Did you greet the arrival of summer with a great big grin like I did? Oh, what a feeling! Things have been bonkers busy around here for the month of June. My mom came to visit for a few days, then I was consumed with working on the first round of edits for my cookbook - and now I'm on to round two. With not much time on my hands, meals have been quick and simple, and that's another reason I love this time of year so very much - you can throw stuff on the grill and dinner is essentially done. Take this salad I made for the fine folks over at Mushrooms Canada. I grilled some meaty portabella mushrooms and thick slices of halloumi cheese, which I then served over a mixture of quinoa, arugula and plenty of herbs from my kitchen garden. The result was a delicious, healthy and satisfying summer salad. For the recipe, head to the Mushrooms Canada blog. Enjoy these days, friends. I'll be back soon, once the edits are done and I have just a little more time on my hands. Until then, eat all the ice cream and wish on the shooting stars.
