Breakfast is by far my favourite meal of the day. While I do enjoy a nice lunch and delicious dinner and even the odd brunch, it’s the early morning meal that really does it for me. Sitting down to my steaming mug of coffee and giant bowl of cereal while catching up on my blog…
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How to: Zucchini
Raise your hand if you own a garden (or if you’re the lucky-duck neighbour of someone who does) and you’re in zucchini overload. Raise it again if you’re going to roll your eyes the next time someone suggests making zucchini bread. That’s what I thought. I’m here to help. This raw zucchini salad is perfecto…
How to: Potato Salad
I’m certain I was Irish in a previous life. And if I do finally manage to take that trip out to the east coast, when I set foot on PEI, there’s an excellent chance I won’t come home. Advantage: potato. My most favourite starch. This time of year, new potatoes abound at farmers’ markets. I…
How to: Lunch Burritos
I bring my lunch to work. I’d say about ninety percent of the time. For a few reasons. One, it tastes better than anything I can buy. Two, it’s healthier than anything I can buy (barring the occasional emergency Mr Noodles situation). Three, I’m frugal. Cheap I say. For the most part I take leftovers…
How To: Asparagus
While official asparagus season falls in the months of May and June, I still find myself craving this green vegetable all summer long. It also happens to be one of the easiest and simplest veggies to prep, making it the perfect vegetable for the weeknight dinner rush. And best part…no knife required! Step 1: Grab…
How to: Watermelon
Ooowee, I sure do love me some watermelon! Ok wait…First step in reading this post – read it with southern drawl in mind. It will make more sense. Fine, not really – but it is really fun. Watermelon truly is one of those foods that’s not worth buying out of season, making the anticipation of…
How To: Dine Out at The County General
The County General, Splendido’s more casual sibling, has been on my list for quite some time. Famous for its innovative twists on Southern comfort cuisine, I immediately fell in love with the vibe of this Queen West spot for its cottagy and homey feel…wooden tables and bars, blue checkered napkins, and clipboard menus…I was immediately…