We’d like to introduce a new Columnist for us. Cornwall resident Richard Komorowski is a freelance writer with a passion for energy and environmental issues dating back to the 60s, when he studied biology in university. Here is Richard’s first column for us. Lucky most of us live in CornwallContinue Reading
A Taste of Morocco By: C. Shawn Kretz Recently I have been delving further into various ethnic cuisines. While I enjoy all cuisine, I am particularly taken with a choice few; Indian, Moroccan and Thai. Many dishes in this culture can be identified as having a blend of spices thatContinue Reading
Here is the latest column from our resident Chef, Shawn Kretz For some creating a menu while maintaining a fluid concept can be a difficult proposition. Expedience certainly comes with experience. For me the two most important factors to menu and meal creation are freshness (esp. Seasonality) and maintaining aContinue Reading
A Market Boom by Chef Shawn Kretz Well, it is nice to see one market booming in the midst of our recession. I am talking about the Downtown Cornwall Farmers Market of course. Now that all the crops have germinated and are on their way to producing wonderful fruitsContinue Reading
Here is the latest column from Chef Shawn Kretz! A sucessful dinner party depends on many components coming together. The famous food writers M.F.K Fisher and Elizabeth David have waxed eloquently about the virtues a host should posess. Aside from the food and drink, our most important consideration is theContinue Reading
Thats right, mushroom season is fast approaching. Over the next month thousands of species of mushrooms will “pop” up all across our beautiful province. Well wooded areas are particularly prime mushroom hunting locations. Before I delve to far into the topic I would like to suggest some further readingContinue Reading
Here is your latest column from Chef Shanw Kretz – if you wish to contact Chef Shawn email us at info@cornwallfreenews.com or canvid@hotmail.com The Farmers Market is upon us… Finally! I was excited to get out and see the inaugural weekend of the Downtown Cornwall Farmers Market. Granted that manyContinue Reading
Here is the latest Column from Chef Shawn Kretz: Planting season is upon us. Before we know it there will be weeds to pick, along with the first of the season’s bounty. Seedlings are available at every garden centre, and gardens are starting to come together as the risk ofContinue Reading
A note from Chef Shawn Kretz of Chez Nous. “Fiddleheads and wild garlic are out; morels may start tomorrow or thursday thanks to the rain.” There should be some good and healthy eatin’ down at Chez Nous. please visit our sponsors:Continue Reading
Parisian Style Bistro: What’s the Fuss About? Chef Shawn Kretz turns in his latest column typing with only one hand! What makes a Parisian style French Bistro different than a Bistro in Lyons, Strasbourg, or Dijon? Well, for the most part a Parisian Bistro will draw the best from allContinue Reading
The bad news is that if you were waiting for Chef Shawn Kretz’s latest column you’ll have to wait a bit longer as he had a mishap with a power tool and injured his cooking hand. Luckily he still can supervise his crack, and friendly staff. I stopped by ChezContinue Reading
Here is another Column from Chef Shawn Kretz of Cornwall’s newest French Bistro CHEZ NOUS By: C. Shawn Kretz Spring is here, I think. With it brings the promise of new growth and the revival of our favorite seasonal recipes, or the introduction of new-found gems. I always look forwardContinue Reading
Thanks to Chef Shawn Kretz from Chez Nous 333 Second St. 613-932-HOME (4663) for this article. If you wish to see more from Chef Shawn let us know, and feel free to leave your comments. Changing the Face of Fine Cuisine in Cornwall by Shawn Kretz: The awareness of aContinue Reading