If you’re wondering what gives this drink it’s distinctive Willy Wonka hue, it’s a combination of factors. The classic Aviation cocktail is always a pleasant shade of violet thanks to the inclusion of Crème de Violette. In addition to the colour, this liqueur brings a potent floral component to this cocktail with its distinctive notes…
Chocolate Balsamic Pots de Crème
I’ll try anything once, some things twice. Growing up, my parents would sign me up for all manner of day camps to keep me from wasting away the restless hours in July and August under foot. I learned how to become a thespian at theatre camp in Stratford, toned my scrawny legs at rowing camp…
Piña Ginger Fizz
Building on our theme from last week, “I need an adult” – I think at 30, going on 31, I’m finally starting to get a handle on what it means to be an adult. Kind of. I spent many Saturday and Sunday mornings in the last decade luxuriating in bed until 10 a.m., pretending to…
Triple Agave & Grapefruit
Do you ever feel like you need an adult? Like you are completely incapable of getting through the day without supervision? I do. On Sunday, I went to the grocery store THREE times. As you might imagine, being the incredibly organized food blogger extraordinaire that I am, I am fastidious in my meal planning. I…
Southwestern Eggs Benedict
Holy guacamole, this one’s a keeper. As you may have noticed, especially if you follow me on Instagram, brunch is the organizing principle behind my weekend schedule. If you don’t brunch at least once, was it even a weekend? Is life even worth living? I think not. When I go for brunch, I have a…
Rooibos Old Fashioned
Snowpocalypse has arrived in Ottawa. Forty centimetres of snow in 24 hours. Nature is amazing and I am not having it. The entire nation’s capital is shut down today. Universities, colleges and the government are closed. I will be going to work because I really don’t need any more alone time and I live three…
Last-Minute Gifts for Your Valentine
I know, you’re thinking, “Shit, it’s Monday and Valentine’s Day is on Thursday and I haven’t gotten anything for the love of my life.” In my case, the love of my life is myself and you really don’t need to worry about how often I treat myself, “You’re worth it” is pretty much my mantra….
Apple & Blue Cheese Tartlets with Icewine Glaze
I think this is what they had in mind when they coined the term “food porn.” Something about puff pastry that just makes me salivate. Just looking at it you can appreciate its crisp, flaky texture. I know you can’t always judge a book by its cover, but in this case, you can. This bite-sized…
Pasta Alfredo with Sun-dried Tomatoes and Green Onion
I was recently a guest on a podcast. It was my first time “on air” since I worked as a radio journalist in Rwanda. My friend Laura Kelly launched her own podcast, You Might Not Like It in November 2018. After I listened to a few of her episodes, I knew I wanted to be…
Vesper Martini
About to engage in some international espionage, a high-speed car chase or a night of seduction? May I suggest the Vesper? This martini is James Bond’s drink of choice, served shaken not stirred. This version is an adaptation from the original recipe which would give you a 4.5 ounce cocktail and knock you right on…
