All right, all right… I get it. This may sound crazy, but boxed cake mix is one of the best things to have in your kitchen. Like many other bakers, I used to believe that cake mix pales in comparison to cakes made from scratch. When done right, this is simply not true. Boxed cake…
The weather this past week has been dreadful, leaving most of us holed up in our homes. While we may not be able to go out with friends or play sports outside (or go outside at all…), we can still learn a few new recipes. I posted a mochi brownie recipe a couple of months…
Do you ever feel like baking? Let me describe the perfect scenario when baking. You decide to bake, but you are not sure what to bake. You are craving something sweet, but not too sweet, and something that has a wow factor. As you look for an easy recipe, you stumble across a simple cookie…
Growing up, we have all heard the phrase “breakfast is the most important meal of the day.” However, throughout the years, I have found that this statement could not be more true. Whether you have a big test or a relaxing day ahead of you, breakfast is a truly important part of any day. So…
Crunch! As your friend chews on the slightly burnt part of her bread, she slowly yanks the smooth cheese. She eats her bread so seamlessly. Meanwhile, you have yet to finish the same salad that you pack for school almost every day. But change is always fun, and maybe it’s time that you treat your…
This creamy mushroom pasta dish is one of the first pastas I ever made and it has quickly become my family’s (especially my brother’s) favourite. It only takes around 20 minutes and is sure to satisfy all your cravings! Ingredients (for 4 servings): 1.25 cups of dried short pasta (any shape will work) Half a…
Now that everyone is stuck at home, many of us are slowly realizing that we do not know our kitchens too well. That’s why I have created a tasty meal that even an ten-year-old could make, and it is not too labor-intensive either—baked potato with tomato soup. From start to finish, it takes about 1.5–2…
I’d probably get some serious side eye from Starbucks patrons for saying this around this time of year, but I am not a fan of pumpkin spice. As a matter of fact, the hype surrounding the excessively popular fall flavour really bugs me, not only because it’s a fad that I find more than a…
It’s back: A plethora of new midway eats have flooded the Stampede Grounds for The Greatest Outdoor Show On Earth. Whether you’re into sweet, savoury, deep fried, food on a stick or downright weird, you can find something to satisfy your cravings. As for myself, old habits die hard and I just HAD to try…
As an avid lover of all things science, as well as being a frequent traveller, one of SciShow’s latest videos caught my attention. Pretty much everyone who’s ever flown on an airplane knows that the food that is served isn’t always the most, uh, tasty. For years, I brushed it off as simply being cheap…
Calgary has a rich culture of delicious local restaurants and Big Fish (1112 Edmonton Trail NE) is no exception to that. Delicious seafood paired with a casual yet upscale atmosphere and friendly service made for a highly enjoyable experience. My first impression was that the building itself…
No time to cook? Why not use the microwave to quickly make some delicious food? Society has a preconceived idea that microwaved food is bad for your health, however that is not always true. Skip out on packaged microwavable food and use some fresh ingredients. It barely takes any time to microwave, as well as creating far less…
Homemade Apple Jam I had some leftover apples from my most recent attempt at making apple pie, and they were becoming soft. Wondering what purpose I could put them to, I scrounged around a little on the internet, and found a number of uses for old apples. Looking at the ingredients I currently had, I decided…
I don’t know about you, but I’m always super rushed in the mornings. I never have time to eat breakfast, but recently I have been getting up a little bit earlier to eat breakfast and I really see a difference. Breakfast is the most important meal of the day! These super fast and easy recipes…
Breakfast is the most important meal of the day. It has many benefits, such as supplying your body and mind energy for the day. As well, having a healthy and hearty breakfast is part of a better life style, and can help you in dieting, or maintaining a strong body. If you’re like me, then you…