This Violette Sour recipe came to be trying to make a cocktail using Crème de Violette and egg whites. Turns out it was great! So, I'm sharing it with you all. What does Crème de Violette taste like, you ask? It has a distinctly floral and sweet taste. This cocktail is on the sweeter side, but …
Travel inspired recipes
Have you ever eaten something during your travels that you wish you could make some of the dishes at home? We attempt to replicate some of our favourite dishes, desserts and drinks and share them here. We aren't chefs or bakers so most of these recipes are quick and easy to make.
Pumpkin White Chocolate Muffin Recipe
If you are craving something fall, this pumpkin muffin recipe is for you. I'm not a fan of everything pumpkin, and certainly not a PSL fan. But, I do like a good pumpkin pie or a muffin. If you love pumpkin, real pumpkin not just pumpkin flavor, the good news is that it's really good for you. …
Pecan Pie Recipe
No surprise, Pecan Pie is an American creation. It's origins date back to the late 19th century and now is a staple at Thanksgiving tables. But, it's now popular all year long. It's probably not a coincidence that that pecan harvesting happens between late September and early November. The timing …
Honey Orange Whisky Refresher
This Honey Orange Whisky Refresher is a great summer cocktail. During our visit to the Wayne Gretzky Estates, we had the pleasure of taking a Whisky Cocktail Class. One of the cocktails made during the class was called "The Fuddled Orange 4.5". Since we like to try to recreate cocktails and dishes …
All Butter Pie Crust
If you do a quick internet search for "pie crust recipe" there are literally millions of results. Over the years, I have tried several. And, I have come to the realization that I prefer all butter crusts, especially when making a dessert pie. Below is the only pie crust recipe that you will …