Living with COVID-19 has changed the way we shop for and celebrate the holidays. This year, it's more important than ever to shop local and support small businesses.With that in mind, I've created a list of Canadian small businesses that I've shopped from, can personally … [Read more...] about Christmas Gifts that Support Small Businesses in Canada
Recipes
The Ultimate Guide to Roasting Chestnuts
Learn how to roast chestnuts at home in your oven or over hot coals! Get tips on how to buy, prepare and store chestnuts, too.This ultimate guide to roasting chestnuts has been a work in process for the past three years. I've prepped, cooked and shelled more chestnuts than … [Read more...] about The Ultimate Guide to Roasting Chestnuts
Basil Pesto
Homemade basil pesto tastes so much better than store-bought, and it's a cinch to make in your food processor!Most of the time, I don't have an issue using store-bought products in my cooking. I almost never make my own stock. I like the convenience of canned beans. … [Read more...] about Basil Pesto
Tuna Carpaccio with Lime
Lime juice, capers, and red onion turn slices of tuna into something spectacular. This tuna carpaccio makes a great appetizer or light lunch.I am SO excited to share this recipe with you today. This tuna carpaccio isn't just delicious, but it's exactly the kind of food I … [Read more...] about Tuna Carpaccio with Lime
Maple & Strawberry Galette
Fresh summer berries shine in this rustic strawberry galette! It comes together in no time when you use store-bought puff pastry.Is it strawberry season already?! I feel like I blinked and suddenly found myself right in the middle of summer.I'm not complaining, but I … [Read more...] about Maple & Strawberry Galette
