Hello, summer! Lazy days spent by the lake or pool are a must during the warmer months! Make sure you make the most of your summertime outings with the coolest products from Weddingstar Inc., my favourite home and gift company. Weddingstar is a family-founded and owned company based in Dunmore, Alberta, Canada, with 35 years [...]
One of my favourite things to do in the spring and summer months here in the Okanagan? Going on a wine tour, of course! While tasting wine is the main event when wine touring, one of the best parts of wine tasting is the experience of visiting wineries, taking in gorgeous views, and getting dressed [...]
These days, couples planning their dream wedding are incorporating more and more personalized features into their special day than ever before. From donut and champagne walls, to cupcake and cake pop towers, there is no limit to what brides and grooms are trying out in the name of 'personalized, just for us' ideas. Enter: the [...]
Mother's Day brunch is a traditional way to show that special woman in your life how much you love and appreciate her (though, we should be doing that year round as well, of course!). After all, who doesn't love brunch? Especially when it includes champagne and presents! Celebrate mom this May with this Mother's Day [...]
Also known as profiteroles, who doesn't love a decadent and fluffy cream puff? No one, that's who! Get ready to blow your guests minds when you carry out these cream puff skewers, because trust me when I say they are always a hit at parties. Serve them as I have them pictured here, or top [...]
If you love a good salmon dip, this is an extremely simple recipe to whip up! Odds are you already have the ingredients, and if not, they're easy to pick up at your favourite local grocer. My favourite thing about salmon dip is that it feels like a fancy treat whether you're serving it for [...]
Sandwiches - the perfect finger food! Sometimes it's best not to overthink it when it comes to party appetizers. Tea (or finger) sandwiches are incredibly simple while also being the most versatile snack ever. Think about it; sandwiches can be made to suit any diet, and are so easy to make inclusive to those following [...]
The following post is in paid partnership with my lovely friends over at Weddingstar Inc.! Weddingstar is a family-owned wedding gift, favour and party supply company founded in Alberta, Canada, that is also available in the United States and Australia. I have been a huge fan and lover of this company for many years and [...]
If you've been looking for a sweet favour to gift to your guests at your wedding or next special event, these recipe jars might be just the ticket! We all know I'm not much of a baker, so these mug recipes are definitely something I would love to receive myself. There is truly nothing sweeter [...]
Hello, beautiful friend! Are you a Pillsbury Crescent lover, like me? I thought so! I don't think I've ever met anyone that didn't enjoy baking up some of these fun and easy croissant style pastries now and again. My sister Danielle and I didn't grow up with these, they were a coveted treat that we [...]
Well, well, well. Who is this fox!? Spoiler alert - it's my husband, Tristan! He graciously agreed to join the blog to share his famous Apple Crisp recipe, and let me tell you - it's the only one you'll ever need! With a hint of maple, a drizzle of caramel, when this crisp hits your [...]
Hello my beautiful friends! Welcome back to the blog for another delicious entry in our Kaslo Sourdough diaries - another plant-based entry, to boot! I have been working with Kaslo Sourdough for almost a year now, and I feel incredibly lucky to have my first ongoing partnership with such a fantastic family-owned business. Not only [...]
Hello friend, and welcome to my fall 2021 home tour! This year I went for *gasps* white (surprise surprise!), with light touches of dusty pink, burnt red, and pastel orange. The best part of having a neutral based home is definitely how easy it is to transition from season to season, and not having to [...]
Welcome back to the blog, friend! I hope you brought your appetite, because I have an extra special recipe on the menu today - as shared with us by my lovely younger sister, Danielle! Mark this day for the history books, because this is her first guest post, and won't be her last - we've [...]
Welcome to the 'Krause House' in summer 2021! Something you may not know about me - not only do I adore nautical and ocean themed decor, I also have a thing for pirate folklore! Movies, TV shows, books, sign me up. Especially if there are mermaids included. So, this year I added some fun 'pirate [...]
I'm delighted to share this fun recipe that I have created in partnership with Kaslo Sourdough with you today! If you haven't heard of this company yet, Kaslo Sourdough is based in Kaslo, B.C. - this pasta has a cult following throughout beautiful British Columbia. This is the world's first commercial sourdough pasta, and boy, [...]
Sometimes there's just no avoiding it. You know what I'm talking about - good ol' date night fatigue! Whether you're a homebody looking for new ideas, newly coupled up and looking to try new things, or you're visiting the Okanagan and want to learn a few insider tips - this list is your new best [...]
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