Food & Wine | “Nice knife skills, Chef”

That’s my Dad. I am currently (and dangerously) cutting an apple into quarters: apple-half standing up instead of lying flat on the cutting board, fingers sprawled out instead of curved under.

He’s right; of course, my knife skills are horrendous. You can’t cut anything properly while asking it to defy gravity like that. I am tempting fate to cut off a digit or two.

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Food & Wine | #NespressoGastronomy

I’ve said it before, and I’ll say it again. I love coffee. A little while ago we had the opportunity to celebrate this love alongside Nespresso for the intimate #NespressoGastronomy soirée. Gathered together in the Nespresso Boutique Bar in Toronto (which btw is stunning and a must see), we had the pleasure of joining Chef Cory Vitiello for a culinary experience. Come and see how you can create #NespressoGastronomy at home for you and your loved ones.

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Health & Nutrition | ProactivCHIA | The New Triple Threat Superfood

Well, we’ve talked about Chia Seeds before, but here’s a quick review for ya.  It’s a seed in the mint family that is considered a superfood and provides boatloads of sustainable energy.  First cultivated by the Aztecs, the name “chia” comes from the mayan word for “strength”.  And trust me, with the amount of nutrients packed in these little babies, they surely live up to their name. Continue reading “Health & Nutrition | ProactivCHIA | The New Triple Threat Superfood”

Events | Follow the flavours of the #YouAreWelcome Food Truck during the the Pan Am Games!

It’s official and the 2015 Pan Am Games have begun in the city of Toronto. Julio & I actually had the chance to attend the opening ceremonies and watched it all begin. Such an incredible experience and one I will always remember! Alongside the festivities and athletic achievements that will be taking place over the next few weeks, we recently told you about The Mississaugas of the New Credit First Nation and their official role as the host First Nations of the games. With the #YouAreWelcome Food Truck, there are so many delicious reasons to find the truck around the city! Continue reading “Events | Follow the flavours of the #YouAreWelcome Food Truck during the the Pan Am Games!”