How’s your summer going? They seem to go by faster every year don’t you think? It’s already been two weeks since my daughter turned two and I’m seeing so many changes in her. It’s like she’s turned into to a full-on toddler over night. One of the biggest changes I’ve noticed is her acceptance of food. I can’t…
Whole Wheat Tahini Banana Bread
I always seem to have at least one extremely brown banana on the counter at all times. And I find myself googling “what to do with ripe bananas” at least once a week. Anyone else? I can’t be alone in this. Sure, you can freeze them and save them for a rainy day. But if…
Blackened Tilapia Fajitas
My baby turned two last week. A few days before the big day, Dara asked me “So, how does it feel to be the mother of a two year old?”. At first, I was confused by the question, and quickly replied with “Why, should I feel something?”. It’s only been a week or so, but now…
The Do-It-Yourself Dinner
I’ve never been much of a DIY kind of gal. Making my own, well, anything? So not up my alley. Getting all crafty? No thank you. I save my creativity for the kitchen. And this is one of my favourite ways to get the creative juices flowing. What The Heck is a Do-It-Yourself Dinner? It’s…
Mushroom Cheesesteak Sandwiches
I like a good quality steak as much as the next woman, but it seems like mushroom makeovers are kinda my thang. Mushroom Pho, Mushroom Bourguignon, Mushroom Stroganoff, Poutine with Mushroom Gravy…and now, Mushroom Cheesesteak! And just like all the rest, this mushroom makeover doesn’t just work, it kills. Savoury and smokey, meaty and satisfying, you won’t…
Our Top Ten Favourite Summer Recipes
It’s the most wonderful time of the year. Okay – maybe the SECOND most wonderful time of the year. It’s SUMMER! And most of the time, it actually feels like summer. I don’t know about you, but once the summer months hit, my desire to cook kinda wavers. The days are long and beautiful, and…
BLT Fresh Rolls: A Perfect Summer Snack
I’m sitting on my back patio writing this post as the summer heat rolls in for the day, wishing I still had a stash of these in the fridge. A perfect summer snack. Cold and crispy lettuce, smokey bacon, sweet and tangy tomatoes and a punch of fresh basil? HEAVEN. You know who else would…