Gourds 101: Craft Supplies or Delicious Vegetables?
Hard and ugly, curious and inedible, gourds are among the most confusing fall vegetables. According to the Canadian Gourd Society (CGS), people are passionate…
Food & Drink
Veggie Showdown: How To Enlighten Picky Eaters
You plan a perfectly portioned meal, offering a rainbow of foods to nourish your growing child, yet when they sit at the table it’s…
EXOTIC FARE: Up your picnic game with inspiration from other cultures in Halton & Hamilton
When it comes to picnics and barbecues, Southern Ontarians have a longstanding love affair with classics like potato salad and hot dogs. Our neighbours…
It’s Prime Strawberry Season in Oakville/Burlington
One morning over breakfast, my toddler asked for “star-berries.” She described them as, “Da red ones with da dots.” Strawberries! She wanted strawberries on…
Local Caribbean Food // Oakville + Burlington
Caribbean cuisine is hot, hot, hot — not only in spice but also in appeal. It’s a fusion of flavours and cultures, reflecting the…
Sober-curious? Tips for alcohol-free living
When I announced my intention to quit drinking alcohol in 2018, reactions from friends and family ranged from disbelief to disappointment. Sure, I drank…
VEGGIE VIBES: A Local Guide to Boosting Your Plant-Based Eating
In a world that’s increasingly aware of the impact of our dietary choices on the planet, society and health, the trend toward plant-based eating…
THE ART OF CRAFTING THE PERFECT CUP OF COFFEE
Faced with so many tantalizing options on a coffee shop menu, my usual order is a basic drip coffee with milk — rather uninspired,…
Calling all foodies! Taste of Oakville to return in 2024
Oakville’s favourite food festival, Taste of Oakville, will return in 2024 from February 15th to March 10th. Over thirty restaurants from across town will…
CROCKPOTS: Making Dinners Easy and Delicious for Busy Families
Busy fall schedules can make for frantic dinner making, or worse, takeout, which can hurt both your budget and waistline. While new kitchen innovations…