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...]
7 Ways To Spice Up Your Hot Chocolate
Written by Natalie Ast Hot chocolate is a fall and winter favourite, and goes perfectly after a brisk walk or skate. If you usually make your hot chocolate using powder from a can, here are some gourmet ideas to make this comforting beverage even better! Mexican Hot Chocolate To make this … [Read more...]
My Favourite Holiday Traditions
As a Muslim family, we don't celebrate Christmas in the traditional, religious sense. However, as I've blogged about in the past, I embrace the spirit of the holiday season in many forms. To put it more bluntly, I'm a Christmas junkie. For example, yesterday I ran into the Dollarama for … [Read more...]
A New Drink for Starbucks
I tend to go to Starbucks more for its location than for any other reason. It is pretty much on my way to anywhere. I don't drink coffee, I don't do well with caffeine and I don't have much of a sweet tooth --- a chocolate tooth for sure --- but not a sugary sweet tooth. So, there's not much for me … [Read more...]