Nothing says the holidays like a hot cup of coco brimming with marshmallows. But what if you or your kids are lactose intolerant? Or maybe you are on a dairy-free diet? Why should that mean that you lose out on all the hot chocolaty fun? Why not try putting a little twist on the standard hot … [Read more...]
Foodie Flavour Trends We Love For 2016
In my house, we love food, plain and simple. I would definitely consider us to be adventurous eaters—we like to try new foods, explore new restaurants and experiment with recipes. Anytime I hear about some new, cool foodie gadget or trend, I am ready to test it out with the whole family. Thank … [Read more...]
UrbanKitchen: Becel Chocolate Peppermint Thumbprint Cookies
The holidays are around the corner, and that means it’s time to start thinking about what kind of cookies you’re going to bake this year. But, if you’re anything like me—a busy mom with a full-time job and lots of obligations around the festive season—you’re a little overwhelmed at the thought of … [Read more...]
UrbanKitchen: Chef Brad Long’s Cauliflower Soup
I love visiting Cafe Belong, a casual restaurant set in the city's lovely Evergreen Brick Works. If you haven't been to the area yet, it's definitely worth a visit for it's hiking trails, children's garden, farmer's market and this restaurant. It serves up honest to goodness wholesome dishes that … [Read more...]
Family Fun Turns Rice Krispies Treats Into Toys For The Holidays
I'm sifting through the recipes now getting ready for the holiday season. The festive season always includes a few sweet exchanges with friends and family. We have a tradition here in our home that ties-in with the holiday theme of giving and with kids, it's something that multi-generations can … [Read more...]
Cyclonic Technology Is Everything You’ve Ever Wanted In A Microwave
What do you use your microwave for? Immediately reheating leftovers, defrosting, and making popcorn comes to mind but how often do we use the microwave for cooking. Most of us have dabbled in the past with cooking but realistically, I had tried several times and found it took more time to determine … [Read more...]
My Ever-Evolving Relationship With Food
Food isn't just something you eat. It's not just something you put in your mouth to survive or when you have a craving. It's part of your culture, your traditions, your family history. Certain smells, sights, tastes or recipes bring back memories and take you to another time. I know that when I … [Read more...]
UrbanKitchen: Cranberry Orange Stuffing Cakes
I recently attended the most beautiful harvest luncheon at l'unita restaurant where Chef Miriam presented a mouth-watering full on meal that has also provided the inspiration I need to get me through this coming Thanksgiving weekend. Cranberries were the talk of the event aka a staple at … [Read more...]
UrbanKitchen: A Taste of New Zealand
New Zealand is often referred to as the most idyllic place to live. It's micro-climates lends itself to multiple uses including producing some of the best food and wine offered in the world. On a recent trip to Toronto, New Zealand Winemaker David Edmonds tells us to put the country on our bucket … [Read more...]
Life Is Better With Pizza, Of Course!
It's been a busy couple of weeks with us all adjusting to the back-to-school routines. No more sleeping in and no more late nights and lots of blurry eyes in the mornings. Anyone else already tired of making lunches and constantly washing that favourite t-shirt that's on repeat? Hey, it makes him … [Read more...]
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