Canada Week: The Menu

In some ways, Canada is a lot like the United States. The country is so huge geographically that picking just one meal that defines Canada is a lot like trying to choose a truly American meal.
Additionally, like the United States, certain foods are popular in certain regions due to their historical or cultural importance. (For example, there is a large population of indigenous people who practice subsistence - which means some quintessential Canadian meals are made from seal, berries, caribou, or fish.)

It was difficult choosing Canadian dishes because Canadian food is so similar to the United States. We managed to pick a few meals that were just different enough from cuisine you find in the United States and things that I did not make very often (if at all).

This week we will be eating:

Poutine

Soupe aux pois with Bannock
Rappie Pie

Nanaimo Bars

Alternative Menu Ideas:

Calgary-style Ginger Beef
Smoked meat
Beaver Tails