Even though I was a vegetarian for years, I never really managed to take the plunge and go fully vegan. But that doesn’t mean that I don’t love experimenting with vegan meals now and again! In fact, discovering new ways to reduce my meat intake has helped me discover some amazing new recipes and products. …
Wraps are a fantastic way to reuse leftovers, and make a delicious light and healthy lunch. If you’re looking for some new ideas for wraps, start with this amazing flour tortilla recipe. Then try these quick lunch wrap ideas to kick-start your week on a tasty and healthy note! Homemade Tortillas To take your wraps …
5 Easy Lunch Wrap Recipes with Homemade Flour Tortillas Read More »
My family is absolutely crazy about eggs, and I have all kinds of favourite egg recipes to prove it! From my Finnish mom’s always popular Poached Codfish with Egg Sauce to my husband’s favourite Bacon Egg Salad Wrap, eggs are used so often in our house that I buy packs of 30 instead of ordinary …
Did you know October 11 is World Egg Day? While I personally think that any day is a great day to celebrate the perfectly balanced food that is the egg, World Egg Day is an additional reason for me to do some cooking with one of my all-time favourite ingredients! The humble egg may not …
Easy Bacon Egg Salad Wrap Lunch Recipe and World Egg Day Facts Read More »
Disclosure: I am participating in the Burnbrae Farms campaign managed by SJ Consulting . I received compensation in exchange for my participation in this campaign. The opinions on this blog are my own. It always amazes me how busy my family is when summer arrives. School may be out for two months, but our schedule …
This shop has been compensated by Collective Bias, Inc. and its advertiser. All opinions are mine alone. While an exotic vacation is always a treat, I have to say that I have just as much fun on a good old-fashioned family road trip as I do hopping on a plane. Finding the many beautiful landmarks …
Super Easy Homemade Blueberry Muffins and a Quick Road Trip Checklist Read More »
Like most kids, I loved grilled cheese sandwiches when I was young. The sandwich of my youth was the classic processed cheese slice on white bread flattened down as much as possible and cooked to a golden brown. I still love the idea of grilled cheese, but my tastes have matured since those days. So …
Best Ever Gourmet Grilled Cheese with Two Cheeses and Roasted Garlic Artisan Bread Read More »
Preparing for a new school year means preparing ideas for school lunches that are quick to pack, healthy and tasty enough that my boys will actually eat them! I have a few tried-and-true favourites, but I’m always trying out fun new recipes too. And when I want to add extra flavour to any of my …
Holiday entertaining often means evening parties with plates of appetizers, huge turkey dinners with all the fixings and a large variety of sweets and treats. But what if you want to do something a little more low key for your holiday event, yet still just as classy? A gourmet luncheon may be just the holiday …
In less than a week, the closing date for my house sale will be here and I’ll be saying goodbye to my childhood home forever. Having lived in the same house almost my entire life, it’s an emotional time for me. But it’s also a busy one since the house has accumulated so much over …
Tuna and Feta Bean Salad Recipe is Perfect Picnic Fare Read More »
My boys and I absolutely love going camping. From large excursions with the Scouts group to family getaways to nights in the backyard, if we’re under the stars cuddled up in a blanket around a crackling fire, we’re in our happy place. And as with many other special things in life, one of our favourite …
Before I had kids, I loved using Silk Original Vanilla soy beverage in my coffee and cereal instead of milk. But since it was slightly sweetened, it wasn’t the best choice for cooking savoury dishes and keeping two different products in the refrigerator just didn’t make sense to me. Silk beverages have expanded their line …
Dairy-Free Broccoli Soup Recipe with Silk Almond Original Read More »
If there’s one thing that I make no secret of, it’s my love of cheese. Of all the foods in the world, it is quite easily my favourite and I add it to virtually any dish I can think of. I make all kinds of meals with cheese, but for a quick lunch or an …
Get Cheesy! Three Gourmet Grilled Cheese Recipes for National Grilled Cheese Month Read More »
If there is one food I absolutely adore, it’s the sandwich. The versatility of a sandwich makes it the perfect food in my eyes and I could eat a sandwich for every meal and be completely happy. Bacon and egg sandwiches make a great breakfast. Everyone loves a tuna salad sandwich at lunch. And a …
A Quick Apple Cheddar Panini on Dempster’s Zero Bread Makes the Perfect Lunch Read More »
Yesterday, January 20th, was National Cheese Lover’s Day, but I have to be honest and say that I really don’t ever need an excuse to eat cheese. It is my all-time favourite food and one of the things I love about it is its versatility. Whether I want to whip up a fancy appetizer such …
Cheese Lover’s Day is Tastier with this Easy Tomato Cheese Bake Recipe Read More »
I love celebrating almost any holiday and I’ve sometimes even been known to find obscure holidays or invent my own traditions just as an excuse to celebrate and have fun with my boys. But of all the holidays throughout the year, Halloween is easily one of my favourites. I have a tendency to go overboard …
Celebrate Halloween with a Simple Ghost Toast Snack and Activities from Disney Junior Read More »
My family has always loved Hidden Valley Ranch and for the second year in a row, I was given the chance to show off just how delicious and versatile the creamy ranch dressing can be in the Hidden Valley Ranch Canada recipe contest! While vegetables are a natural fit for this product, I love using …
Easy and Delicious Tuna Cashew Ranch Lettuce Rolls are Perfect for a Summer Lunch Read More »
When my boys were younger, lunch was as hassle-free as breakfast. I always made sure we had a good supply of kid-friendly favourites like macaroni and cheese, soup, sandwich meat and oriental noodles and when lunch arrived, I just asked my boys what they wanted and they chose from the array of products in the …
Ham and Cheese Muffins and Other Lunchbox Alternatives to the Sandwich Read More »
I’m a late adopter of the avocado, but now that I have welcomed it into my life, I can’t get enough! What makes the avocado rank so high in my books? It’s tasty, good for you, makes you feel full and it’s an amazing portable baby and toddler food. Health Benefits of Avocados There are …
Health Benefits of Avocados, and an Amazing Avocado Chicken Salad Recipe Read More »
When I heard that The Mom 100 Cookbook by Katie Workman was being touted as the must-have cookbook for busy moms, I admit that I was a bit skeptical. When it comes to cookbooks, I have a bit of an obsession, and I really couldn’t imagine any one cookbook being so essential to me that …
Basic Cheese Quesadilla Recipe (and Its Infinite Variations) Read More »
A few months ago I shared my first experience with Maple Lodge Farms gluten free deli meats. This tender deli chicken in a variety of flavours is all natural, incredibly delicious and perfect for those that are looking for a healthier sandwich meat or for gluten free lunch options. So when the company offered to …
Maple Lodge Farms Gluten-Free Smoked Chicken and Hummus Wrap Read More »
There’s nothing better than a great sandwich; with some amazing artisan bread and the right ingredients, a sandwich can go from ordinary to extraordinary. Amazing artisan breads are something that ACE Bakery knows very, very well and their bread definitely helps make a sandwich extra special. I received a basket of ACE Bakery treats to …
