A Wintery Montréal With Kids 

We often visit Le belle ville to see my in laws, my uncle, and to feel like a true change of scenery from our home.  Typically, the kids are excited, but because most of our visits are mainly with family and friends – they can be antsy and start to act out within a couple…

Winter Shot Ideas

Some ideas for those cold winter days that offer amazing scenery. So don’t be lazy, grab your camera and go for it!

Spicy White Bean Stew With Broccoli

This is an extremely flexible stew can use up much of what you’ve got on hand. It’s vegetarian by nature, but feel free to start the pot with sausage if you’re feeling more carnivorous.  Has a great range of consistencies and flavours that will keep most people guessing but in a good way. Time: 40…

Raspberry Walnut Tart

This tart is very versatile and is at home equally in summer brunches to winter Christmas parties.  It is easy and perfect for welcoming new neighbours or for not going empty handed for an afternoon tea.  If you have those random office parties, this would be a great go to and a very impressive addition…

Kids Winter Clothes – A Nightmare

Winter brings increased anxiety and almost “Dread”-like symptoms to most parents.  It’s one thing for those without children to deal with extra layers, gloomy darkness, and bulky boots – but to worry about an additional set of clothing layers or two depending on how many kids you have is panic inducing.  The amount of dirty…