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Live and Learn
Kids aren’t the only ones heading for class. There are plenty of opportunities for mom and dad to learn a thing or two.
Check Out Chinatown
Looking to explore some of Ottawa’s unique neighbourhoods? Then make sure to visit Somerset Street West, aka Chinatown.
‘Om’ Believable
Yoga is an excellent way to learn valuable techniques to help counter stress and relax while developing a positive body image and outlook on life.
Turkey, Apple and Cheddar Hand Pies
These portable mini pies are a breeze to make with shredded, cooked turkey (great for leftovers), tart apples and a bite of cheddar. Perfect for a lunch pack or a healthy on-the-go option when rushing to a weeknight game.
Turkey, Green Bean, Corn and Tomato Salad
Fresh Ontario corn and onions are brushed with olive oil then grilled alongside two Ontario turkey breast filets. Tossed together with crunchy green beans, cherry tomatoes and fragrant cilantro, it’s a satisfying summer meal perfect for dining al fresco.
Grilled Turkey Tacos
A classic Mexican spice mix—cumin, oregano and chili based paste—coats the turkey before it goes on the grill. Topped with a crunchy, tangy slaw these tacos taste like the kind you’d find in an authentic taqueria.
Almond Crusted Turkey
Moist Ontario turkey breasts are coated with a golden almond crust for an elegant weeknight dinner.
4 Turkey Recipes
Kids will gobble up these delicious and healthy turkey recipes.
Frozen Cookie Dough Balls
Some people go shopping to prepare for the upcoming school year, but I like to stock my freezer with frozen…
SavvyMom Goes Back to School
Back to School is in full swing and there is much to read, do, buy, hem and organize. We’ve pulled…
Seeing Clearly
Haircut, dentist and doctor’s visit, check. Shoes, backpack, lunch bag and coloured pencils, double check. Did you forget one more…
The Fourth and Final in a Series of Fujifilm Blogs: Minnow’s Summer Weekends
We’ve had two exciting summer weekends recently and fortunately we were able to document them with our new Fujifilm S2950…
Homemade Tomato Sauce and Five Ways to Use It in Your Cooking
Tomato season is finally upon us, and the markets and stores are stocking their spaces with this hot commodity. While…
Summer’s Best
Find out how to get the most out of what’s left of summer
When Toddlers Ask about Sex
‘Mom, how did that baby get in your tummy?’ Suddenly, you stumble and begin to stutter—the stork seems like a…
Savvy or Not So Savvy: Paranoid Parents, Extreme Discipline and Suing Mom and Dad
Last week was all about kids growing up too fast. This week we’re talking about parent–anoia and over-the-top discipline tactics.…
Top 25 Family Movies
Hunker down for an evening of entertainment (and popcorn) with one of our 25 favourite films for the whole family.
Don’t Freak, There’s One More Week
Our 20 Back to School Essential Items will get them psyched about returning to their old routine.
Wakey Wakey
Baxter wakes up. It begins with a shuffling of the head (which we’re convinced is responsible for his unfortunate hairstyle—a…
Collapsible Vase
We can always make room for some fresh flowers in the house but it’s harder to make room for vases to display them in, until we discovered this week’s Pick.