Foraging is making a comeback, especially now that people 1) are trying to avoid big box stores; and b) have more time on their hands. I thought that I would share some ideas for easy urban backyard foraging. Here in Ottawa, we are fortunate to have a wide selection of easily available edible plants, right…
You might not be able to visit a vineyard or go on a wine tour for the next little while, but you can still enjoy…
If you could find heaven on Earth, it would be in a Pavlova. Light-as-air meringue, a cloud of whipped cream, and perfectly ripe fruit form…
Maamoul are hands down my absolute favourite cookie on the planet! These Middle Eastern treats are essentially melt-in-your-mouth semolina-based shortbread cookies filled with pistachio, walnuts,…
Date paste is a fantastic substitute for sugar, it’s delicious as a sandwich spread, it makes a great dessert filling, and you can use it…
In the age of a global pandemic, it’s sad and eerie to see the closure of millions of restaurants and other establishments around the world….
Blue Lagoon is one of Iceland’s most well-known attractions. Its ethereal blue water, comfortably balmy at 38°C, lays nestled in the stark unearthly landscape of…
Friday was feeding day for my Almanac sourdough starter, which meant it was time to test out a new recipe with the discard! For anyone not…
I’m relatively new to running, having only “seriously” started in 2018. Sure, I ran around the block a few times in the past, but it…
Anyone who has been to Reykjavik, Iceland, has no doubt heard about Brauð & Co. These are a fantastic set of bakeries famous for their…
