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…
Food & Drink
It’s Prime Strawberry Season in Oakville/Burlington
One morning over breakfast, my toddler asked for โstar-berries.โ She described them as, โDa red ones with da dots.โ Strawberries! She wanted strawberries on…
Local Caribbean Food // Oakville + Burlington
Caribbean cuisine is hot, hot, hot โ not only in spice but also in appeal. Itโs 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 โ rather uninspired,…
ย Calling all foodies! Taste of Oakville to return in 2024ย
Oakvilleโs favourite food festival, Taste of Oakville, will return in 2024 from February 15th to March 10th.ย 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…
TASTY TACOS: The Best Tacos in Oakville and Burlington
Thereโs a reason tacos are so popular; theyโre easy to make, versatile, delicious and fun to eat. Originating in Mexico, tacos are a staple…
Apples, Pumpkins, and Spice, Oh My!
Apples and pumpkins symbolize autumn in Ontario as much as snow defines winter. Whether youโre a long-time resident or a newcomer to the area,…