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One of my passions is making Sourdough bread(s); my husband says that during the winter months our house stays nice and cozy because our oven seems to be always set at 450 degrees Fahrenheit. Well, I can’t help myself. How can something with so few ingredients be so good and still provide almost endless possibilities.... Continue Reading →
This past summer, one of our cottage projects was building a deck skirt - it required planning and DIY execution resulting in a very successful outcome. Our summer cottage has a large raised deck overlooking the lake. It's a lovely place to sit and watch the waves or gaze at the moon and stars at... Continue Reading →
Wishing you a happy Thanksgiving and joyful autumn! We’re thrilled to be back home in Southern Ontario after a summer filled with lake life and outdoor adventures. Over the past few days, we’ve been sprucing up the garden and getting ready to celebrate Thanksgiving. Nothing says Thanksgiving like posting our latest pictures of those silly... Continue Reading →
I hope you have had a lovely summer. I confess, I've been a little absent from the blogging world. We are still enjoying our cottage in the near north - some beautiful weather has kept us here a little bit longer. As the season shifts, I’ve found myself reflecting on the little joys that summer... Continue Reading →
With cooler weather arriving in August and September the yellow perennial flowers seem to be taking centre stage in my gardens.
I just love braised short ribs. Easy to prepare, rich in flavour and versatile when served with comforting side dishes.
We are enjoying cottage life in northern Ontario and recently caught a large Northern Pike. A recipe for smoked fish.
A recipe for easy to make fish baked or BBQ'd in foil packets, inspired by my childhood summer jobs in Northern Ontario fishing lodges
Experiments in growing Lavender in Northern and Southern Ontario gardens and efforts to find hardy varieties. Thoughts about planting, soil preparation, and maintenance.
Our cottage was previously a Man-Camp, with a forest in disarray. Clearing it involved chopping down 100-foot pines and dealing with massive wood and brush piles.
This easy and delicious fish stew, perfect for a stormy day, can be made with readily available ingredients. It's a hearty dish with haddock, shrimp, and clams.. Ready in 30 minutes, it's a comforting choice for a cozy meal with loved ones.
Make a delicious Rhubarb Cordial. Infuse fresh rhubarb, sugar, and vodka in a glass jar.
My husband loves cottage life. It's funny that his childhood cottage memories are so similar to mine.
Cinnamon Raisin bread has always been one of our family favorites but if you want to take this tasty treat to another level try this “Sourdough” version.
Braised Lamb Shanks in Red Wine are just so darned good.