With delicate floral and herbaceous notes, this refreshing spritz captures the spirit of summer in a glass. A lively mix of St. Germain elderflower liqueur, Prosecco (or champagne), sparkling water, fresh berries and thyme, the Berry and Thyme Hugo Spritz is light, bubbly and ideal for warm afternoons or casual gatherings. Berry and Thyme Hugo … Read more
You have found an excellent recipe for Chewy Oatmeal Raisin Cookies that yields rich, flavorful cookies with soft, chewy centers and golden, caramelized edges. These cookies are buttery with warm brown-sugar and molasses notes that pair perfectly with plump raisins. They make a wonderful breakfast, snack, or companion to your afternoon coffee or tea. A … Read more
Friends, there’s no rule that says you must serve turkey for Thanksgiving. While turkey is traditional, here are a variety of non-traditional Thanksgiving main dishes that are just as festive and delicious for your holiday table. Photo: Gayle McLeod On the fourth Thursday of November many Americans roast a turkey, and while roast turkey and … Read more
I’m engaged! It’s been a few days and it still feels surreal. Even though we’d talked about getting engaged soon, the proposal itself was a complete surprise. Seeing the ring on my left hand sometimes feels like I’m looking at someone else’s hand. I love hearing other people’s proposal stories, so I’m excited to share … Read more
These bacon-filled, smoker-cooked baked beans are the Ultimate Smoky Baked Beans for all your summer barbecues. Smoked baked beans never tasted so good! After Lars was born I returned to work part-time as a physical therapist. We’ve been lucky not to need daycare so far: on one workday Marc stays home with Lars and the … Read more
Make homemade keto meatballs in under 30 minutes using an air fryer. These low‑carb meatballs are perfect for a quick weeknight dinner, meal prep, or a party appetizer. Freeze any extras and reheat them in the air fryer for an easy snack or dinner. Air Fryer Keto Meatballs The air fryer makes cooking healthy recipes … Read more
A classic midnight meal in Italian homes, this savory and addictive Garlic Anchovy Pasta with Toasted Breadcrumbs is the perfect late-night snack. After a night out, nothing satisfies like a warm sandwich or a simple pasta. This dish is quick, flavorful, and comforting — ideal when you want something fast and delicious. This recipe showcases … Read more
If you need last-minute inspiration for gluten-free and dairy-free Christmas treats, here are ten easy and delicious recipes to try. Each recipe is crafted to be free from gluten and dairy while delivering festive flavour and comforting textures. There are more recipes available on the website, including puddings, yule logs and other sweet treats—perfect for … Read more
Have you ever wondered what it’s like to drive a sports car through a Michigan winter? I wanted to find out how a small roadster would handle eight inches of snow, so I spent a week with the 2016 Mazda Miata and put it to the test. Me, Myself & the Mazda Miata {Winter Experience} … Read more
Cloud Dough Fluff Recipe Welcome to Smart School House! If you enjoy tactile, hands-on projects, you’ll love this simple Cloud Dough Fluff. We’re big fans of DIY doughs, slimes, and silly putty — from dish soap silly putty and ice cream play dough to scented slime, yogurt dough, aloe dough, and Funfetti play dough. Today … Read more