Fall means it’s time for apples and all the delicious baking associated with them. Apple pies, apple butter, apple crisp – we really can’t get enough. And since apples naturally pair beautifully with cinnamon, apples + cinnamon rolls are a natural fit. It’s hard to…
Parsnips often get overlooked. They are sweet, hearty and full of nutritional benefits. The parsnip is a root vegetable related to both carrots and parsley, while they look like a carrot and the leaves look a lot like parsley! They eaten…
Stout beef stew is a classic warming dish that's perfect for fall! With the addition of red meat, you’ll definitely want to find a dark and robust beer. We're big fans of the Tool Shed Flat Cap Stout, which you…
I often write about the underrated potato, a vegetable we really enjoy. When I cook, I don’t count calories or think about fat content, whether it is “lite”, has carbs or fibre. I just cook and enjoy the results. I…
When we think of cranberries, the first thing that comes to mind is likely cranberry sauce (that or the band, either one). Other popular ways to consume this vibrant berry is dried and sweetened or made into an obnoxiously sweet…
Fall is officially here, and winter won’t be far behind! Fall brings many seasonal favourites like warm comfort meals, pumpkin spice and cozy sweaters, but it also signals the start of flu and cold season and cooler temperatures are known to be associated with an increase in these infections. Some of us have headed back to school or work by now (however that might look this year) but even with continued social and physical distancing…
Ever wonder why some of your vegetables come out soggy and some do not even cook? I am here to give you 5 easy steps to roast the perfect vegetables every time! Step 1: Pick and sort your vegetables …
These. Are. Really. Good. Pardon my poor grammar, but these tasty treats were so delicious that while remembering their existence I can only think in one word sentences. Okay, focus.. Here’s what happened: While scanning the internet for adventurous new baking…
Coronation grapes are one of the most popular grapes in Canada, and for a pretty cool reason: they were developed in Summerland, British Columbia! As a hybrid of two different grapes, coronation grapes burst with a unique hue of vibrant…
Sometimes you find yourself with a bag of carrots and you aren't too sure what do with them. Roasting carrots is always a good answer. Roasting carrots with a balsamic glaze will turn anyone into a carrot lover and pairs…