December 2012 archive

Best of 2012

Just before ringing in the new year, I thought I’d look back at a few of my favourite recipes I blogged about this year. I look forward to sharing many more food stories with you in the year ahead and thank you for all your comments and questions – they make this blog worth writing! […] Read more…

 

DIY Gift Wrapping

There’s something about doing things at the last-minute isn’t there? It kind of gets your adrenaline going and forever reminds me of my years writing Political Science essays during college – I’ve never written so many 15 page papers overnight! And the less time I have, the more incredibly efficient I become –  does this […] Read more…

 

Holiday Cookbook Giveaway Part 2

The holidays really seem to have taken over in our house. Although I grew up in a half Jewish household, we’ve always had a Christmas tree – there’s something so festive about decorating a tree, and for me it’s just a symbol of taking the time to reunite with family.Being here in Toronto and an […] Read more…

 

Persimmon Chocolate Tarts

Do you remember the chocolate tarts I blogged about a few days ago? These are an easy variation to make homemade tarts that much more of a treat. Every time I see bright orange, plump persimmons at the market, I can’t help adding a few to my basket. They are usually only available a couple […] Read more…

 

Holiday Treats and a Giveaway!

As the holidays are fast approaching, my to-do list seems ever expanding – everyday I pin another recipe I’d like to try, or DIY project I’d love to tackle. I’m sure many of you can relate to this, but every year I wish that December was a couple of days longer. Between flavoured marshmallows, indulgent […] Read more…