Spice Up Your Oatmeal

Donatello and I have oatmeal for breakfast on weekdays. We try to at least start our days off healthy. The basic recipe is easy – just instant oats and hot water. Since mornings are always a rush to get out the door, I try to do as much preparation the night before. I also like to keep […]

Spiced Riesling Poached Pears

Poached pears have never really appealed to me. I think I imagined the dish to be mushy and bland, which is crazy because I love both pears and wine. When I recently found some extra homemade Riesling in the basement, the light bulb turned on: why not try my favourite sweet white wine along with some Boscs (my favourite […]

Last Minute Foodie Gift Ideas

DIY: Homemade Vanilla Extract

If you have a foodie friend or family member or anyone for whom it is difficult to find gifts, take a look at these easy gift ideas. These are specifically edible gift ideas, easily consumed so they won’t clutter the house. They are also easy to make and budget-friendly, so you don’t need to worry about […]

Last Minute Home Spa Gift Ideas

DIY: Refreshing Minty Sugar Scrub

If you are looking for last minute, budget-friendly gift ideas for your loved ones, consider one of the following. These are all homemade and most ingredients can be found in your own kitchens. Make up a big batch, divide them into mason jars, label and decorate with a pretty bow, and you’re done! The Refreshing […]

DIY: Cinnamon Sugar

DIY: Cinnamon Sugar, recipe and uses

Cinnamon sugar is great way to add a festive flavour to any recipe. stir into coffee, tea, or hot chocolate sprinkle onto pancakes sprinkle onto waffles sprinkle onto yogurt sprinkle onto crème brûlée before caramelizing sprinkle on top of muffins before baking (like these tea cakes) roll donuts in cinnamon sugar sprinkle onto oatmeal or […]