A big congratulations are in order for the fabulous Chris Chafe, Executive Chef at The Doctor’s House and rising star on the Newfoundland culinary scene. This past weekend, Chris competed in the ‘Cod Wars,‘ a cook-off between several top chefs in the province, at the popular Roots, Rants and Roars food festival. The festival is a celebration of Newfoundland cuisine and more, and having experienced Chris’ cooking, we know it deserves to be celebrated! That’s why we’re not surprised but totally elated that his work was recognized. So, congratulations again, Chef Chris!
Yummy Toutons
Lisa has been at a workshop the past few days (more on that later), and I just had to share this picture. These are toutens, a traditional Newfoundland dish that is simple and delicious (and healthy, let’s pretend), that all visitors should try when they’re here. It sounds simple enough, but toutens are dough traditionally fried in fat-back pork (although oil and butter is often used now). Barry Parsons at Rock Recipes has a nice description of them, and when he says their “virtues are universally enjoyed by all who have known it,” he’s right!
I like my toutens with molasses (most of us do), but looks like Lisa’s were paired with a nice berry sauce. I’d take it! And if you’re interested in making your own, here’s a recipe. Please let me know in the comments – where’s the best place to get toutens? Do you make your own?