I swear by them – and so should you. Especially in those cold dry months with the crazy heaters blasting in full force, these machines are a God-send (much like air-conditioning in the summer). Often times when we visit my in-laws, who don’t have them, I find my nose stuffy, my throat scratchy, and a…
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No-bake Nutella Pie
You can’t go wrong with anything even remotely associated with Nutella. This light and fluffy no cook Nutella pie is a great way to incorporate the delicious hazelnut and chocolate spread into an everyday easy to make dessert – but you will need to make ahead of time to give it time to freeze. Time:…
Are Passport Holders Useful?
Here’s a question for the travelling masses – are passport holders really that useful? I have a few that I got as gifts; they are made of quality materials, authentic brand names, and look very fashionable. If I re-gift them – which I’m reluctant to do – it would be to someone special. But are…
Organic essentials for babies
Organic, although well-meaning has become a marketing slogan in recent days, much like ”Eco-friendly”, “Green”, “Sustainable”, “Non-GMO” – with no real set of standards to manage how the term is used for retail products. This is particularly frustrating for parents who find artificial and processed products all the more concerning for the fragile bodies of…
Saffron Rose Cardamom Cake
This beautiful cake pairs very well with tea and brings in its flavour all the warmth and exotic touches you would find in far off lands. This is inspired by flavours from India and the Middle East and will a quick favourite for many of the people who try it. Light and fluffy and full…
Are Studio/Professional Photos Necessary?
OK, so I’ve written my fair share of blogs advocating for the casual and less rigid photography format. I believe in one case I actually wrote we are more than “shiny happy people holding hands” to quote a great R.E.M. song. However in recent times and as life milestones begin to pile up – the…
When is it too early to take them to daycare
This question will continue to be answered in 50 different ways; it all comes down to the parent working situation and the child’s readiness; in some cases the parent’s readiness. Not having the luxury to extend your home stay with your child and going back to work is the only option; this can make the…
Roast in a Bag
This is a very simple and easy recipe for those that want a no fuss weekend lunch or dinner. The weight of the roast will depend on how many people to feed and the science here is not in the ingredients but in the methodology. So you can adjust the ingredients as you please but…
Travel Apps that Saved My Life
Most regular travellers have their usual go to apps that they rely on with almost obsessive impulse. They are all intended to make travel easier, less stressful and more organized. Often times you get so entrenched in your regular apps you miss out on some of the new ones out there. Here are my current…
“Non-video Game” Gift Ideas
It is already quiet the challenge to get kids any sort of meaningful gift with a reasonable price – it is even more difficult if those kids are not yours or if you don’t know them well. It is easy to rely on getting video games, particularly for boys as the easy way out or…
