Discover Global Flavors with the “Cooking with NCC” Series!
Food has a unique way of bringing people together. At the New Canadians Centre, we celebrate this by sharing delicious dishes from around the world through our Cooking with NCC series!
Each episode features a community member sharing a favourite dish from their culture, offering personal stories and insights into its significance.
Explore the Stories, Dishes & Recipes
Check out our collection of Cooking with NCC episodes below! Click on each video to hear the stories behind the dishes and find the recipes in the links for you to try at home.
Lechón Asado & Moros y Cristianos
Rosana brings Cuban flavours with a succulent roasted pork marinated in citrus and garlic, paired with a classic black beans and rice dish.
Feijoada
Ana brings the taste of Brazil with feijoada, a traditional black bean and pork stew, served with rice, collard green, farofa and orange.
Palak Paneer
Shaili introduces us to Palak Paneer, a classic North Indian dish made with paneer (Indian cottage cheese) simmered in a creamy, spiced spinach sauce.
Shakshuka
Boutheina introduces us to Shakshuka, a beloved North African dish featuring poached eggs in a richly-spiced tomato and pepper sauce.
Grilled Pork with Broken Rice & Pickled Veggies
Thao shows us how to make Grilled Pork with Broken Rice, served with tangy pickled veggies for the perfect balance of savoury and fresh. This is a beloved Vietnamese street food staple.
