Chopped Canada Season 3, Episode 9: Deviled Eggs and Sprinkles?

Yes, the appetizer round called for the following ingredients:  already-prepped deviled eggs, Canadian smoked cheddar, venison sausages and…get ready for it…rainbow cake decorations.  In other words, rainbow sprinkles.  Why are ingredients this season so…odd?  Anyway… Can you SERIOUSLY incorporate this into a non-dessert? So what can you make with this?  Let’s think OUTSIDE of the […]

Mott’s Fruitsations + Veggies: Kids’ Faves Go Office Friendly!

I was recently contacted by a PR company to attend a kid-friendly event promoting Mott’s new Fruitsations + Veggies and Fruitsations Fruit Rockets snacks.  Though they’re geared little ones, adults, too, would enjoy this delicious snack.  The Fruitsations + Veggies come in two flavours – apple sauce and carrots mixed with cherries and other berries […]

Creating Perfect Cupcakes

Cupcakes are always a popular treat. They are delicate, cute, and can be made in almost any flavour that can be imagined.  Although I usually like to keep the cake flavours pretty basic- vanilla or chocolate are best- the frosting is an excellent vehicle for fun flavours and interesting colours. Basic buttercream can be coloured […]

Appetizers for a Casual Gathering: Delicious Mini Pizzas

Mini pizzas are the perfect finger food for any casual gathering. Because of their small size, they are a much cuter and more delicate way to serve pizza, adding a level of sophistication while maintaining a laid-back feel. Most importantly, they are generally liked by children and adults, which make them perfect for a kid’s […]