Baking is a wonderful Christmas tradition. I remember my grandmother’s fruit cakes, made every year with care and pride – one dark, one light – and a multitude of delicious cookies! Today, many of us bake for family and friends, a cookie exchange, or just for fun. It’s a special part of the holiday season. […]
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Holiday Baking: Yummy Shortbread and Chocolate Recipes
December 10, 2012Family Dining: Creating the Space, Making the Time
November 2, 2012Family dining has changed so much over the last couple of decades. When I was a kid, as I’m sure it was with many of you, dinner was a sit-down meal at the same time every night with the whole family present. No discussion – that’s simply the way it was. Wonderful memories! New home […]
Unique Ideas to Make This Thanksgiving Your Best Ever!
October 3, 2012Let me start by saying there’s absolutely nothing wrong with the tried and true Thanksgiving celebration. I love turkey the way my grandmother made it, mounds of mashed potatoes and those little glazed carrots. But this year, why not start some new traditions? Maybe inject a little surprise into the festivities? Here are a few […]
Summer BBQ Recipes: Easy and Delicious
August 20, 2012What REALLY makes a summer BBQ party a success? THE FOOD! Ambience is important, but when growling tummies prevail, you want to serve food that satisfies. No doubt you have family favourites that everybody loves, but if you want to try something different, here are a couple of favourites from our family here at Stoney […]