The smoothie bowl breakfast trend continues to be the gift that keeps on giving. They are still all over instagram and this trend doesn’t appear to be slowing down any time soon. The best thing about a smoothie bowl or smoothie in general is almost anything goes. Your favourite fruit, pick a healthy liquid (juice, […]
As Fall approaches my kids remind me it’s time to make hot chocolate. I have a small but legit Starbucks habit (don’t hate) that started when I lived in Vancouver. Whenever I indulge my habit here, the kids seem to be with me and always request hot cocoa. I may or may not have turned […]
Café Blanca is a cute little cafe tucked over in the North West corner of downtown Calgary close to Sien Lok Park. It’s the perfect spot to get your coffee fix, perhaps grab a light snack and stroll on over to the river front to enjoy the park and view. Described by owner Derek Ho […]
About four years ago I hosted one of our annual Mom’s Who Needs Wine Evenings. One of the ladies was pregnant so for her I filled a lovely jug with spring water and added cucumber and fresh mint. She loved it so much that when we went camping together that summer it was all she […]
Every year Calgary Meals on Wheels organizes a month long hot chocolate festival. There are some amazing entries and I find myself drinking more hot chocolate in one month then I have for the past 20 years. I’m not big on sweet, but more savory or I’ll take my coffee black please. The hot chocolate […]
I’m not one to jump on a bandwagon. Never have been, never will be. Instead I view myself as an observer. I like to sit back, watch and see how it all unfolds. Over time. Cautious. Curious. Quiet. Discrete. A people watcher. Have always loved the bars for that very thing. The smoothie bowl craze […]
Smoothies in our house happen fast & furious. Never a lot of thought goes into making smoothies, but more searching through the freezer and fridge for fruit or veggies needing to be used up. That’s what so great about smoothies is anything goes. My kids now know how to make them and are totally ok […]
October always feels like pumpkin month. Thanksgiving here in Canada is celebrated in October, so we’ve been enjoying turkey, celebrations, great food, and pumpkin deliciousness for awhile now. I’m big into smoothies, and usually just want to drink mine immediately without taking the time to set up a photo. Today as I was rummaging through […]
So many of my friends are turning the big 40 this year. As a woman this is one of those ‘major’ mile stones in our lives, and definitely one to be celebrated with a little bubbly. That milestone has come and gone for me but I’m still excited to celebrate each earned wrinkle, grey hair […]
I am not an early riser. When the alarm goes off, I tend to jump out of bed as though the house is on fire, unless of course, it’s the weekend. On the weekend there is another kind of alarm that wakes us up beyond the kids…the cats. Cue meowing from all angles. Seriously. Ever […]
Very pleased to introduce this month’s Guest Blogger, Redawna. Food blogs are a source of great recipe ideas, and the world of food blogging a fascinating one. I have enjoyed creating and sharing my recipes but also love how food blogging provides us a vehicle in which we stay connected to and get to meet […]
Some days we sleep in or at times oversleep ending up frazzled and rushed to get out the door. Can anyone relate? But having a time-crunched morning doesn’t mean you should skimp out on breakfast. Breakfast fuels our body and that’s where creating a quick, simple avocado green smoothie can help you start your day […]
This recipe comes from my Father In Law’s girlfriend Paulette. She wrote it out for me on a little piece of paper several years ago following a visit and sampling. And like so many other recipes, I’ve been hanging on to the piece of paper shuffling it from folder to folder for safe keeping. This […]
Seems this summer we have experimented with cocktails more than we normally would. So many exquisite drink combinations to play with and inspiration coming from everywhere. Cocktails are surprisingly easy to make at home. And much cheaper. With a flat of ripening BC peaches and some leftover BC Blueberries it was a marriage of flavours […]
Inspired by some lovely cocktails and delicious bites at a BC Blueberries Social Media Launch here in Calgary last month, I wanted to create one of my favourite summer beverages, a Mojito, with blueberries! I didn’t waste any time since I had several pints of blueberries to use and got to work immediately creating a […]
Earlier this week I attended the BC Blueberries Social Media Launch at Model Milk here in Calgary. We were able to enjoy tasty bevy’s and bites all made with sweet, juicy BC Blueberries. It was very inspiring and while I have many Blueberry ideas rolling around my head, discussions that evening of mojito’s have had […]
Hailey is the lemonade maker in our family and as such this is Hailey’s Lemonade. Served with a lemon wedge and mint sprig, this is a delish drink on a hot summer day. Also perfect for a lemonade stand. Print Hailey’s Lemonade Recipe type: Beverage Ingredients 2 cups water ¾ cup sugar 4-6 large lemons Instructions […]
Smoothies are one of those fun things to make with the kids and they’ve been enjoying this Mango & Strawberry Smoothie since they were wee ones. Or without if you do not have them. You can change it up daily for a healthy boost. I make smoothies quite regularly as the kids love them. And […]
Brew up some fun with this tasty Halloween drink! This Zombie Brew is so tasty you will be asking for seconds in no time. Make it with or without alcohol (a little vodka for the grown ups never hurt). This version is a fun non alcoholic drink for both kids and non-drinkers at your next Halloween […]
A refreshing watermelon beverage that started out as baby food. I used to make my own baby food and expanded on the recipe. It’s not smoothie thick, so to thicken it up add banana, yogurt and/or ice. Guest what – pour it as is into popsicle molds and you have popsicles – my kids love […]
As the weather gets colder it’s time to make those warm & yummy drinks that keep you all toasty inside like this Mulled Cider, Crockpot. It reminds me of skiing or skating on a cold winters day! Every Fall/Winter I try to make this when company comes over. The aroma of the cider simmering away […]
This Iced Chai Tea Latte will leave you feeling refreshed on a hot day. You may want to double the recipe – it keeps in the fridge for a couple of days (unless of course you’re me and gobble it all down the first day). A quick & easy summer tea combined with spices, vanilla […]
