After being out of commission for a couple of weeks due to the wretched winter cold/flu, life is finally getting back to normal. I don’t know what happens in your household, but in ours, when mom and kids are sick, life comes to a stand still. Nothing gets done. Nothing moves forward. We sleep. We … Read More
As I reflected on the year past and as I look forward to the year ahead, I find myself wondering what could be in store for us. I was introduced to The Archibald Project through connections made on Instagram. The Archibald Project documents adoptions through photography, video and storytelling. Their mission is to “educate and … Read More
My mom tends to cook too much food. Once she sent me to the butcher to buy a prime rib roast for nine people. The butcher suggested a 7lb one. I said, I had better call to make sure that was ok. Of course, mom wanted a bigger one. We opted for the 9.5lb, meanwhile, … Read More
I’m a little bit obsessed with Meyer lemons. Just a little bit. Meyer Lemon Scones Ingredients 3 cups flour 2/3 cup sugar 5t baking powder 1/4t salt zest of 1 meyer lemon 1 cup cold butter cut into small cubes 3/4 cup cream 1 egg Lemon Glaze juice of 1 lemon 1 1/2 cup icing … Read More
I purchased some delicious Zara’s fresh ravioloni from Bosa Foods and wasn’t sure what kind of sauce to make. Low and behold there was a my “emergency” crab meat from Costco and a container of mascarpone. So this is what happened… Crab and Mascarpone Pasta Sauce Ingredients 1T extra virgin olive oil 1T butter 1/2 … Read More
We had such a great time decorating gingerbread cookies last weekend for Hampers of Hope, a Christmas project organized by Dunbar Heights Baptist Church. These hampers go toward helping families who are staying at Monarch Place, a shelter and transition home for women and children escaping abusive homes. It was a great opportunity to teach … Read More
I wasn’t planning to post this recipe as the colour of the sauce was so orange; it just didn’t look all that attractive. And I wasn’t sure how it would taste. But then we all thought it was incredibly yummy and so I’m sharing it now. I didn’t have much time to cook last night … Read More
Now that the weather is getting colder and more wet, I crave comfort foods like soups, stews, chowders, big bowls of Asian soup noodles… One of my favourites is French onion soup. If it’s on the menu, I will more than likely order it, as I am always on the search for the best French onion … Read More
Made my first eggnog latte this season! Eggnog was on sale at Safeway this past weekend so, I caved. I convinced myself that it’s better than paying $4 for one latte at Starbucks. This way, I can have four for about the same cost when you factor in my double shot espresso. I’m not a … Read More