It’s almost back to school time again for the kids, and you may be lightly panicking with all of the prep that the new school year brings (especially in these uncertain times). Or maybe you have transitioned to a permanent WFH situation, and you’re tired of your old lunch routine. Below, I’ve assembled a quick…
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Recipe Post: DIY Trail Mix
Trail mix is ridiculously simple to make; and incredibly versatile, in that there are almost an infinity of mixtures you can make with what you have on hand. I was going camping recently and committed to bringing trail mix for everyone to share; I must have lost consciousness for a moment because my brain interpreted…
Recipe Post: Potato, Leek and Shallot Gratin
This creamy, indulgent potato, leek and shallot gratin is inspired by an old Epicurious recipe from 2009, which in itself I believe was inspired by a much older recipe; I didn’t have enough leeks for the original recipe, so I subbed in some shallots I had kicking around. I also reduced the yield, as my…
Recipe Post: Dairy Free Lemon Meringue Cake
I made this cake for a good friend who cannot have dairy in any form. As it was her birthday, I felt it was important to make her a special celebration cake she would really enjoy, without having to worry about being inadvertently exposed to her allergen. The texture of this cake is tender and…
Recipe Post: Sorrow Bread
From the Archives: When I was in my mid-twenties, *cough cough* years ago, I discovered a previously unknown passion for living on my own. I had initially gone from the family home to a few different cohabitation situations, and I had been quite happy doing this for several years. Eventually, however, my restlessness and dissatisfaction…
Recipe Post: Shepherd’s/Cottage Pie, Two Ways
I’ve written before about one of my favourite meals to both make and eat, Shepherd’s Pie (which yes, I know is a cottage pie as it uses ground beef not lamb, but let’s not argue, kids). However, I’ve made a few changes to my tried-and-true recipe and so please see my updated recipe below. In…
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