I love taking my kids on adventures. I want them to live life, enjoy experiences together and have meaningful memories to last a lifetime. I always set one rule for each trip: I want them to try a new food or do something that’s out of their comfort zone. Last summer we went to Prince Edward … [Read more...]
UrbanKitchen: Asparagus & Prosciutto Bundles
Last weekend we did double dinner entertaining for both sides of the family with grandparents and kids over to our house. Thank goodness the weather was warm enough that we could sit out in the backyard and enjoy a BBQ! That's how hubby "takes care of dinner". Culturally there are just a few … [Read more...]
REVIEW: Philips AirFryer “Frying” The Better Way
Fries are my weakness. Yes. I admit it. If I see poutine on a menu I'll most likely gravitate (and levitate) to that first. I'm not kidding. But it's a treat... yeah, yeah. But we don't eat too much fried food in our family. We avoid it since we all know that the fats and such aren't good for us in … [Read more...]
Cava, Prosecco, and Champagne! What’s the Difference?
Entertaining season is fast approaching and while food is always on top of mind I've noticed that over the past few years more people serving sparkling options. Cava, prosecco and sometimes champagne options have been popping up at dinner parties and get-togethers just as often as wine and … [Read more...]
WOWing Them At The BBQ
It's mid-July and summer BBQs are a plenty. But are you like me? Are you kinda getting a little tired of the iron steak on the BBQ with the same old, same old spices? Or throwing on burgers? Threading a few kebabs? Brush the olive oil on the veggies? Sides of potato salad and cole slaw? White Burger … [Read more...]
Sabra Introduces Salsa and Guacamole for your Dipping Pleasure
I am a big fan of Sabra's delicious hummus. It's a go-to purchase for summer entertaining; I love it as a dip, as a spread on sandwiches, and as a condiment for burgers. That's why I'm so excited to write about the new products that the company's launching this month to broaden their dipping … [Read more...]
Dinner In a Glass – Bloody April
Perhaps the weather is less than stellar where you are today. Oh hai, thanks for the all snow and ice balls, April. Never mind. Make yourself a cocktail, and just wait for that crap to end. This is basically a Bloody Mary, only with more deliciousness. Let's call it a Bloody April. It's … [Read more...]
Football Hot Fudge Pudding Cake
I have no idea where this funny name came from but this recipe is a tradition in our family and has been passed down a couple generations and is a real keeper! It's often my go-to dessert recipe when I'm in a pinch with last minute dinner guests...or for the family when we feel like something warm … [Read more...]
Holiday Entertaining Made Easy…shhhh! We won’t tell!
The holidays are just around the corner...so what does it mean?a) time to plan the partiesb) impromptu guests arrive at the door with giftsc) baking for office, school, neighbourhood partiesd) those darn cookie exchangesRight? But some of us LOVE it. Yes, me included. I love the holidays and the … [Read more...]
Make the Long Weekend…Our Finest!
Have you got plans for the long weekend? Do they include hosting a BBQ? Be sure to include a stop at Walmart for your party preparation. Walmart's new Our Finest BBQ collection aims to prove that Canadians can throw a great party, without the headache of a large price tag. There are nearly 50 … [Read more...]