Looking for a cute, tasty, and affordable gift to give to your nearest and dearest this year that isn't baked goods? You've come to the right place! Give these hearty and wholesome soup mixes a try! Not only are these soup mixes presented beautifully, they are also a very eco-friendly way to celebrate the holidays, [...]
It's that time of year again! Yes, you heard that right - it's time to deck the halls for the holiday season! This year celebrate in style, with this season's prettiest and most stylish decor, at prices you can afford. With my partner company, Weddingstar, there are so many wonderful ways to add more warmth, [...]
There is nothing quite like seeing the magic of Christmas through the wonder of a child's eyes! My partner company for this blog post, Weddingstar, and I have put together a list of fun, festive, and best of all, affordable products to make your (well, mostly your children's!) holiday season just a little bit merrier. [...]
Happy holidays, dear reader! Finding the perfect holiday gifts for all of of those near and dear to you has never been easier, thanks to Weddingstar Inc. With Weddingstar, you'll find thousands of gifts for every single person on your list, and in this blog post, I've rounded up several (okay, maybe a few more!) [...]
Who says autumn themes must always be red, orange and yellow? This gorgeous and mellow-toned tablescape certainly proves otherwise! In the softest pastel shades of pink, sage, powder blue and lilac, this table setting is an incredible example of how the rise of light, bright, and pink-toned palettes can transition seamlessly into a fall wedding [...]
The perfect harvest treat: mini pies! Or tarts, if you prefer - whatever you call them, we can all agree that these bite-sized heavenly desserts are a quintessential part of cooler weather baking across the globe. Serving traditional pies to your Thanksgiving (or Harvest) dinner guests is always a great idea, however serving a plethora [...]
Hello, and happy fall, friends! If you're in search of a dreamy and autumnal recipe to serve your family (or to whip up for date night) this fall season, congratulations - you found it! Ultra creamy and decadently smooth butternut squash sauce is on the menu, with a hearty serving of award-winning sourdough linguini pasta. [...]
There's no doubt that most wedding planning revolves around The Big Dayâ„¢ (with the honeymoon being a close second!), but there's one occasion I'd love to shine a spotlight on: the morning after the wedding. You did it! You're married! Go, you two! The post-wedding glow is real; after months, maybe years, of planning your [...]
One of life's greatest pleasures? A great glass of vino. One of life's even greater pleasures? Multiple glasses of varying varietals, more commonly known as: wine tasting! Wine tasting is a wonderful experience however you try it, and hosting a wine tasting at home is quickly growing in popularity. Having friends over for your own [...]
Have you ever heard of a 'Mystery Menu' dinner party? If you have, you'll know it's a TON of fun, and if you haven't, you are about to find out! As opposed to a 'Murder Mystery' party, a 'Mystery Menu' party is instead focused on mysterious... food! This is a great party to have with [...]
You've tried pasta... but have you tried pasta chips? After reading this recipe, I'm positive you will want to! As an avid potato and corn chip lover, this new trend in pasta enjoyment is right up my alley. I knew I had to put a sourdough spin on it, thanks to Kaslo Sourdough's award winning [...]
What to get the man that never knows what he wants? Problem solved, with these unique and interesting ideas from Weddingstar! With fantastic gifts ranging from fun and casual products like personalized grill sets, drinkware, and stylish luggage, to timeless pieces such as engraved lighters, tie clips and even cigar cutters, with this guide in [...]
Ahhh, the great outdoors. There's nothing like a good old camping trip to reset the mind, body and soul. Whether you're a rough and tumble camper experienced in roughing it in the wild, or you're a 'glamper' that prefers the serenity of a fully-loaded camper, there's one thing every camper has in common: a love [...]
He popped the question - now it's time to pop the champagne and celebrate with your besties! Whether you're jet-setting off to Vegas or a tropical resort, or celebrating in your own city with a fun night out barhopping or hitting the clubs, a photo session to commemorate the event with the whole gang is [...]
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 [...]
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 [...]
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 [...]
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