Food

by Joan Saunders | photos by Amanda Cribdon Photography -  Every time I make crêpes, I think: "Why don't I make these more often?" They're easy, they're impressive, they can be packed with sweet or savoury yumminess, and they can be made ahead of time. What's not to love? To top it all off, guests …

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by Courtney Thomas, Quince Café | photo by Janis Jean Photography -  January: a month for easing into a new year following the hustle of the holiday season. It’s a time for seeking out moments of comfort, making meals that nourish our bodies and finding clever ways to stretch our dollars. While perhaps for many …

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by Joan Saunders | photos by Amanda Cribdon Photography -  I find that January is a time to pull back a bit from the excesses of the holiday season, hibernate a little and enjoy some hearty, healthy and heart-warming winter meals. Of course, there's always the pesky question of resolutions, but I consistently and irritatingly …

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by Joan Saunders | photos by Amanda Cribdon Photography -  Certain scents pull me back to a specific time or place. When I smell cedar shavings, I am reminded immediately of my grandfather's workshop. Lilac recalls a friend's garden and cinnamon, ginger and sweet caramel always make me think of baking with my family over …

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