creatively inspired
This spectacular Crispy Maple Lentil Creme Brulee is inexpensive and easy to make featuring local Canadian ingredients. It is that time of year again, the annual Canadian Lentil contest! I use lentils year-round so am always excited about this contest! I also look forward to it as it pushes me to think outside of the…
This cannabis infused honey is easy to make with a few simple ingredients and tools everyone has in the kitchen. Health Benefits of Honey Honey contains antioxidants and also has antibacterial and anti-inflammatory properties. Research has shown that the topical application of honey on minor wounds may speed healing. Studies have shown that honey may…
Buttery pastry gives way to sweet, just so slightly runny brown sugar filling full of tender raisins in this Canadian classic Butter Tart. I use premade tart shells when I am making butter tarts. I do have a beautiful pie crust recipe, you can check it out here, but it is a lot of work…
Sugar Plums is a multi-award-winning gingerbread house from the Grande Prairie Festival of Trees 2010 build by Redawna Kalynchuk of Nutmeg Disrupted. As always, I was excited to get started on my gingerbread project for the season. I decided to go with nice bright colors, the house, somewhat traditional with a fun flare.This was my…
Lake Fever was a Festival of Trees Barrhead 2013 built and designed by award winning gingerbread builder Redawna Kalynchuk. I made a huge move at the end of summer. I landed a fabulous job in a new town and embraced the adventure. But no matter where my life takes me there are two constants. Gingerbread…