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Join us each Sunday at 10am on YouTube for a tour of food and culture from around the world!
Who we are?
At Atlantic Canada Cooks, we exist to connect people authentically through food, art, and music. Whether you’re local or joining us from across the world, our kitchen is your kitchen. For over five years, we’ve been inviting friends to join us online every Sunday morning live from our home kitchen to explore the tastes, stories, and rhythms of Atlantic Canada and beyond.
What We’re About
We’ve created a space where everyone is welcome at our table, a place to cook, to share a meal, and to tell stories. Each Sunday, we bring people together with a warm heart and a hearty recipe, blending the rich traditions of Atlantic Canada with global flavors, friends, and conversations.

Upcoming Live Episode
Get ready for sizzling moments, surprise flavors, and culinary brilliance!
Week 261 – Let’s Get Grilling!
Sunday, July 27, 2025 – 10:00 am
Join Michelle, her mom Helen, and friends in the backyard as they fire up the grill for Week 261 of AC Cooks LIVE from her backyard. Just back from a flavour-filled journey to Morocco, Michelle is bringing the heat with traditional Moroccan kefta, zesty salads, and juicy chicken skewers—all made with fresh, in-season Canadian ingredients.


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We are passionate about exploring the intersection of food, culture, and creativity. Join us to explore a world of flavors and stories. Connect with us to infuse your dishes with local inspiration and global influences. Let’s create memorable culinary experiences together. Reach out to Menu@ACcooks.com to showcase your unique culinary talents or products.
Let’s cook up something amazing with Michelle!
Popular
Sweet Potato Bake
Michelle Alcorn has shared her amazing Sweet Potato Bake recipe! With the perfect blend of sweet and savory, it’s sure to be a favorite.
RECIPE
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1 cup onions (chopped)
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1 cup walnuts
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3 tbsp olive oil
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3 sprigs fresh thyme
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1/4 cup maple syrup
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Optional: 1/4 tsp nutmeg
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Salt & pepper
STEPS
Enjoy this sweet and savory delight!
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Stout Onions
RECIPE
- 2 cups raw onions chopped
- 1 tablespoon chopped fresh rosemary
- 4 garlic cloves
- Salt & pepper
- 1 cup stout beer
- 4 tablespoons of olive oil
STEPS
Hot pan add olive oil, onions, garlic, herbs and cook for 15 minutes until soft and add the stout and cook for 10-15 more minutes.
Enjoy with steak, Option to add cooked mushrooms at the end and stir together.
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Maple Mustard Marinade
RECIPE : (Amount for 4- 6 pieces of chicken)
- 1/4 cup whole-grain mustard
- 1/4 cup New Brunswick maple syrup
- 1 tsp garlic powder
- Pinch of sea salt & pepper
- 1 tbsp soy sauce
STEPS
In a small bowl, whisk together the mustard, maple syrup, garlic powder, sea salt, pepper and soy sauce. Coat your choice of protein with the marinade, ensuring even coverage. Let it sit for at least 45 minutes before cooking. Enjoy

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What to Expect
- Explore recipes cooked at home with friends from around the world.
- Learn about food culture in Atlantic Canada and meet local producers and farmers.
- Experience different food cultures each week from local to global with 1 to 2 guests cooks each week.
- Connect with people that want to learn about food and healthy recipes to share with family and friends.
- Fun and safe place to meet people from all ages and share your food story.
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Travel the world through food
Join us on a trip around the world with scrumptious recipes and meal ideas from our team members and students from across the globe.
Michelle has hosted from Morocco, Chile and Italy live. Follow along our food & music journey.
Take a trip to your local market
Discover the tastes of the world.
Meet Our Host Michelle Alcorn
From Lower Coverdale New Brunswick, Canada, with her mother Helen Alcorn

Michelle Alcorn

Helen Alcorn