ONTARIO

Ontario is Canada’s second largest province covering more than 1 million square kilometres. The vast area holds a third of the world’s fresh water supply in its more than 250,000 lakes, rivers and streams.

Ontario’s Niagara Region is home to a climate that mimics the South of France, which allows for prime grape growing conditions. From exceptional grapes come exceptional wines and Ontario’s breadth of traditional vintages compliment any meal and its ice wines. 

Sweet and subtle, Chef Darren Johns’ Signature Forbidden Rice is a refreshing and elegant finisher to any meal. The definition of simplicity, this dessert treat requires only four ingredients to make.

“As a culinary professional, I find USA Rice to be of superior quality. Whether it be brown or white rice, the final product tastes outstanding, which is of the utmost importance when creating international dishes for foreign clients. I use only top products, and I give USA Rice the Silver Culinary & Consulting Seal of Approval.” ~ Chef Darren Johns

In a bowl, combine hot cooked rice, coconut milk, sugar and mirin. Allow to cool for 10 minutes. Rice will thicken slightly.

Serve in martini glass with a Thai basil sprig for garnish.

CHEF BIO: Based in Toronto, Chef Darren Johns has national memberships in both the Canadian Culinary Federation and Escoffier Society. His career has taken him to top four star hotels and award winning four diamond inns, not to mention aboard a naval destroyer and a fast attack nuclear submarine. His approach to food is simple; use the best products available and be precise in technique.

BUSINESS BIO: Chef Darren Johns began Silver Culinary & Consulting five years ago as a professional contractor/consultant servicing corporate and private clients across Canada and the United States.