When it comes to cooking and eating, I'll try just about anything once. But before trying it again, I ask myself one question,Is it worth it? Take today for instance; we were out for lunch with friends and happened upon the coolest old-school diner. The menu boasted about their world-famous … [Read more...]
A Cup of Cheer
We just got back from a wonderful family holiday at the ski hill. It was relaxing and fun and so special to share such great memories with our extended family in such a lovely setting.On Christmas Eve we went to the ski village where there was a huge bonfire, a parade of skiers who were holding … [Read more...]
Kitchen Rescues Courtesy Kraft
You know those nights, right? It's late, everyone's hungry, you just got back from work and there's hardly any food in the pantry. What to do for dinner? Well, there's always the take-out option, but before I run for my wallet and the drive-thru, I always check the Kraft Canada website and their … [Read more...]
I’ll Show YOU Quick and Easy
I've seen a lot of cookbooks out there that claim to cater to the rushed, harried meal providers out there. I've taken the bait and bought a few, hoping to transform our crazy meal times, but the bulk of the recipes I've seen still involve a whole lotta shopping, chopping and prep time.So, for all … [Read more...]
Taking it Slow & Low: Coconut Curry Chicken
I've been obsessed on the idea of a slow-cooker for a while. Last week I did it...I bought a slow cooker at the department store that Tracey doesn't like. I swear the service may just be a tad bit better in the housewares department. Anyway, the sales person gave me full confidence saying several … [Read more...]
My friends’ husbands.
Do you ever look at someone longingly, wishing you had what they do? I do it all the time with many of my friend's husbands. Shocked? Well, it's not what is seems. I am not looking at them in that way - my hubby is plenty cute enough thank-you-very-much - I am longing for their existence.Many of my … [Read more...]
Falling For Fall
There's a crispness in the air, it snuck up on us overnight. Yesterday I hiked up the mountain and noticed some dried, yellow, curling leaves being swept across my path. Then when I went to the garden I used the bottom of my dress as a basket for a dozen ruby tomatoes and freshly plucked carrots and … [Read more...]
“The Looneyspoons Collection” Giveaway
I was contacted by the one and only Greta Podleski, co-author (with her sister, Janet) of the Looneyspoons Cookbooks, and she asked if I would be interested in reviewing a copy of their latest cookbook, "The Looneyspoons Collection."Yes, please!With the seasons (supposedly...we got snowed on again … [Read more...]
Bring Home The Bakin’
Tip of the YEAR: Don't fry bacon in a pan and have the grease splatter all over your stove-top and apron...bake it in the oven. Line a deep pan with foil or parchment paper, then bake the strips at 375 degrees for 15-20 minutes. It comes out perfectly crispy, and with none of the mess.You're … [Read more...]
Superhero Soup
It's cold & flu season and my house is not "immune". That's why I made a batch of this immune-boosting soup for my sad sounding sickie souls and I am pretty sure it'll have them leaping off tall buildings in no time.Did you know, my friends, that a homemade soup jam-packed with green leafy stuff … [Read more...]