Thinking of creating an App?

So you have an idea for an app, you experienced that “A-ha” moment of “why isn’t there an app that does that?” Great, that’s typically the hardest but cheapest part of the whole process. A great app is one that takes an everyday problem and trues to solve it. So then what? Here’s a quick…

Tasbeech Meatloaf

This is Middle Eastern twist on the meat loaf phenomenon – I know what you’re thinking, why would we want a Middle Eastern twist on meatloaf when we can barely stand regular meatloaf. Please give this a try, it’s really good, and the look is impressive. It really puts all your proteins and nutrients in…

Heirloom Gifts for Kids

So as a father of a new baby (not my first) I always like to find creative ways to document the first few years enough that they can have things to look back on once they get older. With my 7 year old (at the time of writing this) the first few years on his…

Sweet Tortilla Crunchies

This is an easy way to cook with the kids and have a “healthier” alternative to chocolates.  It’s still sugar but hopefully less of it in their mouths than what they would get for a small chocolate bar, and just as satisfying for the sweet tooth we all have. Time: About 30 minutes Serves: 3…

Toronto-Montreal Pit Stops

We regularly go on trips to Montreal from Toronto to see the in-laws and with two kids boredom is inevitable for a 5-6 hour drive. We have come to realise there are a few pit stops that make it a bit bearable, despite the delays these pit stops create, they are worth it and do…

Boston Cream Cake

A decadent recipe from one of my all time favourite Italian chefs Ms. Lidia Bastianich. They have a luxurious feel and will taste like they took way more effort than they actually did, which is what we all want! Time: About 1 hour Serves: 10 Good for: Impressive dessert, for those you want to impress…

Simple baked fish

Baking fish has always been an intimidating task to most (not least my wife) for some reason. I never saw it as difficult protein to work with, but I can see how the balance of having a “fishy” tasting fish versus one with over powering flavour, or overcooking versus under-cooking can be challenging. Here’s a…

Switch up your daily photos (even more)

Based on my previous post on “Switch up your daily photos”, apparently some wanted more, some said 7 tips are not enough, stop being cheap and dish out some more you greedy old bat.  So, since I cave easily to the regular combination of insults, peer pressure, and threats, here are some additional 7 easy…