Sundays at my house are made for cooking and relaxing. Typically, Coraline and I will spend the day in the kitchen making a meal that will provide lots of leftovers to get through the first couple days of the week. As she is only three years old, at this time her favorite thing to do …
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Jul 04 2019
Gardening With Coraline: Planting Veggies & Herbs
This year we decided since Coraline is now 3 years old, it would be a good time to introduce her to the family friendly activity of gardening. Not only will she truly learn where her favorite produce comes from, it is also a great tactile activity she can take part in. Not to mention it …
Jun 29 2019
Hosting a Standout Brunch with Crab Cakes Benedict
Top tips for hosting a standout brunch Any special occasion — whether it’s Mother’s Day, a birthday, a wedding shower or a baby shower — presents a great excuse to host a delicious, memorable brunch for family or friends. You can create not just a delicious meal accompanied by tasty drinks, but a special event …
Jun 25 2019
Plant-based Anything Goes Cookie Dough
Customize your cookies with this versatile plant-based recipe Plant-based eating has been one of the big trends of 2019 and has even taken centre stage as part of the new Canada’s Food Guide. Yet despite widespread awareness of the new food guide, according to recent survey commissioned by Becel, only one in two Canadians (52%) …
Jun 24 2019
Spiced Cauliflower “Wings”
Put plants on your plate with these spiced cauliflower “wings” Earlier this year, the new Canada’s Food Guide was released after much anticipation, removing the four food groups and, in place, providing tips and guidance on healthy eating habits. These habits include cooking at home, enjoying more fruits and vegetables, and opting for plant-based options …
Jun 18 2019
Spend a Weekend at Pickathon
Every summer for the past twenty-plus years, music-lovers have flocked to an 80-acre farm outside of Portland, Oregon to attend an event called Pickathon. The three-day-long festival takes place from August 2rd through 4th this year, and this year, the lineup is huge: 65 bands, including Sudan Archives and Damien Jurado, will play at least six uniquely constructed stages, delighting …
Apr 27 2019
Crafty Recipes: Cloud Dough
We all love play-dough and all the different objects that you can mold with so I decided to add another recipe to my already growing recipe list. Having lots of alternatives for play is a great way to keep children interested in the activities that you set out for them. Cloud Dough is interesting in …
Mar 17 2019
How to Make Wax Tart Melts
My sisters and I have always loved fragrances, including trying new scented candles and bath products. And scented candle making, soap making, and perfumery have long been some of my favorite hobbies. Now my daughter has grown to love fragrances as much as the rest of our family, so when she asked me to make …
Feb 19 2019
Asparagus and Goat Cheese Frittata
Usher in spring with this delicious brunch dish Asparagus is a culinary superstar of spring. Here’s an easy and delicious way to enjoy it — as a breakfast, lunch or light supper — from the staff at Harrowsmith magazine. Asparagus and Goat Cheese Frittata Prep time: 15-20 minutesCook time: 25 minutesServes: 6 Ingredients: Directions: Find more easy …
Feb 10 2019
Recipe: German Cucumber Salad
This is one of my favorite salads, as a matter of fact, when I go to a new German restaurant, I always have to try their cucumber salad – that and their hot potato salad. The dressing combines smooth sour cream with tangy lemon juice and vinegar, and fresh dill. I like onions in mine, …