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14 Fresh Recipes — Lemon Ricotta Gnocchi, Piccata, Coconut Curry & More
Plus even more dinner ideas!
Rhys Lawson
October 19, 2025
This week’s menu brings bold flavors and cozy layers, from creamy pasta to spicy dumplings and fall-inspired mains:
Lemon Ricotta Gnocchi — pillowy gnocchi in a lemony cream sauce with roasted squash and sausage
Chicken Piccata — golden cutlets in bright lemon-caper sauce over pasta
Coconut Curry Stew — rich coconut broth with shrimp, tofu, noodles, and heat
Pork Gyoza with Chili Soy Dipping Sauce — crispy pan-fried dumplings with pork, kimchi, and chili kick
Enchiladas Verdes — chicken-stuffed tortillas baked in tangy tomatillo salsa
…and plenty more — like roasted red pepper bisque, jalapeño cheddar links, and a fried chicken sandwich dripping in garlic-honey mustard.
Whether you’re craving bright citrusy comfort or deep, spicy broths, this week’s lineup has a little of everything to keep dinner fresh.
Hope you enjoy! — Rhys
14 Fresh Recipes — Lemon Ricotta Gnocchi, Piccata, Coconut Curry & More
14. Lemon Ricotta Gnocchi
Pillow-soft gnocchi served with whipped ricotta, lemon zest, and crispy sage.
 | Handmade Pasta by Armsby Abbey Pan-seared housemade ricotta gnocchi, roasted squash, fennel sausage, and shallots in a rich lemon & white wine cream sauce finished with basil and parmesan |
13. Chicken Piccata
Pan-fried chicken cutlets in lemon-caper sauce, served over pasta or potatoes.
 | Chicken Piccata over lemon pepper pasta by Cafe Berlin Tender chicken piccata served over a bed of zesty lemon pepper pasta, creating a delightful balance of flavors. |
12. Coconut Curry Stew
Hearty and comforting with ginger, garlic, cilantro, and turmeric.
| Curry Laksa Ramen by Hawkers Asian Street Food Spicy coconut curry stew brimming with shrimp, chicken, fried tofu, ramen noodles, veggies and a soft-boiled egg. |
11. Pork Gyoza with Chili Soy Dipping Sauce
Pan-seared dumplings filled with pork and chives.
 | Pork & kimchee gyoza, yuzu by Ramsay's Kitchen Delight in our Pork & Kimchee Gyoza, where tender, savory pork meets the zesty kick of fermented kimchee, all encased in a perfectly pan-fried dumpling. |
10. Enchiladas Verdes
Rolled tortillas stuffed with black beans and cheese, smothered in tangy tomatillo sauce.
 | Crispy Tofu Bowl (vegan) by Enchiladas Verdes by Taqueria El Cuñado Abierto Todos Los Dias Indulge in our Enchiladas Verdes, featuring tender corn tortillas filled with savory shredded chicken, smothered in a zesty green tomatillo sauce, and topped with a sprinkle of fresh cilantro and crumbled queso fresco. |
9. Roasted Red Pepper Bisque
Creamy soup with roasted red peppers, garlic, and a swirl of crème fraîche.
 | Roasted Red Pepper, Crab & Corn Bisque by BRAVO! Italian Restaurant & Bar A creamy bisque featuring sweet roasted red peppers, succulent crab meat, and fresh corn, creating a delightful blend of flavors in every spoonful. |
8. Seared Scallops with Lemon Butter
Caramelized scallops served with sautéed greens and mashed potatoes.
 | NORTH ATLANTIC SCALLOPS by The Rack House Steak & Spirits Succulent North Atlantic scallops, perfectly seared to enhance their natural sweetness and served with a drizzle of lemon butter sauce. |
7. Stuffed Jalapeño Cheddar Links
Spicy sausages stuffed with spicy cheddar and grilled to perfection..
 | SCQ cheddar jalapeño stuffed hot links by Sweet Cheeks Q Spicy hot links generously stuffed with creamy cheddar and zesty jalapeños, delivering a bold flavor explosion in every bite. |
6. Niçoise Salad with Tuna
Greens, green beans, potatoes, olives, and soft eggs with Dijon vinaigrette.
 | Salad Nicoise by Marigold Cafe & Bakery Experience the vibrant flavors of our Salad Nicoise, a classic French dish that beautifully combines tender greens, ripe tomatoes, crisp green beans, and briny olives, all topped with succulent seared tuna and hard-boiled eggs. |
5. Sun-Dried Tomato Pesto Pasta
Al dente penne tossed in a rich sun-dried tomato pesto with parmesan and basil.
 | Pesto Rosso by Licari's Sicilian Pizza Kitchen-No.1 Gemelli pasta, house-made sausage, sun-dried tomato pesto, fresh ricotta cheese, and red pepper flakes for a slight spice. |
4. Honey Mustard Chicken Sandwich
Crispy chicken sandwich with roasted garlic & honey mustard glaze, gruyere, bacon, lettuce, tomato, mayo.
 | Uh Huh Honey by WÜRSTBAR Buttermilk Fried Chicken, Roasted Garlic & Honey Mustard Glaze, Gruyere, Bacon, Lettuce, Tomato, Mayo |
3. Stuffed Acorn Squash
Baked squash filled with wild rice, cranberries, pecans, and herbs.
 | Acorn Squash by Grand Trunk Pub Roasted acorn squash stuffed with wild rice, marinated lentils, sautéed spinach & sun dried cherries, topped with toasted pecans and an herbed coulis |
2. Lemongrass Tofu Stir Fry
Crispy tofu and seasonal vegetables in a lemongrass glaze over rice.
 | XAO XA OT by Monsoon GR Lemongrass stir fry - Onions, green beans, snap peas, eggplant, carrots, bell pepper, lemongrass, bok choy, jalapeno & basil |
1. Vietnamese Chicken Pho
Aromatic broth with rice noodles, shredded chicken, herbs, and lime.
 | Chicken Pho by Pho By Night Ottawa Vietnamese Restaurant Savor the warmth of our Chicken Pho, a fragrant Vietnamese noodle soup that combines tender, succulent chicken with an aromatic broth simmered to perfection. |
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