Delicious Cherry Dutch Baby Pancake Recipe: Your Guide to a Puffy Perfection There are few culinary delights that combine dramatic presentation with effortless preparation quite like the Dutch Baby. For years, in my kitchen, we’ve affectionately referred to it as a “puffed pancake” – and for good reason. Imagine an eggy, custardy batter transforming in … Read more
Exploring Calgary’s Culinary Delights: From Legendary Vietnamese Subs to Fine Dining Gems There’s an undeniable joy in sharing a love for food with a kindred spirit. For my dear friend Sue and me, every visit transforms into an immersive culinary journey. Our time together invariably revolves around the delicious world of gastronomy – reminiscing about … Read more
Savor Summer’s Last Drop: Irresistible Homemade Key Lime Pie Pops As the vibrant hues of summer begin to softly fade, and the familiar anticipation of school bells starts to echo, there’s a primal urge to cling to every last ray of sunshine, every breezy evening, and every fleeting moment of carefree joy. For many, this … Read more
Homemade Rosé Wine Gummies: An Easy & Elegant Adult Treat Recipe In a world craving a touch of simple elegance, sometimes all you need is a little pink delight. And what could be more delightful than homemade gummies you craft yourself? Forget the eye-rolls; making these sophisticated treats is surprisingly straightforward—about as easy as whipping … Read more
Mastering Braised Bison Short Ribs with Espresso Balsamic: A Comfort Food Guide There’s a deeply satisfying magic to the process of braising, especially when it comes to transforming a humble cut of meat into something extraordinarily tender and flavorful. Lately, I’ve been completely captivated by this age-old culinary technique. It’s more than just cooking; it’s … Read more
Unexpected Encounters & Culinary Delights: An Evening of 80s Nostalgia and a Recipe Discovery A captured moment of simple beauty, perhaps a reflection of the unexpected joys of life. Some evenings unfold exactly as planned, a predictable symphony of good food and familiar chatter. Then there are those rare nights that take a delightfully unexpected … Read more
Jasper’s Christmas in November: A Cozy Culinary Kick-Off in a Winter Wonderland The crisp mountain air of Jasper transformed into a whimsical winter wonderland this afternoon as soft, heavy flakes began to fall. Not just any snow, but big, clumpy flakes that descended with an almost playful urgency, swirling past the grand windows of the … Read more
Alice Eats: The Wonderland Cookbook – Embark on a Culinary Adventure Inspired by Lewis Carroll There are moments in life when one feels, quite simply, too much. Like a ginormous, slightly clumsy figure, disproportionately large for the space occupied, all hunched shoulders and unwieldy elbows, perhaps even with a comforting beverage in hand – a … Read more
The Ultimate Vegan Deep n’ Delicious Chocolate Cake: A Plant-Based Masterpiece There’s something incredibly comforting and nostalgic about a classic chocolate cake. For many, the “Deep n’ Delicious” style cake, with its signature fudgy frosting and dense, moist crumb, evokes cherished childhood memories. What if you could capture all that beloved flavor and texture in … Read more
Wholesome Turkey Barley Chili: A Hearty, Healthy, and Freezable Family Favorite Life often throws us into a whirlwind of busy schedules, especially when juggling work commitments and family mealtimes. There are those days – or weeks, even – when the thought of preparing a fresh, healthy dinner from scratch seems like an insurmountable task after … Read more