What’s better than opening a present on Christmas morning? A gift that keeps on giving. Giving them a gift to open every month. The usual upside of showing someone how well you know them and that you listen when they talk (hot tip: don’t buy someone a bath bomb set if they don’t have a…
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2021 Gift Guide: Best Gifts for the Home Bartender
As a cocktail content creator, I regularly get asked for my recommendations on bar tools, glassware, booze, books, and more. I’ve teamed up with my good friends at Chef’s Paradise to curate a comprehensive Taste & Tipple Ultimate Starter Kit that includes everything you or the aspiring home bartender on your list will need to…
Shop Local: 2021 Ottawa Gift Guide + Giveaway
Shipping delays, supply chain crises, inflation, oh my! There has never been more reason to shop local. Aside from the obvious fact that local businesses need our support more than ever, on account of the rollercoaster ride of store closures over the course of the last 20 months, shopping local puts a smile on the…
Best 2021 Advent Calendars
Holy cannoli – November is less than a week away. I don’t know where October went but it’s gone by in a blink. Supporting local continues to be top-of-mind for me and I’d love to shine the spotlight on any local businesses in the Ottawa area selling advent calendars. If there are any great locally…
How to Find the Perfect Wine Pairing
I often start an evening with a handcrafted cocktail but if I’m running short on time or my guests aren’t into spirits, I want to ensure my wine pairing is the perfect match for whatever I’m serving. Over the Thanksgiving long weekend, I whipped up this Baked Brie with Caramelized Pears for a little pre-feast…
