Grilling season is upon us and, each May, I spend countless hours searching for the perfect recipe for chicken wings. Wings are a staple at any BBQ, am I right? I'm happy to say that the search has… Continue Reading
When is a mini mason jar cupcake fake but still eatable? When it's Pauline's absolutely delightful candy jar. It… Continue Reading
This dish is one our favorite Spring time meals, it's light, quick to make and packed full of… Continue Reading
Who doesn't have a pair of blue jeans that have seen better days? Usually, I save those for 'work' jeans, but I'm thinking I may have to rescue a pair from the stack to make an
Spring's in the air bringing the promise of seasonal vegetables, try this fresh approach to an old favourite, mixing up with leeks, fresh tomatoes and a selection of rich, creamy cheeses and summer… Continue Reading
Space-saving in kitchens is imperative for many. Here are some gadgets that recently caught my eye that do just that. Now I’m wondering how I’ve gotten along without them for all this time!
I love my… Continue Reading
We're not a strictly vegetarian household, but with the soaring cost of meat and the questionable ethics of factory farms we've adjusted our diets to be largely vegetable based. One of favourite meat substitutes are eggplants, hearty and flavor attractors they work well in many dishes, especially in today's curry… Continue Reading
Emily from Decorchick fame really wanted a white kitchen. But instead of going the whole DIY painted cabinets route, she opted to hire a professional to do the job. (Probably the best way to go if your budget allows, especially… Continue Reading
In my opinion pea soup is highly underrated. I think part of it's bad rap is that the experience many have with this humble dish has been out of a can, more avocado in color than a fresh vivid green. It's super simple to make, tastes great and pairs well with mint and… Continue Reading
Still on a plastic animal kick (look here and here), so these animal stir-sticks certainly caught my eye. Cute for kids and adults alike, all you need beside the plastic animals is… Continue Reading
I'm suffering from a severe case of spring fever, and these shot glasses aren't helping. (Although the alcohol they hold would probably alleviate the situation in the short term.) Fun, fresh and festive, they're perfect for the patio, the beach or poolside. Pair them up with… Continue Reading
While not the quickest mid-week dinner, this recipe is a firm favourite and requires very little babying. It's fresh, wholesome and a great way to get your family to eat their veggies.… Continue Reading
If you think this is just too weird, let me remind you of the pie-in-a-jar idea. Chris thought that was the world's best idea. I wonder what he'll think of these?? Weird? Maybe. Tasty? You'd surely think so. (There's a Airplane… Continue Reading
Caldo verde originates from northern Portugal and is often referred to as 'green soup', a firm family favourite and true 'one pot… Continue Reading
Nothing quite screams comfort food like a big bowl of Spaghetti Bolognaise (French, in Italian it is Bolognese). I know this is dangerous territory to be treading in as everyone's Mama makes the best, but try keep an open… Continue Reading
Tabbouleh is a firm favorite of mine, and I like to add complexity by pairing it with flavorful marinated grilled… Continue Reading
My Sweetie Pie has been hinting at getting a waffle iron. Since I dislike one-job appliances, I've been nixing the idea. However (you knew this was coming, didn't you?) after finding these saliva-producing recipes for tasty treats all made using a waffle iron, I think I just might be on board… Continue Reading
I love stir-frys, they're quick to make, packed full of flavor and make for excellent weeknight meals. Since I'm currently growing eggplant in my garden I decided to mix it up a bit with this Thai inspired stir-fry… Continue Reading
When Susan moved into her 1950's home, she wanted to remodel her kitchen, but that was a long term goal. She needed a temporary and inexpensive fix to tide her over. Her solution… Continue Reading
Valentine's day has passed, but not for the cooks in these kitchens. Red, pink and white are the colors of choice for decor.
Shaker cabinets in luscious… Continue Reading
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