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Hi, I’m Yvonne! I create and test recipes for people who love delicious tastes and divine tipples!

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Thanks to my friends at @cheersamericanspirits I h

Thanks to my friends at @cheersamericanspirits I had the privilege of participating in a virtual tasting and tour of @sagamorespirit! Their strict focus on rye whiskey and the rich heritage of distilling in Maryland truly set them apart. Their delicious spirit inspired me to create this Rockin’ Rye Rosa cocktail with their signature rye! [AD]

Rockin’ Rye Rosa
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- 1 oz Sagamore Spirit signature rye whiskey
- 1/2 oz Cocchi Rosa
- 1 barspoon simple syrup
- 1 dash Peychaud’s bitters
- Grapefruit twist, for garnish
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- Stir all ingredients over ice and strain into rocks glass over one large cube.
- Express grapefruit swath into glass and drop in.
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#cheersamericanspirits #enjoyresponsibly #sagamorespirit AD #whiskey #rye

GIVEAWAY 🚨 I’ve partnered up with @ninjakitch

GIVEAWAY 🚨 I’ve partnered up with @ninjakitchen to keep you cool this Canada Day with a blender that’s perfect for whipping up delicious frozen cocktails like this Strawberry Rhubarb Slushie. .
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To win, follow these steps:
1. ‘Like’ this post
2. Comment, tagging two drinking buddies.
3. Follow @ninjakitchen , @canadiantire and @tasteandtipple
4. Limit 20 entries
5. Share to your story and tag @tasteandtipple for a bonus 5 entries.
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Giveaway closed ‪on Tuesday, July 7th at 11:59 pm EST‬. Winner (1) will be chosen through a random draw and be contacted through Instagram private message ‪on July 8th, 2020‬. Giveaway open to residents of Canada. The prize is a Ninja Professional Blender, in pearlized red. Winner must be at least 18 years of age.
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This #giveaway is in no way, shape or form associated with Instagram or Facebook. .
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Strawberry Rhubarb Slushie (Serves 2)
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- 4 oz Canadian rye
- 2 oz lemon juice
- 1 oz rhubarb syrup
- 2 cups frozen strawberries
- 1/8 tsp freshly ground black pepper
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- Add all ingredients to the jug of your @ninjakitchen blender and blend on high for 10-15 seconds. - Refrigerate blender jug for 30 minutes and then pulse for 5 seconds, adding 3-4 ice cubes as desired. - Pour into a chilled rocks glass. Garnish with a strawberry and lemon wedge. Serve with a straw. .
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Please enjoy responsibly!
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#sponsoredbyNinja #IHeartNinjaCanada

Living Room Reveal 🚨! Swipe ⬅️ to see what

Living Room Reveal 🚨! Swipe ⬅️ to see what this space looked like when I bought it. From bland and brown to bright and colorful. So happy to be finally sharing this transformation with you! Head over to the blog for more photos and full product details! .
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#homedecor #mycb2 #myanthropologie #smpliving #oneroomchallenge #gusmodern #mypinterest @pinterest #beforeandafter #beforeafter #myhgtv #beforeandafter #moderndesign #mobilia #judithgeher #tabledecor #livingroom #myldshoppe #togetherathome #togetherapart #canadianblogger #lifestyleblogger #decor #interiordesign #benjaminmoore #tonicliving #toniclivingpillows

Go green. . . . #ottawablogger #fashionblogger #bl

Go green.
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#ottawablogger #fashionblogger #blogger #beauty #summer #craftedmixology #beautybloggers #beautyobsessed #flowers #ottawacocktails #ottawalife #myottawa #photography #selfie #makeup #sundayfunday #sunnyday #summervibes

Trying to curb my quarantine carb-loading and mix

Trying to curb my quarantine carb-loading and mix in some shrubbery. This blueberry broccoli salad with ranch dressing is the kind of summer salad that won’t fill you with dread at the prospect of eating your greens. Also, this homemade ranch dressing is insane - I want to put it on everything. Get the recipe on the blog, link in bio. .
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#healthyeats #recipe #broccoli #bombesquad #bonappetit #nomnom #f52grams #vegetarian #foodandflatlay #foodphotography #healthyeating #tastemademedoit #mypinterest @pinterest #buzzfeast #huffposttaste #foodblogger #ottawabloggers #myottawa #feedfeed @thefeedfeed #salad #eeeeeats #nomnom #tastingtable #foodblogfeed @foodblogfeed #eeeeeats #imsomartha #fbcigers #vegetarianrecipes #likeyoumeanit

@thesocakitchen was kind enough to send over their

@thesocakitchen was kind enough to send over their Taste of Mexico package for me to try and it was truly DELICIOUS #gifted. They have an extensive menu available for pick-up or delivery Tuesday through Saturday. The Taste of Mexico is a generous meal for two including: guacamole & chips, shrimp tostada (which was to-die-for), octopus salpicón, 4 tacos, churros with Nutella (!!) and a bottle of refreshing cucumber margarita! All for $72. Check out their website to order thesocakitchen.com. .
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#supportlocal #shoplocal #613eats #613foodies #tacos #tacotuesday #spanish #mexican #churros #margarita #tequila #eatpretty #foodandflatlay #foodphotography #buzzfeast #foodblogger #ottawabloggers #myottawa #storyofmytable #foodblogfeed #octopus #guacamole #fbcigers #socakitchen

Now that the days are longer, I have been able to

Now that the days are longer, I have been able to play with light and shadow in my North-facing condo, which doesn’t typically enjoy much natural light. This silhouette is one of my latest. .
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#cocktails #cocktail #homebarawards #artofdrinks #craftedmixology #instadrinks #drinkstagram #feedfeedcocktails @thefeedfeed.cocktails #photooftheday #igdrinks #thirsty #imbibegram #bartenders #mixology #liqpic #ottawabloggers #silhouette #bombesquad #mypinterest @pinterest #likeyoumeanit #imsomartha #tasteandtipple #fbcigers #drinkoftheday #cocktailphotography #myfavouritecocktail #boozeblogger #artistic #houseofnegroni

In solidarity with the #amplifymelanatedvoices mov

In solidarity with the #amplifymelanatedvoices movement created by @jessicawilson.msrd and @blackandembodied I will not be sharing any of my own content on feed or stories between now and June 7th. This will be a time to amplify the voices of Black People and POC. This will be a time to reflect and learn and listen.

Yesterday’s glamour shot. I once briefly toyed w

Yesterday’s glamour shot. I once briefly toyed with the idea of having glamour shots taken at Sears - complete with a feather boa, blue eyeshadow and something sequined - and then handing out headshots with contact information to men I found attractive at bars or restaurants. Although Sears no longer exists in Canada, should I still follow through on this idea? Maybe @laurakelly.co can help me with the shoot. .
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#ottawablogger #fashionblogger #blogger #beauty #summer #craftedmixology #beautybloggers #beautyobsessed #flowers #ottawacocktails #ottawalife #myottawa #photography #selfie #makeup #sundayfunday #sunnyday #summervibes

Finally a string of beautiful summer weather. How

Finally a string of beautiful summer weather. How are you spending this sunny Sunday? .
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#summertime #sunday #summer #ottawa #myottawa #bloomfields #flower #flowers #floraldesign #stayhome #togetherathome #togetherapart #ottawabloggers #canadianblogger #photography #photo #pretty #pink #pinkaesthetic #yow #supportlocalbusiness #supportlocal #shoplocal

Sipping on summer with this lavender bourbon lemon

Sipping on summer with this lavender bourbon lemonade in my new The Reformation mini dress - currently on sale! http://liketk.it/2Pcda #StayHomeWithLTK #LTKspring #liketkit @liketoknow.it #fashion #springfashion #springfashion2020 #craftedmixology

As summer temps finally hit Ottawa this week, I th

As summer temps finally hit Ottawa this week, I thought this would be the perfect time to feature this show-stopping summer dessert: Peach Bourbon Biscuit Cobbler. Don’t get me wrong, the biscuits are a labour of love, but what else are you doing with your time? And you will be pleased you made the effort when you sample the finished product. Get the recipe on the blog, link in bio.
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#peach #cobbler #bourbon #summer #dessert #thebakefeed #lovetobake #bakingday #foodbloggerpro #eatpretty #fromscratch #wsbakeclub #f52grams #beautifulcuisines #foodandflatlay #foodphotography #tastemademedoit #mypinterest @pinterest #buzzfeast #huffposttaste #foodblogger #ottawabloggers #biscuits #feedfeed @thefeedfeed #storyofmytable #foodblogfeed @foodblogfeed #lovebaking #imsomartha #fbcigers #likeyoumeanit

Let’s get freekeh. This Freekeh Salad with Hallo

Let’s get freekeh. This Freekeh Salad with Halloumi & Tahini Za’atar Dressing is perfect long weekend fare. If you haven’t had it, freekeh is made from toasted green wheat and has a unique smoky, herbal flavour. Get the recipe on the blog, link in bio. .
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#salad #recipe #vegetarian #bombesquad #bonappetit #nomnom #f52grams #freekeh #foodandflatlay #foodphotography #buzzfeedfood #tastemademedoit #mypinterest @pinterest #buzzfeast #huffposttaste #foodblogger #ottawabloggers #myottawa #feedfeed @thefeedfeed #thanksgiving #eeeeeats #nomnom #tastingtable #foodblogfeed @foodblogfeed #eeeeeats #imsomartha #fbcigers #tasty #likeyoumeanit #halloumi

Today is #worldcocktailday and I’m marking the o

Today is #worldcocktailday and I’m marking the occasion with my usual installment of #virtualhappyhour and throwing it back to this Tiki drink featuring my all-time favourite drinking vessel. The Monk’s Respite is a Tiki drink that doesn’t use rum. A refreshing combination of gin, Chartreuse, coconut water, honey syrup, lemon and orange bitters. Pictured here in this Kokeshi doll Tiki mug from Benihana of Tokyo that I picked up on @etsy .
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Monk’s Respite
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- 3 oz coconut water
- 1 ½ oz gin
- ½ oz lemon juice, freshly squeezed
- ¼ oz yellow Chartreuse
- ¼ oz honey syrup
- 1 oz seltzer
- 1 dash orange bitters
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- Add all ingredients except seltzer to a cocktail shaker with crushed ice and 4-6 whole ice cubes, shake, open pour into an empty young coconut shell or Tiki mug. Top with seltzer.
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#cocktails #cocktail #homebarawards #artofdrinks #craftedmixology #instadrinks #drinkstagram #feedfeedcocktails #brandy #igdrinks #thirsty #imbibegram #bartenders #mixology #liqpic #ottawabloggers #bombesquad #moodymixology #imsomartha #tasteandtipple #gin #fbcigers #drinkoftheday #cocktailphotography #myfavouritecocktail #boozeblogger #quarantini

Anyone else miss their colorist and hair stylist s

Anyone else miss their colorist and hair stylist something fierce? Longing for the inky lustre of a fresh colour - I’m going to be dirty blonde by the time this is over. Send help or hats.
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#selfie #makeup #beauty #boldlips #redlips #leopardprint #blogger #foodblogger #servinglooks #servingface #beautyphotographer #selfportrait #photography #photooftheday

Next stop on my virtual trip down memory lane is t

Next stop on my virtual trip down memory lane is taking me back to the Alhambra in Granada, Spain which I visited back in 2015 and where I marveled at the intricate craftsmanship adorning every surface. Where do you want to travel next? .
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#travel #postcardsfromtheworld #optoutside #passionpassport #natgeotravel #wanderlust #goexplore #momentsofmine #wonderfulplaces #traveltheworld #mytravelgram #travelphotographry #roamtheplanet #travelstories #globetrotter #lovetravel #travelpics #spain #alhambra #granada #travelblogger #travelblog #travelbug #stillatraveler #iamatraveler

Let’s taco bout it: Cinco de Mayo is tomorrow an

Let’s taco bout it: Cinco de Mayo is tomorrow and I’ve got you covered with 11 recipes that celebrate Mexican cuisine. From celery margaritas (which we’ll be making on #virtualhappyhour tomorrow) to instant pot pork carnitas - you’ll get all the inspiration you need for a little #stayhome fiesta. Find the recipe round-up on my homepage, on the blog, link in bio.
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#cincodemayo #cocktails #cocktail #homebarawards #artofdrinks #craftedmixology #instadrinks #drinkstagram #feedfeedcocktails #brandy #igdrinks #thirsty #imbibegram #bartenders #mixology #liqpic #ottawabloggers #bombesquad #likeyoumeanit #imsomartha #tasteandtipple #fbcigers #drinkoftheday #cocktailphotography #myfavouritecocktail #boozeblogger #quarantini

Thanks to my friends @cheersamericanspirits for in

Thanks to my friends @cheersamericanspirits for inviting me to participate in a fantastic virtual tasting of four unique American whiskeys last night. I learned so much about the history, culture and production methods of @woodfordreserve @jamesepepper @unclenearest and @westlandwhiskey . The session inspired me to whip up this modern classic cocktail using @woodfordreserve. .
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Gold Rush
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- 1 1/2 oz @woodfordreserve bourbon
- 1/2 oz lemon juice
- 1/2 oz honey syrup - Lemon peel, for garnish
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Shake liquid ingredients over ice and strain into a rocks glass with one large ice cube. Garnish with swath of lemon peel. .
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#cheersamericanspirits #enjoyresponsibly #woodfordreserve #AD #whiskey #bourbon

I don’t know about you guys but my diet has been

I don’t know about you guys but my diet has been decidedly light on greens since we started this whole self-isolation game. I’m venturing out for groceries today and am going to be stocking up on all the ingredients to make this Chickpea Taco Salad from the blog archives. Honestly, this is one of the best damn salads I’ve ever made. Search for the recipe on my blog, link in bio.
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#salad #healthy #vegetarian #kale #sweetpotato #healthyeats #healthyrecipe #bakingday #foodbloggerpro #eatpretty #fromscratch #tacosalad #f52grams #beautifulcuisines #foodandflatlay #foodphotography #tastemademedoit #mypinterest @pinterest #buzzfeast #huffposttaste #foodblogger #ottawabloggers #myottawa #feedfeed @thefeedfeed #storyofmytable #foodblogfeed @foodblogfeed #chickpeas #imsomartha #fbcigers #likeyoumeanit

As we head into week 7 of #physicaldistancing I’

As we head into week 7 of #physicaldistancing I’m daydreaming about destinations outside the 700 square feet of my condo. I’ve been flipping through photos from past travels to help satisfy my wanderlust for the time being. I snapped this shot of my friend Dianne in 2018 while exploring the beautiful blue city of Chefchaouen, Morocco.
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#travel #postcardsfromtheworld #optoutside #passionpassport #natgeotravel #wanderlust #goexplore #momentsofmine #wonderfulplaces #traveltheworld #mytravelgram #travelphotographry #roamtheplanet #travelstories #globetrotter #lovetravel #travelpics #morocco #chefchaouen #blue #travelblogger #travelblog #travelbug #stillatraveler #iamatraveler

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