Summer is my favourite time of year: not only is it a welcome change from a long cold winter but is the time when gardeners can see the efforts from their Spring plantings. The coronavirus lockdown has inspired a surge in gardening not seen since the second world war so many of … [Read more...] about When your Garden is Flush with Strawberries
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Forget Bread Making, It’s Time to Make Ice Cream
As the 2020 Covid-19 Pandemic is now entering its 4th month many of us are so over the initial excitement of making our own bread. Besides, as we enter Summer, we want to be outside to enjoy grilling again. While it seems that many are now trying their hand at smoking to add a … [Read more...] about Forget Bread Making, It’s Time to Make Ice Cream
For the Love of Rhubarb
Rhubarb is one of my favourite vegetables. It is the first to harvest in the Spring and keeps on giving all summer long. It is also easy to grow and thanks to its huge popularity for over a hundred years, there are plenty of ways to enjoy it. While rhubarb had enjoyed … [Read more...] about For the Love of Rhubarb
Canadians Ease into Summer with Victoria Day Holiday
Traditionally this is the weekend that most Canadians look forward to: Victoria Day, celebrating the birthday of Queen Victoria, our first sovereign queen. She was born on May 24, 1819. She reigned for 63 years. May 24th marks her official birthday, but the holiday falls on the … [Read more...] about Canadians Ease into Summer with Victoria Day Holiday
The History of Mothers Day and a Memorable 2020
"Since the day I was born I have loved you so much..." were the opening words I penned on a handmade Mother's Day card back in the 3rd grade. Those were the only words I remember as our teacher was a merciless editor and I think those were the only original words I was allowed … [Read more...] about The History of Mothers Day and a Memorable 2020
