“… My mint in my garden has gone to seed! It’s so pretty. See!…” I had to think quickly. I couldn’t let the mint go to waste. The only reason I grow the stuff is so that I can make my own Mojitos here at home. Mojitos. Sigh. One of the most refreshing summertime drinks; […]
Mango Ginger Margarita
“… ask for the good stuff…” Sometimes we are forced to eat what is in our refrigerator because we don’t want to be wasteful. Today, I was forced to drink a Mango Margarita. I know, that’s horrible you must be thinking, but you know what? The mango did. not. go. to. waste. I took one […]
The Cheezies Incident
“… i happen to live with Cheezies # 1 fan …” Have you ever had Hawkins Cheezies? A Canadian icon, people have been inspired to create art by them, (like this lovely piece); they had been proudly displayed in the background of the Canadian hit show ‘Corner Gas’; and if you serve them […]
Pear and Blackberry Lassi
“…delicious and healthy…” Not to be confused with my favourite heroine puppy of all time, the lassi is a traditional East Indian drink made with yogurt, fruit and and sometimes spices. This is just one version of my go-to recipe for a quick breakfast or post work out snack. Delicious and healthy and so many […]
Blueberry Lemon Drop
” … this cocktail has become a close friend …” I was introduced to this magical martini when friends took us to an old fashioned magic show (magical martini, magic show – is there a connection?) a few years ago. The venue was set up like a lounge out of the 1920’s. First we had […]