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Where to Go Berry Picking in Ottawa and Area
Are you ready for berry picking in Ottawa? Whether eat your berries right after you’ve picked and washed them, or make jams and pies, there are lots of reasons why u-pick is a favourite.
Asparagus and Quinoa Salad with Feta and Lemon
The high ratio of asparagus to everything else is intentional and makes the fresh produce the star of the show. Feel free to swap in a different grain if quinoa salad isn’t your thing.
25 Places in Canada Every Family Should Visit: A Book Review
If there’s one thing I consider myself to be, it’s a proud Canadian. And I want my kids to see this beautiful country. But I want someone else to do all the work for me.
Colourful Crudites
Not only are these crudites colourful and fun, serving vegetables in this way encourages kids (and adults!) to actually eat their vegetables!
What to Do with All the Kids’ Art
It’s that time of year when our kids come home every day after school with a backpack full of crafts and artwork. Here’s what to do with all the kids’ art.
Easy S’mores Fudge
With only 7 ingredients, most kids can make this easy s’mores fudge recipe themselves, with a little help from a supervising parent. A perfect edible gift!
June & The End of the School Year: What Fresh Hell is This?
Ah, June. When your kids’ school seems to think it would be charming to put a fun fair and a movie night during the same week as all their recitals, concerts and art shows.
Summer Fresh Orzo
Served warm or as a pasta salad, our Summer Fresh Orzo recipe is a favourite of young and old…
The Savvy Guide to Father’s Day
Our Savvy Guide to Father’s Day is chock full of ideas for gifts, activities, and food to celebrate the special man or men in your lives.
Easy Grilled Steak Sliders
These simple steak sliders can be prepared easily and in advance. They’re rising to the top of my to-cook list for Father’s Day.
It’s Just a House… Selling and Leaving My Marital Home
It’s just a house. It became the home of my dreams. The life I always wanted and never dared to wish for. But you can’t heal in the place that broke you.
Family Events and Things to Do in Vancouver in June
It’s June and summer break from school is just around the corner. There’s heaps to see, do, and enjoy over the coming weeks in Vancouver in June. Let’s go!
Worried About Too Much Gaming? Here’s What You Should Know
How much gaming is too much gaming? Here are some strategies you might want to implement if you are concerned…
Self Care Is Stupid… Until It Isn’t
I used to think self care is stupid. I still kind of do, if it’s the just take a bubble bath kind of self care. For my overall health and wellness I need to get over myself.
5 Kitchen Hacks That Will Improve Your Food Prep Life
Got hard brown sugar? Green bananas? Don’t sweat it! Here are a few of our favourite kitchen hacks that will help make cooking a little easier.
Fun Things to Do on a Rainy Day in Vancouver
Check out this list of ways to spend a rainy day in Vancouver that are sure to leave everyone (well, almost everyone) singin’ in the rain.
The Best Ways to Spend a Rainy Day in Calgary
These indoor attractions are great ways to spend a rainy day in Calgary and will definitely be the rainbow at the end of any gloomy day!
Best Ways to Spend a Rainy Day in Ottawa
Don’t let a dreary day prevent you from enjoying the city. There are many fun things to do on a rainy day in Ottawa so get out there!
Toronto: Fun Things to Do on a Rainy Day in Toronto
We’ve come up with over a dozen ways to keep your family busy and have fun on a rainy day in Toronto — without the use of screens.
Meal Planning 101
Wondering what to make for dinner EVERY. NIGHT? You need these tips on how to start meal planning for your family, and how to do it effectively.