The scent of a freshly baked cinnamon bun unfailingly invites a smile, but when a single giant bun is pulled from the oven, applause is in order. Get the whole family cheering with this delicious new take on a classic morning treat by chef Anna Olson. Start preparing the dough the day before so it …
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Oct 19 2022
A Ghoulishly Scary Halloween Dessert
If you have read a few of my other articles about Halloween, then you probably know that I recommend not giving out anything that is home-made. This can make Halloween a bit of a disappointment for those of us who love to make some devilishly delightful treats for the kids in the neighborhood, but before …
Oct 18 2022
How to Make Cute Halloween Grab Bags
People often say, “Halloween, it’s just about the candy,” and although I often agree with them on some level, I don’t really think it is a bad thing. To me, Halloween is one of the truly whimsical holidays around. There is no deep meaning, although there is a history, and children and adults alike, can …
Oct 17 2022
How to Make Halloween Tissue Paper Ghosts
Some of the best craft projects can be made from common household items, and here we’ll learn how to make this fun Halloween craft project from tissues or coffee filters and a few other items. This is an easy project that children and adults of all ages can enjoy! And not only are they fun …
Oct 16 2022
Meringue Ghosts Recipe
This is my go-to recipe for Halloween festivities and it’s always a big hit! It’s great because the recipe is easy and the treats are light and tasty. This is also a great Halloween project to do with the kids, because they can get creative with the shapes and decorations. In our house our favorite …
Oct 16 2022
Vegan Mango Chutney Grilled Cheese
Layering mango chutney into a grilled cheese sandwich is kind of like adding jam or jelly to a cheese board; it adds that welcome hit of juicy sweetness to round out the flavours and cut the richness of the cheese. Here, we use a PC plant-based mayo-style spread as a great vegan hack for making …
Oct 13 2022
Pumpkin Patch 3 Oil Soap Recipe
I love this recipe because it only requires three oils which you can find in the grocery store, making it an easy recipe to satisfy a quick soap making fix! Ingredients: 8 oz. olive oil 8 oz. coconut oil, 76 deg. 9 oz. vegetable shortening like Crisco 9.5 oz. water 3.6 oz. lye 1 oz. Pumpkin Patch …
Oct 09 2022
Recipe: Spicy Spaghetti and Meatballs
The fall months call for hearty meals and cozy, comfort fare. No need to spend hours in the kitchen preparing – using quality ingredients in even the simplest recipes can help to produce a dish that delivers on both flavour and satisfaction. Whip up this classic spaghetti recipe to bring hearty, rustic flavours to tonight’s …
Oct 09 2022
Recipe: Cherry Almond Strudel
Serve a Warm and Gooey Cherry Strudel – The Ultimate Fall Dessert “Teeming with ripe, juicy cherries, this subtly sweet fruit filling is encased in crisp, flaky layers of phyllo pastry, and a dusting of cinnamon, brown sugar, and almonds,” says Chef Tom Filippou, executive chef for President’s Choice Cooking School. “The sour cherry fruit …
Oct 05 2022
The Fluffiest Pancake of All Time
Looking to expand your culinary cuisine and try something new? This stacked pancake cake is a simple twist on the classic French dessert, Mille-Crepe Cake. “A traditional mille-crepe cake consists of 20 layers of paper thin crepes, each separated with a dollop of French pastry cream,” says Tom Filippou, executive chef for President’s Choice. “In this lightened …