A healing cookbook Edmonton native, Leanne Brown’s new cookbook, Good Enough is as much about the healing process of cooking as it is about delicious recipes. It’s about slowing down and honoring the beautiful act of feeding yourself and your loved ones, featuring a mix of essays, stories, and recipes. …
by Barbara Ramsay-Orr Photos courtesy of Verace Stepping into the warmth of Verace from the chill of a Canadian winter feels like walking into a big Italian hug. The sense of welcome and comfort is immediate. That, in essence, is what the owners are aiming for and they have …
Sweetest Thing Valentine’s Day is around the corner! Indulge your sweetheart’s sweet tooth with baked treats by The Sweetest Thing boutique bakery in Kerr Village. Pick up a selection of “love”ly baked goods for every special person in your life – they’re perfect for all ages! Located at 282 Kerr …
By Carmelo Giardina Nothing intrigues wine enthusiasts more than an opportunity to shop back vintage bottles. It’s one of our only opportunities to truly taste the past. There is, of course, a bit of gambling involved, for not all wines are built to withstand a certain test of time. But …
The ‘Prince of Indian Cuisine’ brings his remarkable dining experience to Mississauga By Barbara Ramsay-Orr Food photography by Michael Ciurleo Park any of your ideas about Indian restaurants at the door when you visit Farzi Cafe, the new and super cool restaurant in the Food District at Square One Mall …
How three local women founded La Dee Da Gourmet Sauces and helped feed the conscious eating movement By Danielle Leonard Photography by Graham Paine Six years ago, long-time friends Jo Anne Torrance and Mary Marino were sipping coffee in Mary’s kitchen, deliberating about what they wanted to do next with …
By Barbara Ramsay-Orr You know Piano Piano is going to be a good time before you get through the front door. The building on the corner of Thomas and Church Street is pink, with an explosion of flowers painted on the outside. A good omen, in my opinion. The vibe …
By Carmelo Giardina As the holiday season draws closer, the business and corporate community will soon be scrambling to hunt down the perfect gift for co-workers, clients and employees. Giving wine as a corporate gift is surely one of the most popular ways to show your appreciation and thank those …
Nut & Fudge Satisfy your sweet tooth this holiday season with handmade treats by Bruce County Nut & Fudge. The family-run business specializes in uniquely delicious gourmet caramel apples and confectionaries – perfect for hostess gifts or stocking stuffers. Also available are gift sets named after favourite Bruce County locales, …
Whether you love to bake over the holidays, or just love to eat what others bake, this is the time of year to ditch the guilt and indulge in the flakiest, freshest, delightful-est baked treats available. The new cookbook, Earth to Table Bakes, by two world-class pastry chefs from Hamilton …