Betcha Can’t Eat Just One
The Lays potato chip commercials were a blatant challenge and one that so many of us struggle with – the...
The Most Delicious (Healthy) Dessert Ever
This week I made the most incredible dessert I’ve eaten in ages, and it’s good for you (WHAT?!) … okay,...
Backyard BBQ Disasters
I will never forget the night my friend’s dad lost his eyebrows. I was eight or nine so the details were a bit confusing at the time – it was raining...
Most amazing ever chocolate pudding cups
These pudding cups have an energy-bite base topped with raw chocolate-avocado ganache. The creamiest and richest, most delicious dessert I've had in ages!
Fiery hot dishes for a hot day
This weather is a mixed blessing – it’s too hot to be outdoors and rain would be nice for my...
Cajun Shrimp
Spiced shrimp and peppers over sweet potato mash. You can add left over cooked sausage or chicken for a more...
Creamy Tuna Salad
Easy to make, great for picnic lunches! Serve in endive leaves or hollowed cucumber bowls for a fancy appetizer.
Basic Mayonnaise Recipe
Mayo is one of those jars we buy at the store but the texture creeps me out. My husband likes the whipped-dressing. Either way, it’s an oil product and I decided to...
Happy Red, White (and Blue)
Summer long weekends are the best – Canada Day today (July 1st) and Independence Day (July 4th – also known...
Sit down 7 times. Stand up 8.
I love writing (in case you can’t tell) but it means I spend a lot of time on my computer....
Strawberry Jam Forever
This is my absolute favourite time of year. These last two weeks of June have the perfect weather – not too hot, lots of sun and the sunsets are amazing....
Nettle Soup
I went foraging and had the opportunity to collect stinging nettles. More specifically, our guide collected a whole freezer bag and his hands were inflamed. Luckily, natures medicine was near...
Hunting on the forest floor
I enjoy watching documentaries about the history of man. Anything about Dinosaurs and archeology are personal favourites. The definition of...
No More Cheese, Please
I used to come home from work, open the fridge, cut off a piece of cheese and pop it in...
6 tips for a guilt free #NationalBurgerDay
Saturday May 28th is #NationalBurgerDay. I have no idea who came up with it but I love burgers so I plan to celebrate it. I’m going to enjoy all the...
Are You a Weekend Warrior or Lounger?
What are your plans for the long weekend? I have one friend who has no plans for the weekend. I can’t even fathom just resting and relaxing. Don’t get me wrong,...