It’s your turn to host Christmas dinner for a large crowd and suddenly you realize how small your postage stamp sized kitchen really is. And how little counter space you have. And how much you curse the fact that your countertop depth is 5 inches less than standard, forcing you
Do you want to host the party of your dreams, but find your space lacking? Never fear! This past weekend we hosted a party for 26 in a 1050 sqft house with our space and sanity intact. Here’s how you can do it too. I have general tips at
Have you ever looked at those beautiful images of charcuterie boards on Pinterest or Instagram and wished that somehow you could put one together? But you felt so overwhelmed. How do I pick the meats? What about the cheeses? How do I make it look pretty? What about keeping costs
Do you ever see an image on a food magazine and can’t get it out of your head? About two or three years ago, I saw a beautiful rainbow-coloured tomato tart on the cover of a magazine. Was it Martha Stewart? Real Simple? Another food magazine? I have no idea.
Canada’s 150th birthday is fast approaching! If there’s any year to throw a Canada Day celebration for your friends and family–this is the year. Planning the perfect backyard Canada Day celebration doesn’t have to be hard. I’ve come up with a couple of easy and fun ideas to make your
Do you need an impressive dessert this easter? While I can’t say that this is the best cake ever, I can say that 18 hungry university students utterly devoured it and asked for seconds. Make of it what you will.
Get inspired by these easy tablescapes, perfect for your next party, special meal with your family, or Easter celebration. I’ve created 7 colourful options that are sure to impress your guests, along with some tips and tricks to make creating your own a breeze.
Need a brunch idea that’s sure to impress? Crepes are the answer. While this menu is a little more labour intensive than others that I’ve posted, it’s well worth the extra effort. Save yourself some last minute scrambling and clean and cut all your fruit the night before. I’ve only
Co-ordinating schedules with babies, toddlers and preschoolers is hard enough without having to figure out something to eat. Picky eaters, vegetarians, gluten free, gah!! Here’s my go to meal that can easily check whatever boxes you need with a timeline for getting it all done and keeping everyone happy. No
Hi, I’m Kristen and I help new gardeners learn to grow their own vegetables and beautify their yards. I also share recipes that use all those delicious garden produce. Grab a coffee (and your gardening gloves) and join me for gardening tips, simple recipes, and the occasional DIY, all from the lovely city of Saskatoon, Saskatchewan.
