We've had stretch of hot and humid weather and it's left us craving cool and easy dishes to serve to our family and friends. It's easy enough to fire up the barbecue and serve with an easy side serving of vegetables. But if you're looking for a twist on a pasta salad, this Asian dish may inspire … [Read more...]
Instagram Bans Birth Photographer During World Breastfeeding Week
A popular Australian photographer, known for her photos about birth and motherhood, had her Instagram account banned and deleted the first day of World Breastfeeding Week. Melissa Jean Wilbraham is a 33-year-old photographer from Australia’s Sunshine Coast who shares photos of pregnancy, birth … [Read more...]
What You Need To Know Before Colouring Your Own Hair
Have you tried to colour your own hair ? I admit that I'm hesitant (okay, chicken) to do it on my own. I've asked several friends and their reactions have ranged from "don't do it" to "no big deal." I've had several companies send over product samples to test out and I've never tried it. Yes, I'm a … [Read more...]
Can An App Make Healthy Eating at Restaurants Easier?
Eating healthy is hard. Eating healthy while out is even harder. Throw hungry, picky kids into the mix and you’ve got yourself a storm. As much as you’d like to feed your kids nutritious meals all the time, fast food just seems so much easier. Thankfully there’s an app for that. The National … [Read more...]
UrbanKitchen: Refreshing Iced Coffee Summer Recipes
Iced Teas and blender coffee drinks are popular especially during the summer months but here are a few great new iced coffee brews with a twist. Great for entertaining on the back porch or at the cottage. Awesome for a quiet afternoon while you're into that hottest summer read. I've been inspired by … [Read more...]
You’ll Be GLAD You Donated To Your Local Goodwill
I try to teach my boys about being kind to others. I want them to know the value of being generous and caring and I want them to understand that not everyone is fortunate. We make a point of doing things like holding elevators for moms with strollers and doors for the elderly. We also regularly … [Read more...]
UrbanKitchen: The Perfect Summer Agua Fresca
Our entire family is being swept away with the excitement of the Pan Am Games happening in the city and revving up for the ParaPan Am Games! In celebration, we've also been revisiting some of our favourite eateries around the city. I'm also thinking of summer parties (little guy has a birthday … [Read more...]
UrbanKitchen: Taco-licious Chicken Skillet
Roasting corn in the oven intensifies and brings out its sweet flavours. It’s the perfect accompaniment to this skillet dinner and fresh and tangy salsa. Flavour tip: use ancho or chipotle powder for the chili powder and jalapeno or Serrano chili peeper for the red pepper in the salsa for an added … [Read more...]
Geocaching Is The Coolest Discovery Scavenger Hunt Ever
"Did you find it? The hint says 'orange is almost the mark' and it's 30 ft away from the beach walk but watch for muggles! Wait, I see something orange! I see something orange!" If you're already a Geocacher you will already understand why we're extremely excited. Geocaching may just be the best … [Read more...]
UrbanKitchen: Citrus & Sweet Orange Chicken Treat
It’s super important to get your kids into the kitchen and cooking with you. It is a great way to help them build an important life skill and it can also help to build up their independence and self-confidence. The season 2 winner of MasterChef Junior, Logan Guleff, wants to help show kids that … [Read more...]
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