Afternoon Tea at Maze for $20

July 29th, 2010

Enjoy a proper English Tea for Two with a stamp of approval from Britain’s grumpiest chef at New York’s Maze by Gordon Ramsay, in The London NYC.

Maze Tea for Two

Maze Tea for Two

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Frozen Drinks Recipe – Frozen Slush Cocktail

June 22nd, 2010

Frozen drinks are perfect for summer barbecues. Here is a variation on the ever-popular frozen slush cocktail. This one is fruity and fairly sweet and the pineapple juice gives it a nice tropical flavour.

frozen drinks - frozen slush cocktail

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Frozen Slush Recipe

June 22nd, 2010

This cool slush recipe makes a great frozen cocktail. It’s an oldie, but a goodie – popular in the late 80s and early 90s. This frozen slush recipe is nice, because it’s not overly sweet and is made with tea, which gives it a nice, solid base. This recipe serves 12 or so – perfect for a backyard barbecue.

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Canada PRO Bank Payment Just Landed in My Account – What is It?

June 11th, 2010

Who or what is Canada PRO and why are they giving me money?

Many Ontario residents received a mysterious payment in their bank accounts on Thursday, June 10, 2010.  The mystery payment of $100 or $330 is simply labelled Canada PRO. What the heck is it? Read on!

Canada PRO

Canada PRO

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Tea and Lemonade Cooler with Gingerale

May 29th, 2010

Tea and lemonade cooler is a refreshing drink for a hot summer day. It eases stress by taking the guess work out of cooling off… should you drink iced tea? Should you drink lemonade? Hey, drink Tea and Lemon Cooler and don’t worry about it! This drink even has gingerale in it to give it a fizzy kick. Yum!

tea and lemonade

tea and lemonade

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Grapeseed Oil – What is Grapeseed Oil and How to Use It

May 29th, 2010

Grapeseed oil is an excellent alternative to the ubiquitous – and over-used – olive oil. Don’t get me wrong, I love the Mediterranean staple as much as the next girl, but it’s over-used in cooking and cold applications and there are times when grapeseed oil would be a much better choice.

Grapeseed oil

Grapeseed oil

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Chocolate Beer Ice Cream

May 28th, 2010

Did you say Beer Ice Cream? That’s right. This recipe was created by Mexican chef Rick Bayless and the award-winning Mexican Bohemia Beer company to show off a most unusual combination of two of the most desirable things on the planet – beer and ice cream. Give it a try this summer!

Beer Ice Cream with Bohemia Beer

Beer Ice Cream with Bohemia Beer

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What Cars are the Stars Driving?

May 28th, 2010

Though it’s good to see Julia Roberts and Leo DiCaprio getting around in enviro-friendly Prius’… it won’t surprise you to see most stars go for something a little more… highbrow.

what cars are the stars driving

what cars are the stars driving

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Stokely Pumpkin Pie Recipe

May 26th, 2010

This is a slight variation on the wonderful, show-stopping recipe included on the Stokely can. It turns out it’s even more delicious in a graham cracker crust…

pumpkin pie

pumpkin pie

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Hotels Niagara – Country Inn and Suites

May 26th, 2010

If you’re looking for hotels in Niagara Falls, Ontario there are plenty to choose from. Country Inn and Suites is a great, very new family hotel situated just off of Clifton Hill (the fun stuff) and near many Niagara family attractions.

Niagara Hotels  Country Inn and Suites

Niagara Hotels Country Inn and Suites

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