

Sweet Delights Series - Lemon Blueberry Olive Oil Cake
Fresh blueberries is one of the highlights of summer and its not rare to stockpile when these blue beads of tart and sweet juice are such a great fruit to freeze for use all year long or in pretty much every kind of food you can think of! As the season comes to a close you might be looking for something to do with all those delicious blueberries? This stunning Lemon Blueberry Olive Oil Cake with Coconut Whipped Cream combines all of our favourite things! A savoury and sweet t


Appy hour - Fresh Deglet Nour bites
So many traditional appetizers focus on heavy and filling carbs paired with some form of dairy. The classic cheese & cracker or oven-baked goodies routine may not be suitable for all dietary restrictions and can leave some guests feeling left out of the "warm-up" to the feast. Stuffed dates are an easy and healthy alternative to the hors d'oeuvres scramble providing both dietary flexibility and extraordinary taste! Not to mention, all that tasty fibre will help with digestion


Grilled - Spiced Leg of Lamb
A little spice, a little garlic, a little fire and whole lot of juicy lamb is the recipe for the perfect summer dinner party! We've done some grilling tests and compiled a few grilling tips for every cook to keep in mind when attempting to grill a leg of lamb. Lamb is easy to grill so don't just think about doing it, actually do it! The meat is best showcased when prepared medium to medium rare or approximately 145* FH. If you have a meat thermometer, this would be time to du


Cheers - Luxe French 75
The French 75 cocktail was first poured in 1915 at a bar in Paris, a mixture of Champagne, gin, lemon juice and sugar. It was said to have the kick of a French 75mm field gun, thus the name. For all those non-drinkers out there, Rivale Foodies brings you yet another classic cocktail without the need for the booze! Nutriluxe Paris Apple and Lemon Peel sparkling juice is the perfect substitute for the bubbly and gin in this recipe! If you're happy to have the alcohol however, w


To die for Tabbouleh Salad
Middle eastern cuisine is fresh, seasonal and flavourful. No quality summer dinner menu would be complete without a classic Tabbouleh salad! Tabbouleh is a Levantine vegetarian dish made of tomatoes, finely chopped parsley, mint, bulgur, and onion, and seasoned with olive oil, lemon juice, and salt. Some variations add garlic or lettuce, or use couscous instead of bulgur. Not able to have gluten, fear not! Superfood quinoa tastes even better than the wheat grains in this Tabb


Cheers - Luxe Kir Royal
The french have never been accused of lacking in the department of joie de vivre and the same can be said of their exceptional culinary gifts that we at Rivale International are proud to bring to your table! Hosting a bridal shower, baby shower, fabulous girls' brunch or intimate date night for you and your sweetheart? Get the party started with this classic french cocktail - the Kir Royal! Traditionally, the Kir Royal is made with Champagne (which we fully support), however,


Grilled - The "Best" Chicken Marinade
Tan lines and barbecues are synonymous with "summer" and with a few short weeks until the season's best activities kick off, we at Rivale wanted to prep you and your meats for a summer of epic grilling! Not everyone loves chicken but with the right marinade a chicken-hater might quickly change their tune! Packed with good-for-you lean protein, chicken is an ideal choice as a main or as a savoury topping in a fresh salad! Mom on Timeout has vetted this marinade recipe and we l


Eat your greens - Episode II
With spring in full bloom getting more of those fresh veggies and fruits can feel a whole lot easier! Something about the sunshine and vibrant colours makes you crave the crisp, juicy and tasty treats at your local farmer's market! We love this recipe by Joanna Cismaru from Jo Cooks! Weeknight dinner or weekend entertaining at its finest (and healthiest!) Mediterranean Grilled Chicken Salad Grab some ready-to-eat salad mix: we opted for a local organic spring mix with red and


Eat your greens!
It can sometimes be tough to fit in all those healthy greens everyday, especially with the wet and cold West Coast weather! Whether its the boredom you feel with the same old broccoli with dinner or a time crunch to prepare a fresh salad, Sahara Delights can help make things tastier and faster! We thought up two easy ways to add more greens to your everyday meal plan, served up hot or cold. Stay tuned for episode II which will feature our "cold" favourite! This recipe showcas


Maqluba - "Upside Down" Recipe
Known as the national dish of Palestine, this hearty and homey dish combines the best of Middle Eastern flavours into one amazing meal! Maqluba literally translates into "upside down" and enjoys its name from the technique of cooking the dish with the rice on top and then serving it rice on the bottom. There are no rules when it comes to Maqluba except using veggies and rice. Traditional versions generally use lamb or beef, however the dish can also be made entirely vegetaria