…when you toss aside the centerpieces and signature cocktails, you see the true heart of hosting. When we welcome people warmly and graciously into our homes, I believe we’re communicating a few important things: that their presence is worth a little extra effort on our parts. That we want them to feel comfortable and enjoy themselves. In short, that we value them.
Gifts from the Heart—and Your Kitchen
Dr. Seuss raises the question, “What if Christmas doesn’t come from a store?” What to do if you want to steer clear of the commercial aspect of Christmas but want to give a wee personal gift? Sandra has some ideas.
Encounter with a Hummingbird
During rainy season on the island of Roatan, Genny Ross-Barons finds a hummingbird with a crippled foot floundering in a puddle. She rescues this amazing little bird and finds that big affirmations come in small packages.
France’s Freshest Wine – Beaujolais Nouveau
In France, huge festivities accompany the launch of the freshest wine in the world — Beaujolais Nouveau — complete with a race to be the first to get this wine to Paris.
Tis the Season to Be Frazzled, Fa La La La La
It’s the holiday season again. For some, it is the happiest time of the year, but for others it’s a time of stress. No matter what category you fall into, I’d like to suggest that you start a new tradition this year, and that is to follow your heart and only do those things that bring you joy.
Buggy Over Bugs – Cooking With Insects
Imagine sitting down to a meal of sautéed mealy bugs in garlic and butter, chomping
down on crispy tarantulas then having Jell-O bug blox and crispy cricket cookies for
desert. Sandra Phinney will introduce you to Doug Stongman for some food items you won’t forget.
Does Our Education System Put the “Brain in a Cage”?
In an inspiring video lecture on TED.com called “The Power of Mindsight”, Dr. Daniel J. Siegel, author of the book Mindsight, explains his brilliant vision for completely revamping the way we educate our youth. His solution: “Inspire to rewire.”
Francophones in the Yukon. Who Knew?
A former Montrealer discovers a vibrant francophone community in Whitehorse, Yukon. Who knew?
A Cup of Coffee
For Hippy Urban Girl, a simple cup of coffee is no simple thing, but it’s satisfying all the same.
The Elimination Round – Wrestling with Food Allergies
Andrea reflects on the challenges associated with discovering a host of food intolerances in her mid-twenties and discovers having food restrictions doesn’t necessarily mean suffering from dietary deprivation.
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