Pear Pie with Rum, Orange, and Almond

Pear Pie with Orange, Almond, and Rum

This isn’t any ordinary pear pie: Ryan flavoured it with rum, almond, and orange. Ryan invented this pie; he adapted his usual apple pie recipe so he could use pears instead. He then added a shot of rum, some almond extract, and a sprinkle of grated orange zest. Ryan likes to add some liquor to […]

DIY: The Perfect Hat by Tanja Osswald

The Perfect Hat by Tanja Osswald

The Perfect Hat, designed by Tanja Osswald, uses a variety of slip stitches to create an almost-knitted texture. I followed pattern directions and made a hat that was slightly too small for me. However, since this hat is for our Etsy shop, it doesn’t need to fit me! Overall, the Perfect Hat is a watchcap-style […]

Roast Pork Loin with Fennel and Thyme

Roast Pork Loin with Fennel and Thyme

Roast pork loin with fennel and thyme is my favourite way to cook pork loin. This economical cut of meat is delicious when roasted. According to the USDA, pork roasts should reach an internal temperature of 62 C / 145 F, and can still be pink in the middle. In Canada, Health Canada recommends cooking […]

DIY: Crochet Pizzelle Beret by Linda Permann

Crochet Pizzelle Beret by Linda Permann

I crocheted the beautiful Pizzelle Beret, designed by Linda Permann. The pattern is part of Linda’s e-book that includes other beautiful patterns inspired by food. In order to make the Pizzelle Beret, I used a 3.0 mm crochet hook and Rowan Fine Lace yarn in the Quaint colourway. This dusty rose yarn is 80% alpaca and […]

DIY: City Break Hat by Yuliya Tkacheva

City Break Hat by Yuliya Tkacheva

The City Break Hat is designed by Yuliya Tkacheva for Ms Weaver’s Store on Ravelry. To make the City Break Hat, I used two skeins of Drops Baby Alpaca Silk in grey blue and a 3.0 mm hook. The hat pattern offers three sizes, and I made the large size which is nice and stretchy. […]