Being a coffee drinker, it has never been about the caffeine for me (even if I am a miserable morning person). It’s the ritual, the taste, and the aroma that get me excited for a good cuppa joe. And as…
Apricots melt into a glorious sweet tart smooth confection, and lavender adds a touch of sophistication to their exuberance. Dine like a Parisian with a breakfast of crusty baguette smeared with this delicious apricot butter! But what is fruit…
Ketchup is one of the most ubiquitous sauces, especially in North America, but its origin may not be exactly what you expect. Ketchup, or originally “kôe-chiap”, was created by the Chinese in the 17th century with a mixture of spices…
Do you have a red onion sitting in your fridge? Maybe you used a few slices on your veggie burger and now you’re not sure what to do with the rest. Other than eat more burgers - that’s always an…
Blueberries are great in many things - muffins, pies, smoothies - but blueberry jam tends to be underated. Blueberry jam isn't as popular as the classic strawberry or the flashier raspberry or blackberry, but spiced blueberry jam could just change…
Do you know what the worst part of working out during the summer is? Having to cool down in the sticky humid air, and not cooling down nearly quick enough. It seems like no matter how long you’re keeping that…
During university, my friends and I would always make collaborative meals. These were similar to potlucks, but instead of bringing a different dish, everyone brought a different ingredient. Everyone prepped and cooked and the end result was a delicious meal.…
We know lemonade as the best album in music history a simple concoction of lemon, water, and sugar, but this summer beverage actually boasts a more complex history, originating from India, where lemons and sugarcane are native plants. The beverage was…
Do you want a filling breakfast, but are always crunched for time in the mornings? Want to eat oats but you don’t want something hot? Just want to eat something delicious? You need to make overnight oats. …
