Something I think most parents struggle with is juggling work and home life without losing their sense of self and without neglecting their own needs. We often talk about juggling work and home life but rarely do we talk about strategies for also getting in some much needed self care so that we can be the best version of ourselves. As a parent, especially if you are a new … [Read more...]
Avocado & Egg Toast
This post may contain affiliate links.Looking for a power snack or breakfast option? Check out this unexpectedly delicious recipe for Avocado & Egg Toast - packed with whole grains and the goodness of fresh egg and avocado. This easy snack will get you through the day! Sometimes we all need a power snack in our life. Let's face it, life is busy, and when life is busy we tend … [Read more...]
Shake Up Your Dinner Plate with The Saucy Fish Co.
This post may contain affiliate links.If you have grocery shopped recently at a Loblaws brand store you may have noticed a brand new frozen range in the frozen seafood section. If you haven't already, it's time for me to introduce you to The Saucy Fish Co., a UK based brand who has recently arrived in Canada, and their range of exciting, flavourful premium fish products. This is really great … [Read more...]
Ready for delicious, all-natural snacks? Love with Food is here!
This post may contain affiliate links.I really love subscription boxes. The mystery of a fun "gift to myself" month after month is pretty appealing. As someone who is also in love with exploring food, I love finding food-related boxes that actually ship to Canada. Canadians will be excited to find that Love with Food has just launched internationally and is now shipping to 26 countries around the … [Read more...]
Get Your Family Reading Together with Happy Meal Books from McDonald’s!
This post may contain affiliate links.Keira loves reading time. I can get her to do just about anything by bribing her with a book. She also happens to love cheeseburger Happy Meals from McDonald’s, or as she calls it, “the fries house”. Kids across the country just like her are going to be thrilled that McDonald's Canada has brought back Happy Meal … [Read more...]
Skinnygirl: Naturally Flavoured Single Serve Cocktail Inspired Tea
This post may contain affiliate links.For as long as I can remember my choice of tea has always been orange pekoe and I can tell you that I've been trained to make the perfect pot of tea. I can also tell you that my husband thinks that the English way of making tea and the habit of never washing one's teapot is just not right. Tea making, my friends, is almost always bound to create … [Read more...]
Nature’s Path Qi’a Superfood Snack Bars #OnMyPath #Qia #Giveaway
This post may contain affiliate links.I've been pretty careful about what I am eating this year and I've been really enjoying Nature's Path Qi'a Superfood cereal. I love the texture and flavour but it's also super amazing nutritionally! I was pretty excited, as you can imagine, to learn that Nature's Path created Nature’s Path Qi’a Superfood Snack Bars, packed with the same plant-based … [Read more...]
Treat yourself with the NEW Van Houtte Specialty Collection
This post may contain affiliate links.I love my coffee. It's pretty much an addiction for me - I start my day with one and end it with one too - and usually a few more in between those two. I usually drink my coffee black but every now and then I like to treat myself to a specialty coffee from a coffeehouse. There is just something about the frothy sweetness of a … [Read more...]
Nature’s Path 30th Anniversary #Giveaway
This post may contain affiliate links.Happy 30th Anniversary Nature's Path! 30 years ago, ith only $7 in their pockets and a $1500 loan, in 1967 Nature’s Path co-founders opened Canada’s very first vegetarian restaurant in Vancouver, BC. Nature’s Path later started out of the back of their restaurant in 1985. Nature's Path first produced Fruit Juice Sweetened Corn Flakes, included in the … [Read more...]
How do you Mix Your Weetabix? #MyBixMix
This post may contain affiliate links.When it comes to breakfast I love to keep it simple. When I was 16 I went on a trip to Cuba where I fell in love with the traditional Cuban breakfast of espresso with milk, fresh fruit and a simple piece of grilled bread. It's something I still enjoy most mornings myself although I usually trade in the Guava for a clementine instead and forgo the milk. I also like … [Read more...]
Dylan’s Candy Bar: Live the Sweet Life!
This post may contain affiliate links.Easter is one of the biggest holidays for candy lovers and with all the chocolate and candy bunnies, eggs and of course peeps; it's hard for anyone with a sweet tooth to resist! With just a few days left before the Easter bunny makes his appearance there isn't much time left to prepare. No ready yet? No worries! The perfect Easter basket filled with a … [Read more...]
Gluten Free Homemade Gravlax Appetizer #BretonBean
This post may contain affiliate links.I don't normally set resolutions, but this year I made it my goal to focus on eating better and getting more exercise in every day. I've significantly cut down on sugar and increased my protein, fibre and water intake which helps me to get through the day without any major binging on naughty snacks. I've been really focusing on healthy, nutritious meals and … [Read more...]
Weber Grill Academy: Canada’s First Grilling School #WeberFun
This post may contain affiliate links.Last week I was invited to attend a blogger event at the brand new Weber Grill Academy in Vaughan, Ontario. It is Canada’s first and only cooking school dedicated to the art and skill of grilling. I was looking forward to experiencing a very unique hands-on culinary experience that has been custom designed to suit grillers of all levels. Weber Grill … [Read more...]
Breakfast Fruit Bruschetta featuring Ozery Bakery’s Morning Rounds #Giveaway
This post may contain affiliate links.There is nothing like fresh fruit, something warm and toasted and coffee at breakfast. Muffins smothered in butter, fresh doughnuts still a little bit warm, and who can forget cinnamon buns and don't forget danishes. All delicious treats but so full of unnecessary calories and fat. I usually stick with oatmeal and half a grapefruit for breakfast to avoid all … [Read more...]
A Taste of Burlington Winter 2015 Launch: 10 Drool-Worthy Small Bites #TOBWin2015
This post may contain affiliate links.Earlier this week I was invited to attend A Taste of Burlington’s Winter Launch at the Burlington Performing Arts Centre in Burlington, Ontario. A Taste of Burlington is a local prix fixe dining program featuring twenty-eight of Burlington’s finest restaurants, all presenting three-course prix fixe dining menus at $15 or $20 for lunch and dinners at $30, $35 or $40. … [Read more...]