By Mary Ann Simpkins Ponce de Leon’s quest for the Fountain of Youth led him to Florida. Really though? The Spanish explorer was a looking for gold. When he discovered gold nuggets in Puerto Rico, he claimed the land for Spain and King Ferdinand appointed him the island’s first governor. Today’s visitors come for...
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You’ll hit the spot (and use up leftovers!) with this tasty and good-for-you creamy, comforting casserole. Whether you want to entertain guests, put a nutritious, stick-to-your-ribs meal on the table, use up leftovers or whip up a little something sweet, this idea fit the bill scrumptiously. Courtesy of Foodland Ontario, the...
Katerina Mertikas is a magic maker on the canvas By Jennifer Hartley Her work adorns the homes of prime ministers as well as celebrities—Julio Iglesias and Nana Mouskouri jump to mind, and one of her original paintings hangs in the mayor’s boardroom at Ottawa City Hall. In 1999, Katerina Mertikas was honoured as one of...
Lebkuchen is a light gingerbread, often cut in heart shapes, decorated and sold in German markets during holiday time. Here’s a simplified version to cut in any shape you like and they’ll keep well for weeks. Whether you want to entertain guests, put a nutritious, stick-to-your-ribs meal on the table, use up leftovers or whip...
What could be better than ooey-gooey toffee sauce poured over cake? Grated apple makes these sticky toffee puddings moist and sweet, a perfect pairing with homemade toffee sauce. Whether you want to entertain guests, put a nutritious, stick-to-your-ribs meal on the table, use up leftovers or whip up a little something sweet...
This cheesy dish is perfect for sharing. Guests will have fun pulling this appetizer apart and dipping the crispy puff pastry into the gooey, warm Brie. The pear and cranberry chutney pairs perfectly with the Brie. Whether you want to entertain guests, put a nutritious, stick-to-your-ribs meal on the table, use up leftovers or...
Parsley pesto adds a pop of flavour to this satisfying, classic meal. Making gnocchi is a lot easier than you think. Give it a try. The results are delicious. Whether you want to entertain guests, put a nutritious, stick-to-your-ribs meal on the table, use up leftovers or whip up a little something sweet, this idea fit the bill...
Lifescape By Janet Armstrong, Accredited Interior Designer, CAPS The holiday season is fast approaching and with it the bustle, excitement and increased pace. It’s the time of year when the To Do list seems to exceed the energy (and patience!) we have available. Among the many things on that list, decorating is a high priority...
By Penka Matanska I often think the winter garden looks serene in its garment of snow. This serenity makes for a season of peaceful reflection before the buzzing of spring returns. My favourite time to look at and enjoy the winter garden is when there is untouched, fluffy, new-fallen snow. The sparkle of icicles reflecting in...
The Little Things By Jason Marshall It’s been a while since I’ve taken pen to paper to write you. If memory serves, my last few letters included an ask for a Stretch Armstrong doll, a new pair of skates and a hockey stick. And some Matchbox cars. And I’m pretty sure I’d jotted down how much I’d love a jumbo box of Crayola...
