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I am a red-headed accountant working and living in Edmonton. I have a passion for all things food, both cooking and eating out. I love to travel and explore the world. I also love taking part in all of the different festivals and events going on in and around Edmonton.
Recent Blog Posts
Get Cooking
I’ve been a long time fan of Get Cooking, which is a culinary school in downtown Edmonton, owned by Kathryn Joel. I’ve been to many different events hosted there, from the fresh pasta masterclass I took with my friend Laura, to the ramen pop-up by the folks who would eventually create...
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I’ve been a long time fan of Get Cooking, which is a culinary school in downtown Edmonton, owned by Kathryn Joel. I’ve been to many different events hosted there, from the fresh pasta masterclass I took with my friend Laura, to the ramen pop-up by the folks who would eventually create...
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Oahu’s North Shore
Due to Covid-19, I seem to have a lot of time at home, so it feels like the perfect opportunity to revive the blog. I’ll be sharing some of my favourite recipes and reliving some of the amazing travel moments I’ve experience in the last few years. Let’s start with our amazing tr...
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Due to Covid-19, I seem to have a lot of time at home, so it feels like the perfect opportunity to revive the blog. I’ll be sharing some of my favourite recipes and reliving some of the amazing travel moments I’ve experience in the last few years. Let’s start with our amazing tr...
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Pololu Valley Hike & Sushi Rock
As with most hikes in Hawaii, I would recommend going early in the day to avoid the crowds and the heat. In doing so, that also means you've scheduled yourself perfectly for a delicious, well earned lunch after your hike.
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As with most hikes in Hawaii, I would recommend going early in the day to avoid the crowds and the heat. In doing so, that also means you've scheduled yourself perfectly for a delicious, well earned lunch after your hike.
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Hawaii – The Big Island and Oahu
This past February, Byron and I went on the most magical vacation. It was wonderful for many different reasons: we got to spend time with my family, we celebrated our nephew’s 1st birthday, we had time off from work, we were in freaking Hawaii, we ate so much delicious food and most excitin...
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This past February, Byron and I went on the most magical vacation. It was wonderful for many different reasons: we got to spend time with my family, we celebrated our nephew’s 1st birthday, we had time off from work, we were in freaking Hawaii, we ate so much delicious food and most excitin...
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Spaghetti Carbonara
If this has been your understanding of carbonara, it is my pleasure to tell you that you have been missing out on one of the most delicious and simple dishes created by the Italians.
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If this has been your understanding of carbonara, it is my pleasure to tell you that you have been missing out on one of the most delicious and simple dishes created by the Italians.
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Moo Shu Ice Cream
I firmly believe that there is never a bad time for ice cream. The weather could be scorching hot or bone-chillingly cold, but I’ll always have an appetite for ice cream. The weather in Ottawa this weekend fell on the scorching hot side of the spectrum, so it was the perfect opportunity to ...
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I firmly believe that there is never a bad time for ice cream. The weather could be scorching hot or bone-chillingly cold, but I’ll always have an appetite for ice cream. The weather in Ottawa this weekend fell on the scorching hot side of the spectrum, so it was the perfect opportunity to ...
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Norman Hardie Winery
Not only does the winery produce some of the best wines in Prince Edward County, but it is also hosts a wood-fired pizza oven that produces amazing pizza. I don't know if it was because of the beautiful vineyard setting, or maybe it was because I was with some of my very favourite people, but tha...
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Not only does the winery produce some of the best wines in Prince Edward County, but it is also hosts a wood-fired pizza oven that produces amazing pizza. I don't know if it was because of the beautiful vineyard setting, or maybe it was because I was with some of my very favourite people, but tha...
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Ottawa Food Notes – June 26, 2017
It’s a big week in Ottawa; Canada Day is Saturday and there are going to be all sorts of ways to celebrate. I’m especially excited because I have some family coming to town, including my adorable little nephew. The Black Cat Bistro on Preston Street is closing it’s doors this Fr...
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It’s a big week in Ottawa; Canada Day is Saturday and there are going to be all sorts of ways to celebrate. I’m especially excited because I have some family coming to town, including my adorable little nephew. The Black Cat Bistro on Preston Street is closing it’s doors this Fr...
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Ottawa Food Notes – June 20, 2017
One of my favourite food blogs in Edmonton, Only Here for the Food, has been doing a weekly food round-up for as long as I can remember. When I lived in Edmonton, no matter what I always made time to check out her weekly post as it was such a great resource for all things […]
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One of my favourite food blogs in Edmonton, Only Here for the Food, has been doing a weekly food round-up for as long as I can remember. When I lived in Edmonton, no matter what I always made time to check out her weekly post as it was such a great resource for all things […]
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Homemade Cavatelli with Red Chard and Sausage
This pasta was absolutely delicious and rivalled some of the cavatelli dishes I have tried at Italian restaurants. I really love the unique texture of cavatelli and I think it makes such an excellent vessel for a lot of different, delicious sauces.
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This pasta was absolutely delicious and rivalled some of the cavatelli dishes I have tried at Italian restaurants. I really love the unique texture of cavatelli and I think it makes such an excellent vessel for a lot of different, delicious sauces.
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