Already a few weeks of summer have passed. Heat and summer go hand in hand, and so does the need to stay well hydrated. Quenching thirst is as essential as breathing. And, when the thermometer rises to around 30 degrees Celsius, the need for water increases. Knowing how to p...Read More
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Keywords : drinking , heat , hydration , quenching your thirst , water
When I was growing up a “salad” meant a bowl of good old shredded iceberg lettuce, a diced carrot and some Italian dressing drizzled on top. I thought I’d died and gone to Italy…and so my fixation with salad began. Times have changed and so has my affinity for good exciti...Read More
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Keywords : appetizer , arugula , Butterhead , Crisphead , Favourite salades , lettuce , spinach
In my last blog, I told you all about my favourite summery drinks. This time around, I’d like to share a few tips and techniques I’ve learned throughout the summers… as well as the right tools to have on hand! CHECK THE TECH Muddler ...Read More
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Keywords : bar spoon , blender , cocktail sticks/pins , cocktails , equipment , jigger , measure , mixing glass , muddler , strainer , tin
Ok some people know where they were when the astronauts landed on the moon. Others track their lives with conventional benchmarks and yardsticks… I track my life with an ICE CREAM TIMELINE. Ice cream has played a huge part in my life. From the time my Dad would pile all u...Read More
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Keywords : banana ice cream recipe , favourite flavours , Ice cream , ice cream timeline
True story. As I write this blog, I’m sitting outside on a visit to the sunny province of Saskatchewan. It’s 30 degrees out but the breeze, a patio umbrella and sparkling lemon water make it perfect. The barbecue is sizzling in the background and the scent of grilled meat an...Read More
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Keywords : barbecue season BBQ grilling , hamburgers , healthy grilling
Lobster season is here and has been for a few weeks now. I find this is the best time to try lobster for the first time because the flavors are really at their peak. Fresh lobster is caught from the end of April to mid-July, so hurry up before the season is over because this...Read More
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Keywords : crustacean friends , lobster , lobster season , roe
OK, I love summer for all kinds of reasons. 1) Vacations: Italy, the Caribbean, France, Spain, Hawaii, England, and Greece. Great destinations. 2) Outings: ball games, soccer games, and bangin’ house parties. 3) Hot weather: sun on the beach, rays on the balcony, sh...Read More
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Keywords : bartending tips , drinks , mixing , summer cocktails
Who needs candy with the abundance of brightly coloured fresh berries available at this time of year? These delicious bright red, deep purple, and candy pink berries aren’t just yummy and sweet, they offer amazing nutritional value. Raspberries, blueberries, strawberries,...Read More
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Keywords : antioxydants , berries , blueberries , raspberries , strawberries
It’s Monday- three days away from one of the biggest annual celebrations in our country, Canada Day! A little break from the norm, to spend some time with my family and friends. Of course, there are the parties and the multitude of pride-induced events happening around our g...Read More
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Keywords : BBQ , Canada Day , celebrations , picnics
My son is graduating from grade eight this year. Seems like only yesterday I was following in my car behind his big yellow bus the entire route on his first day of kindergarten. (Note: overprotective Mum/only child). With the end of grade eight comes much closure; yearboo...Read More
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Keywords : best friends , end of the school year , Jackie , Turkey Point
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