A Guide to the Canadian Tulip Festival in Ottawa

Ottawa’s Tulip Festival is one of my favourite times of the year. If you’re planning to check out the Canadian Tulip Festival, here’s everything you need to know (from someone who has been attending annually since she was just a teeny tiny tot!). These are just my top tips, but you can find more detailed… Continue reading A Guide to the Canadian Tulip Festival in Ottawa

A Proper Biscoff Cheesecake

There’s currently a viral recipe floating around the internet for something called a “healthy Japanese Biscoff cheesecake.” If you’ve seen it, you know what I mean… and if you haven’t – good for you!! It is literally just yogurt with Biscoff cookies shoved into it, chilled until set, and labeled a cheesecake. Which is totally… Continue reading A Proper Biscoff Cheesecake

High Protein Snack Ideas

If you’re looking for high-protein snacks to add to your lunch box, you want options that are satisfying, portable, and easy to prepare. Whether you need something sweet, savoury, or a bit of both, this list has you covered! Why High-Protein Snacks? Protein helps keep you full, supports muscle recovery, and provides lasting energy throughout… Continue reading High Protein Snack Ideas

Bacon-Wrapped Dates with Boursin & Honey Rosemary Glaze

A couple of weeks ago, I went to a friend’s 30th birthday party and someone brought a tray of bacon-wrapped dates. I grabbed one, took a bite, and had that immediate “oh no… these are dangerous” moment. I spent the rest of the night working my conversations around how to get back to be closer… Continue reading Bacon-Wrapped Dates with Boursin & Honey Rosemary Glaze

Hazelnut Chocolate Butter Cookies

I’ve been on a huge chocolate hazelnut kick lately (for my whole life really…), and these little choc butter cookies might just be my fav cookie I’ve made this year. They’re based on my classic chocolate thumbprint cookie recipe, that I’ve transformed many times over – chocolate peppermint thumbprint cookies, Halloween cookies, and holiday chocolate… Continue reading Hazelnut Chocolate Butter Cookies

2025 Gift Guide: My Top Picks for Athletes and Foodies (Over 40 Ideas!)

If you’re looking for fun, useful, and actually good gifts this year, this list is for you. I pulled together my favourite baking tools, foodie finds, running and triathlon gear, and outdoorsy essentials. This is basically a list of all of the things I personally use, love, or would be thrilled to unwrap. They’re grouped… Continue reading 2025 Gift Guide: My Top Picks for Athletes and Foodies (Over 40 Ideas!)

Brie, Fig, and Caramelized Onion Puff Pastries

This recipe looks fancy but could not be easier to make. The trick is using fancy ingredients that everyone loves, and piling them onto perfectly golden puff pastry. They’re so great for hosting because they feel elegant and impressive but require almost no planning or prep! And no one can resist buttery pastry, warm brie,… Continue reading Brie, Fig, and Caramelized Onion Puff Pastries

Espresso Martini Mini Cakes

These little cakes look exactly like espresso martinis, but are actually just soft, rich, chocolate cakes with a coffee soak and a subtle cocoa buttercream. The cocoa dusting and coffee bean decor really seals the deal! They may look fancy, but making them is pretty simple. The batter comes together quickly, and gets baked in… Continue reading Espresso Martini Mini Cakes

Everything You Need to Know About Ironman Ottawa

As a proud Ottawa native and Ironman, I could not be more excited that Ottawa got its own Ironman! This city is an incredible place to train and race, so I’ve put together a guide to help you get the most out of your experience—whether you’re racing, spectating, or just visiting. Be sure to check… Continue reading Everything You Need to Know About Ironman Ottawa