I like detailed illustrations and paintings, especially when they are about food! I’ve found some inspiring, delicious prints from Etsy and a few other sites. I even bought the one about the farmer’s market for my own apartment. Enjoy! The Veggie Seasonality print shows which veggies grow and are available in each season. It’s a […]
DIY: Knitting Needle Protectors
I started a herringbone cowl with a super fine alpaca. I love making it, but it hasn’t been my fastest project. Honestly, it’s been untouched for a few weeks. One thing I discovered while working with a delicate yarn is that it does not want to stay on my needles! Without having any point protectors, […]
Toronto Eats: Lunch at Fanny Chadwick’s
Our aunt treated us to lunch at Fanny Chadwick’s, a neighbourhood joint with delicious food and an ethical method of sourcing their food. We ordered poutine, a Canadian dish of french fries, gravy and cheese curds, to share. The warm winter salad was amazing! With roasted potatoes, Brussels sprouts and mushrooms, cardamom brined bocconcini, candied […]
DIY: Winter White Crocheted Infinity Scarf
I started crocheting again this winter, as a way to stay busy on long, cold, dark winter days. The day after Boxing Day, Romni Wools on Queen St W had a sale on almost everything in the shop. In the basement, I found five skeins of Diamond Luxury Collection silk/microfibre/wool blend in off-white 4-ply. It […]
Fresh and Quick Zucchini Fritters
Zucchini, zucchini, zucchini. When zucchinis arrive in the market, there always seems to be more than you know what to do with. How many zucchini cakes can you really make? Well, luckily this recipe creates the lightest, freshest tasting fritters! The garlic yogurt sauce is a must as it adds just the right amount of […]