The later stages of summer signal our garden harvests are in full swing. I try to use fresh fruits and vegetables in meals I prepare to keep us hydrated naturally as we head back to school, out to the field or to the office. Hydrating our bodies is important not only during summer, but all […] Read more
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Casual dining fare goes well with summer company
I always enjoy my visits with friends and family. Many live far away, but when we congregate on the beach or on the deck it seems that no time has passed and we fall back into days of laughter, reminiscing and getting to know each other again. Part of the fun is preparing food that […] Read more
Summer a time to savour flavourful dishes
What an interesting year it has been. We had to adapt to staying at home, planning menus based on what was in the pantry and experiencing togetherness with our families like no other time in recent history. This slowed-down lifestyle reminded us of a time when life was less hectic. I enjoyed having everyone around, […] Read more
Garden produce is a good fit with roast chicken
As we manoeuvre through the spring of 2020, we have learned to appreciate how important good health, good people and good food are to the quality our lives. We have been reminded of how precious life is and how quickly our normal can change. Many Canadians have been faced with having food choices limited or […] Read more
Early spring vegetables are a real treat when cooking in the kitchen this time of year
May is a month of renewal and refreshment. The trees have fresh-budded leaves, the grass is a lush green, the sun warms our skin and the smell of freshly turned soil lifts our spirits. At our house, we enjoy going out to the garden to snap off some fresh asparagus, cut a few stalks of […] Read more
Extra planning needed to cook for Easter this year
Canadians are experiencing a crisis like no other we have known. We are a society on the run, and being told to stay at home is certainly not our normal. I am guilty of not being organized and running into the grocery store as I need things or to satisfy food cravings on a particular […] Read more
Slow cooker a big help in busy spring season
On the calendar, spring is officially here. The Canada geese and wild birds are announcing their arrival with playful honks and chirps. Fresh clipped pussy willow bouquets adorn our homes and the sound of trickling water is nature’s music to our ears. Puddle jumpers will be finding their rubber boots to welcome spring with a […] Read more
Try some new recipes this spring
Spring traditionally brings with it a sense of renewal. This can mean trying a new recipe, learning something new and, of course, opening up the windows and letting the fresh air in. The winter decor can be packed away and the pastel pillows and throws are on the sofa and beds, while the dining table […] Read more
Spicing up the kitchen can keep us warm from the inside
When the weather outside has us chilled to the bone, bringing some spice to the kitchen can warm us up from the inside. Spicy foods are stimulants, they increase circulation, which in turn, raises your internal body temperature. I am sharing a few of my favourite spiced recipes with ingredients that can be used interchangeably […] Read more
The new year is a good time to reset, refresh and renew
As we jump back into a fresh new year and decade, one way to ease our stress is to ensure that our home is our haven. We should feel a sense of welcome and satisfaction when we approach our home. If not, now is the time to “reset, refresh and renew.” I was inspired to […] Read more
