There’s something charming about home-made goodies. The sugary smells fill the house, and the end result is a tasty treat, made from scratch. The difference between home-made desserts and store-bought ones is all in the ingredients. Even high-quality bake shops tend to cut corners with cheaper ingredients, substituting butter for shortening or oils, and perhaps […]
I spent my Saturday evening attending the 13th annual Art of Fashion Design Competition and Boutique. Held during Nuit Blanche at the Pantages Hotel in Downtown Toronto, Canada’s top 10 designers showcased their designs for industry insiders, media and the general public. Guests were able to engage with the designers, see the designs up close and personal […]
I’ve been looking for a stuffing alternative for ages. My family has traditionally made sticky rice stuffing for the Thanksgiving and Christmas, but it isn’t something that I normally keep around my pantry (and didn’t want to get just for one or two meals). I also wanted to cut down on the bread intake, so […]
The new iPhone has been announced. The new device, called the iPhone 4S (much to the disappointment of iFans), will be available in several countries, including Canada, the US, Australia, Japan and the UK on October 14 and by the end of the year everywhere else. This operating system, which was discussed at an Apple […]
Thanksgiving is approaching, which usually means holiday parties being hosted and attended. Whether you’re hosting a thanksgiving dinner, or going to friends’ or family’s to celebrate the season, little home-baked appetizers are always appreciated. Today I have the perfect treat to serve at your next gathering. These little pastries are filled with three varieties of […]
E-commerce is back at The Bay! Many of the brands found in the historic Canadian department store can now be bought right from the comfort of your home, office or local coffee shop, just with a click of a mouse. Luxury labels found in The Room, however, are not available. Anyway, I recently picked up […]
I love curry. While it is one of those subjective flavours that people either really love or really hate, I find that a hint of curry is the perfect addition to compliment many types of dishes. This South-Asian spice has travelled across the globe, flavouring dishes in almost every country. While it is known as […]
Summerhill Market, which has been a staple in Rosedale and Summerhill homes since 1954, has opened a second location on Mount Pleasant, north of Eglinton at the former Sherwood Market, which was owned by the uncle of current manager, Brad McMullen. This store, which is smaller than their first location offers what Brad calls “the […]
The key to an amazing meal is simple. Start with good, high quality ingredients, and make sure to include all the elements of a complete dish: a protein, some vegetables, a starch (such as pasta, potatoes, rice, etc.), and a sauce. To the average person, this may seem like an obscure equation for creating the […]
Screen handle: Kate (aka: Petite Adventures) Twitter: @PetiteAdventure Website: petite-adventures.blogspot.com Where are you based? Ottawa, ON Why did you start your site? After moving to Ottawa in the middle of winter, I was looking for a creative outlet. I love fashion and fashion blogs, and I love to write, so I thought “why not”. I […]
