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Maple Syrup Festivals in the GTA
March and early April are all about the sweet stuff. Maple syrup, that is. Quintessentially Canadian, a good maple syrup festival is great fun for the whole family. Start dreaming of maple taffy and flapjacks, because the sap is running!
How (and Why!) I Turned Myself into a Morning Person
I set my alarm for 5:15 am. It buys me almost two peaceful hours before the morning mayhem of breakfast and getting my kids out the door to school begins. Why? I need the peace!
Spanish Tortilla
This is one of those dishes that tastes good morning, noon and night, and makes a filling meal from humble ingredients. You can make this in advance, and store in the fridge, reheating wedges on a baking sheet in the oven.
Orzo Risotto with Pancetta and Peas
This recipe belongs in the repertoire of every home cook, especially one with small children under foot. It hits all…
Hoisin Pork Lettuce Wraps
Quick to prepare and fun to eat, it’s hard not to love a recipe that encourages your tablemates to make…
Chicken, White Bean and Leek Soup
This simple, satisfying soup is the perfect dinner to bridge the gap between late winter and early spring. It’s comforting…
Maple Syrup Festivals in the GTA
Our picks for the best maple festivals and sugar shacks in Toronto and the GTA.
This Dustless, Smudge-Free Chalk Is a Game Changer for Kids (and Grown Ups)
The innovative ‘Butter Stix’ from Jaq Jaq Bird look like chalk, write like a crayon, and blend like a pastel. Plus, they can even be sharpened for clean, precise lines.
9 Awesome Gifts for the Coolest Kid You Know
The next time you think about heading to the same old store to pick up a present, consider these one-of-a-kind options instead. We’ve rounded up some of our favourite gifts from new online boutique Poppy’s Collection.
The Savvy Guide to March
Want to make the most of March? Here’s what to do, get, play, read, and more.
12 Best Cookbooks for Parents of Babies and Toddlers
Whether you’re a seasoned cook or someone new to the kitchen, these 12 cookbooks make preparing healthy, nutritious, and varied meals for your toddler or baby easy.
digiPlaySpace Inspires Creativity with Award-Winning Interactive Exhibition for Kids
This highly anticipated annual interactive playground is designed to inspire creativity and teach kids about the digital world through hands-on (and really fun) exploration.
I Share a Number of Secret Code Words with My Daughter: Why?
I’ve never been told, ‘I hate you,’ and I’ve never heard my tween slam a door. Why? Because the code words we say to each other prevent it. They also keep her safe.
Last Night’s Oscar Screw up Is an Important Lesson on Being a Good Loser
The worst screw up in Academy history presents an excellent teaching moment for parents.
From One Twin Dad to Another: an Open Letter to George Clooney
Twin-dad Kevin has some advice for twin-dad-to-be George Clooney.
Chia Pudding Pots
This semi-sweet treat is a nutritional powerhouse and perfect for portioning out to toddlers in search of a snack.
Calgary’s First Tube Park Opens
The city’s first tube park has opened at WinSport. Families of all ages can now get a spine tingling rush at Acura Tube Park every day of the week.
Birthday Party Magic Poké-Trainer Parties
With BirthdayPartyMagic.ca, we can book a superhero, magician or balloon-animal maker. There are giant games and bouncy castles for rent—but our guess is that kids will be especially excited to hear that BirthdayPartyMagic.ca offers Poké-Training birthday parties.
Are Mid-Life Crisis Babies the Next Big Thing?
The latest trend, when it comes to pregnancy, seems to be women in or near their forties asking their spouses to get a reverse vasectomy. I call this the ‘mid-life crisis baby craving’.
How to Host a Family-Friendly Oscar Party
Sure, your kids may not stay up late enough to watch the entire show come Sunday night, but that doesn’t mean they can’t help to celebrate Hollywood’s biggest day of the year. Our award-worthy menu is full of kid-friendly finger foods and sweet treats that have been given the red-carpet treatment.