
Laura Calder gets together with friends to share a classic Sunday lunch. Starting with an elegant Consommé; rustic Boeuf en Croûte with Green Beans, Hazelnuts and Crème Fraîche on the .. show full overview
3x12
Summer Buffet
Episode overview
19, 2009
For a perfect buffet style summer meal Laura Calder prepares delicious Hot Pernod Mussels; a magnificent Poached Trout with Mascarpone Lemon Cream; a healthy Pea, Fava, and Asparagus Tumble; and a spongy Angel Cake topped with Fresh Berries.
3x13
Confidence Builders
Episode overview
21, 2009
Laura Calder prepares an easy, ego-boosting menu of French classics like earthy Boeuf Bourguignon; simple Boiled Parsley Potatoes; a shaved Fennel and Mushroom Salad; and a sensational Apple and Almond Cream Tart.
3x14
Woodland Feast
Episode overview
26, 2009
With a menu inspired by the forest, Laura Calder makes a light Fiddlehead Soup; juicy Juniper Beer Bird with a creamy Celeriac Purée; soft Stuffed Mushroom Caps with Goat Cheese; and Millefeuilles stuffed with whipped cream and blackberries.
3x15
Cook for a Chef
Episode overview
28, 2009
Laura Calder cooks for a chef friend and presents an unpretentious menu of cumin-scented Aubergine Charlottes with a fresh Tomato and Coriander salad; Grilled Sea Bass with a Roasted Red .. show full overview
3x16
Mediterranean Sun
Episode overview
02, 2009
Flavours from the Mediterranean shine the way as Laura Calder makes an olive studded Fougasse; a roasted Fennel Salad with Orange, Olives and Red Onion; Pork Chops with MORE Olives; and .. show full overview
3x17
Moveable Feast
Episode overview
04, 2009
Laura Calder makes a full meal that’s so simple to transport - bright Carrot and Orange Juice Soup; juicy Rolled Pork Florentine; tangy Celeriac Remoulade; sweet Honey Fleur de Lys; and Spiced Nuts with Rosemary.
3x18
Gimick-Free
Episode overview
09, 2009
Requiring no fuss or help from kitchen gadgets Laura Calder prepares an effortless menu of buttery Roast Chicken with a tumble of crisp-edged Roasted Vegetables; easy Mixed Greens with .. show full overview
3x19
Free Spirit
Episode overview
11, 2009
Laura Calder takes a break from rule-ridden recipes and turns a bunch of casual dishes into a perfect meal with fiery Paprika Chicken; a beautiful salad of Shaved Vegetables; savoury Rice Pilaf; and a sweet Hazelnut Roll filled with whip cream.
3x20
French Barbecue
Episode overview
16, 2009
Laura Calder prepares a French style BBQ with all her favourites - wobbly Wine Jelly with Grapes; tangy Potato Salad; a refined Salade Greque; and of course skewers - Fish and Seafood .. show full overview
3x21
The Retro Show
Episode overview
18, 2009
Laura Calder travels back in time creating retro dishes like creamy Coquilles Saint-Jacques; striking Oeufs en Gêlée; funny looking, but fabulous; Tacky Canapés; and a fluffy Rhubarb Parfait.
3x22
The Beauty Show
Episode overview
23, 2009
In a stunning menu that’s more than just beautiful, Laura Calder makes delicate Fish Wrapped in Lettuce served with Dill Cream Sauce; beautiful Radishes and Peas; colourful Asparagus .. show full overview
3x23
Life's Luxuries
Episode overview
25, 2009
Laura Calder creates a special menu using luxurious ingredients - light Lobster Stew with Spring Vegetables; dainty Cucumber Rolls topped with Roe; sophisticated Foie Gras Tartines; and real Strawberry Ice Cream, with crispy Orange Almond Tuiles.
3x24
Cocktail Dinner
Episode overview
30, 2009
Laura Calder throws a cocktail party for friends and presents the perfect bite sized menu - a crispy Pissaladière; tasty Sausage and Apple Skewers; chic Shrimp in Mustard Mayonnaise; for .. show full overview
3x25
Well Preserved
Episode overview
02, 2009
With preserved foods making such a comeback Laura Calder makes a few of her very own bistro favourites - Duck Confit; a ruby Red Currant Jelly; the always useful Canned Tomatoes; and Canned Peaches for a taste of summertime in the dead of winter.
3x26
Frenchified
Episode overview
14, 2009
Laura Calder takes timeless dishes and adds French touches to each. Creating Turkey Paupillettes with Chestnuts and Brussels Sprouts – a holiday dinner in one pan; puréed French Mashed .. show full overview

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