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 [...]
Is there anything more magical than a wedding or bridal shower? Okay, maybe the wedding! But with Weddingstar's gorgeous Garden Party themed bridal shower supplies, I couldn't help but feel whisked away to a magical backyard soirée, right in the comfort of my own dining room. Fun fact: 6 years ago, long before I was [...]
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 eternal struggle: when that date night you have been looking forward to finally arrives, and oops - you don't know what to do! We've all been there. Dinner and a movie out on the town is the easiest go to, but can sometimes feel a little lacklustre on repeat. And let's face it, when [...]
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 [...]
Hello, soon-to-be-wed's! Congratulations on your engagement! There are so many unique additions couples are choosing to incorporate while they tie the knot, besides the classic ring exchange. From the Unity Candle Ceremony, to the Unity Sand Ceremony, to the Handfasting Ceremony, couples love to find ways to add a touch of their own special bond [...]
Hey there, friend! This flavourful and cheesy (in more ways than one!) pasta bake is the PERFECT dish to serve to your loved ones on Valentine's Day, or any time you want to show them how much you care. And bonus - it's incredibly easy to make! What inspired this recipe? Well, it's always easy [...]
If you struggle to add self-care to your day to day life, you are not alone! In the hustle and bustle of our daily responsibilities, it can be hard to block out time for mindful moments. I know for myself, I struggle with creating a routine I can stick to, so I like to have [...]
Have you heard of wedding party proposal boxes!? Finding a special way to ask your besties to be in your wedding has been a growing trend for years, and my all-time favourite way is to present them with a box of thoughtfully selected wedding themed favours and gifts. That said, finding wedding party items to [...]
You know what's super stressful? Planning a wedding! As any married couple will tell you, the lead up to a wedding will most likely test you in ways you have yet to imagine (don't worry, the pay off is totally worth it!). Luckily, there are several ways to take this unique and special time in [...]
Hello, friends! I have a fun and unique pasta treat for you today! When my long-term parter company Kaslo Sourdough asked me if I was up for creating a 'sweet' pasta dish, I have to admit - I was nervous! A sweet pasta? I've never even heard of such a thing outside of maybe a [...]
Hello, December 2021! And welcome to my home this winter, friends! This year I went with a rustic, yet elegant and light 'French Country decor' style. Adding tons of natural-look greenery to the space over curtain rods, and along my fireplace TV stand, as well as going a little nuts with rustic gilded bells (which [...]
Hey, friends! I'm so pleased to share this brand new recipe with you, and even more excitingly, to announce my new partnership with wedding and lifestyle brand, Weddingstar! To say this partnership is a dream come true would be a serious understatement - if you've been following the blog for awhile, you have probably seen [...]
Hey, there! If you've been following me on Instagram, you may have seen that I was recently given the opportunity to work on something very special this holiday season. Or maybe that very thing is what brought you to the blog in the first place! Either way, I'm so glad you're here. Let's dish! Every [...]
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 [...]
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