Tips to treat the one you love

Over the past few weeks, I have been reminded of the importance of disconnecting in order to reconnect with those I love. Sounds like a simple idea, but it’s actually a lot more difficult than you might imagine. As someone who “lives online” it can be difficult for me to not feel guilty if I don’t look at my phone every five minutes. But, with a little bit of practice, I’ve come up with some tips to treat the ones you love – be they your significant other or BFFs – while being more present in the moment.  Continue reading “Tips to treat the one you love”

A walk down memory lane

I find myself getting nostalgic a lot lately. Taking a walk down memory lane, I find myself remembering certain parts of my childhood fondly and thinking about how I might be able to create similar memories and experiences for our future children. As Julio & I are slowly starting to look into the process of starting a family, it only makes sense that I turn to my own experiences for inspiration. From family vacations, to family meals, there is so much to be learn from the lessons my parents instilled in my brother and I.  Continue reading “A walk down memory lane”

The easiest Pineapple Upside-Down Cake

Have you ever woken up in the morning with the desire to just get on a plane to somewhere hot? To just get away from it all? That was me this morning. You’ll want to stay tuned this week as I share my top tropical destinations to escape the winter blues in partnership with Air Transat. But in the meantime, if you need a little break from the blistering cold, I am sharing a tropical inspired recipe that will have you smiling before the day is done.  Continue reading “The easiest Pineapple Upside-Down Cake”

The easiest way to win 2018 NBA All-Star game tickets

I am happy to share that I’ve started 2017 with a renewed sense of balance. Yes, I am working towards a healthier me inside and out. But I am not restricting myself from indulging in the finer things in life either. You’ll remember that last year we shared our #KFCisForChicken experience from farm-to-table (literally!) and since that point, I feel better knowing that KFC Canada chicken served in their local restaurants is real, Canadian, farm-raised chicken. With a new year comes new and exciting things from KFC. This month we are joining you all in hopes that using the new KFC All-Stars app we might just win a chance to go to the 2018 NBA All-Star game! Continue reading “The easiest way to win 2018 NBA All-Star game tickets”