Food

by Joan Saunders | photos by Kathryn Alvarez Photography -  It's not always easy figuring out a lovely, little special dessert. Many of my favourite recipes involve creating large, three-layer cakes or baking massive pans of slices and bars. While it's usually fabulous to have some leftovers to share (and no one seems to complain),

by Joan Saunders | photos by Kathryn Alvarez Photography - Some of my favourite meals are the simplest. In January, after the excesses of the holiday season, it's lovely to hunker down at home and enjoy some hearty, heart-warming meals. This is where soup comes in. What I love about a good pot of soup

by Ross Bowles & Tracie Zahavich, Fox and Monocle Café | photo by Janis Jean Photography -  We are in love with squash at Fox and Monocle Café. The versatility of squash is what makes it a favourite fall and winter ingredient – it lends itself to both sweet and savoury dishes. Squash is a

by Laura Waters, "Retiring & Rewiring" Owner of Snowdon House Gourmet and Gifts – watch for pop-up stores photo by Janis Jean Photography Sweet potatoes are a favourite of mine. They are rich in antioxidants, nutritious, high in fibre, rich in beta carotene and considered a healthy carb. This time of the year I think