No more maple syrup clichés because there is more to Canadian cuisine than maple syrup! It’s time to reveal the Canadian recipes that they don’t want you to know about. From the east coast to the west coast, Canada’s culinary scene is bursting with delicious secrets just waiting to be uncovered.
Butter Tarts
Indulge in a Canadian classic with homemade butter tarts. With a sweet,
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Homemade Beaver Tail
Indulge in a classic Canadian dessert with this delicious beaver tail recipe, perfect for any occasion from movie nights to Canada Day parties. These mini donut-like treats, shaped like a beaver’s tail and coated in cinnamon sugar, are a must-try for anyone looking to experience the flavors of Canada.
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Atlantic Canada Lobster Roll
Indulge in the taste of the Atlantic with this flavor-packed lobster roll recipe, perfect for seafood lovers. The combination of lobster tail meat with garlic, shallot, hot pepper, dill, and lemon creates a mouthwatering filling that’s best served in a buttery or split-top hot dog bun.
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Caesar Cocktail
Discover Canada’s national drink – the classic Canadian Caesar, a flavor-packed cocktail perfect for Canada Day celebrations. Made with clamato juice, lime juice, and a blend of spices, this drink is a must-try, especially when paired with other famous Canadian dishes like poutine.
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Loaded Poutine
Indulge in Canada’s most beloved dish, the delicious poutine, perfect for satisfying any comfort food cravings. Smothered with cheese curds, bacon, and gravy, this tasty dish is a must-try for fry lovers.
Get the Recipe: Loaded Poutine
Spiced Shrimp with Saskatchewan Dry Rub
Experience the taste of Canadian cattle country with these smoked spiced shrimp flavored with a homemade Saskatchewan dry rub. This copycat Traeger blackened Saskatchewan rub is easy to prepare, and when combined with juicy shrimp, creates the perfect appetizer or main dish.
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Canadian Date Bars
Indulge in these delicious and hearty Canadian date bars with an oatmeal crumble topping. Packed with dates, oats, coconut, and cinnamon, these bars make a perfect breakfast or brunch addition, and even an unconventional dessert option. Plus, they’re sure to be a hit and far superior to their American cousin, the date bar.
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Nanaimo Bars
Experience the unforgettable taste of the best Nanaimo bars, a classic Canadian dessert that is sure to leave you craving more. These no-bake, frozen bars are a perfect treat for any occasion and are packed with layers of sweet flavors, making them an irresistible summer or holiday dessert that will quickly disappear from your freezer.
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Apple Cinnamon Cocktail
This apple cinnamon cocktail is the ultimate comfort drink that combines the flavours of a classic apple pie with a fun cocktail. Made with fireball whisky,
Get the Recipe: Apple Pie à la Mode Cocktail
Maple Leaf Cookies
Celebrate all you love about Canada with some festive red and white cookies that are easy to make. These copycat Dunkaroo cookies with cream cheese dip and red and white sprinkles are sure to be a hit.
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Maple Old-Fashioned Cocktail
This maple old-fashioned cocktail puts a delightfully fall take on the classic bourbon drink. Using real maple syrup and spiced bitters, this cocktail tastes like Canada in a glass.
Get the Recipe: Maple Old-Fashioned Cocktail
Montreal Smoked Meat
Montreal smoked meat, the Canadian counterpart to pastrami, is a delicious and flavorful meat that can be easily made at home. Thinly sliced and smoked to perfection, it’s a must-try for anyone who loves cured and smoked meats.
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Peameal Bacon
Peameal bacon, a beloved Canadian specialty, can be easily made at home for a fraction of the cost of store-bought versions. With a flavor that is unmatched, this versatile meat can be used in a variety of dishes, including breakfast and sandwiches.
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Blueberry Grunt
Blueberry Grunt, a favorite of Canada’s East Coast, is a simple and delicious dessert that can be made on the stovetop using fresh blueberries. The tender and buttery biscuit-like layer on top is the perfect complement to the cooked blueberries, making it a hit with the whole family.
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Ptarmigan Spruce Grouse Stew
Ptarmigans and spruce grouse make a delicious and hearty stew. Ptarmigans are found in various habitats all across Canada.
Get the Recipe: Ptarmigan Spruce Grouse Stew