Ginger Beef

ginger beef

This Ginger Beef is exactly what you expect when you want to enjoy the classic dish you have come to love.  Sweet, crispy, saucy, it is sure to become a family favourite. I have always enjoyed Ginger Beef and wanted to create the dish at home. There are all sorts of sauces you can buy…

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How To Grow Red Cabbage

a head of red cabbage in the garden

Red cabbage is a cool weather crop that can be planted early in the season. Though it resembles purple more than red look for seeds labeled as red cabbage. Ph Plays a Role The colour of the plant can in part be determined by the ph level in the soil. In soil that is more…

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How To Grow Mint

mint based drinks

Mint is an easy to grow hardy perennial that comes in many different flavours. The aroma is unmistakable and is a beautiful addition to any garden.  Varieties of Mint There are many varieties of mint that you can grow. The most common trait of mint is the square shaped stems. Many types have segregated leaves…

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Cabbage Roll Soup

simmering pot

This Cabbage Soup is a spectacular dish that is easy to make and sure to become a family favourite. The flavor is reminiscent of Cabbage Rolls – Holubtsi, though I often do not add rice to this soup to keep it on the healthier side. Feel free to add rice if you are looking for…

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Not A Creature Was Stirring Festival of Trees Edmonton 2019

Not A Creature Was Stirring Gingerbread House at the Festival of Trees Edmonton 2019

Not a Creature Was Stirring was my second gingerbread build for the Festival of Trees in Edmonton. The Festival of Trees is celebrating their 35th year this year and I am grateful to be able to be a part of it. The passion put into these festivals to kick off the Christmas season is evident…

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