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Every year we host a fair number of events over the holidays. We usually have a Holiday Kick Off Party at the end of November, a Family Party, Boxing Day gathering, sometimes a cookie exchange, Holiday Coffee (Bailey’s Optional), etc. We host more in Nov/Dec than we do all the rest of the months combined…which I …
With 2020 bringing a whole new feel to the holidays, we’ve been chatting about how we can simplify and enjoy the season. One way to simplify things is to take the stress out of the kitchen. Why not put away the time consuming, complicated recipes and stick with nibbles? Creating your own holiday charcuterie board …
The year 2020 has certainly had its moments. We had no idea when we rang the year in, what was going to unfold and what we would have to endure. Most notably a pandemic that is still on-going and has affected so many. There feels like so much uncertainty in the world and all we …
We are so fortunate to live here on the beautiful South Shore of Nova Scotia! Our beaches and trails, our friendly people and supportive communities and an abundance of talented artisans and committed entrepreneurs are just a few of the reasons this area is so unique. During the upcoming holiday season, we can do our …
What an incredibly eclectic collection of events happening on the South Shore this weekend. From painting parties to gala dinners, live music to dinner theatre, walking tours and crafting workshops, you are bound to find something interesting to do. Scroll through and check out what’s happening on the South Shore this weekend. What’s Happening on …
Christmas is in 5 days…how are you doing? Got everything wrapped up, under the tree, sipping on an eggnog latte? I didn’t think so. Do the thoughts of hitting the mall make you feel woozy and faint… or maybe that’s just my husband who gets like that anytime he is near a mall in December? …
When it comes to buying gifts for over the holidays, many struggle with what to get their friends and family. What do they need, what do they like, will they even use it? What if you could give them something special, local and unique? In Japan, haskap berries are described as “the little gift at the …
We are so fortunate to live here on the South Shore of Nova Scotia! Our beautiful beaches and trails, our friendly and supportive communities and an abundance of talented artisans and committed entrepreneurs are just a few of the reasons this area is so unique. During the upcoming holiday season, we can do our part …
For those of you who want to serve a nice hot breakfast on Christmas morning, or even when you are doing holiday entertaining, I will share with you another of our favorite Christmas morning traditions…Oven Puffed Pecan French Toast. It is prepared (except for the topping) the night before….which is pretty important to do because …
“It’s beginning to look a lot like Christmas….everywhere you go…” Are you singing yet…or just sweating and not sleeping? I’m falling somewhere in the middle…a lot of singing but a fair bit of my usual holiday insomnia. But that’s OK…I can sleep in January! 😉 I’m starting to look at the last week or so …