Today we’re making adorable Rudolph candy bars—perfect as party treats or cake and cupcake toppers. This wasn’t the tutorial I originally planned; a little experiment went sideways. After a few ideas and a very messy kitchen, we settled on the simplest solution: attaching mini candy bars to lollipop sticks. Sometimes the cutest results are the … Read more

I love this Quick Chicken, Vegetable and Noodle Stir Fry because it’s fast, simple and full of flavor. With minimal prep and a few ready-to-use ingredients, this meal comes together in about 10 minutes—perfect for busy weeknights. The recipe uses a crunchy salad mix (cabbage, carrot, celery and spring onion) and quick-cook long life noodles, … Read more

These Honey and Sea Salt Roast Nuts make a delightful gift for anyone who loves the sweet-and-salty combo. These Honey and Sea Salt Roast Nuts are incredibly moreish — once you start, it’s hard to stop. The contrast of sticky honey and crunchy, salty nuts creates a perfect balance of flavours that works for snacks, … Read more

These tender, fall-off-the-bone short ribs are slow-braised in a rich, savory sauce. Elegant yet straightforward, this recipe uses simple ingredients and yields deeply flavored meat perfect for a special dinner or cozy family meal. Why we love beef short ribs Impressive presentation: Bone-in short ribs look stunning on the plate, and the tender meat clinging … Read more

I’ve been baking hot cross buns for Easter for nearly 30 years, but this year I wanted something different. While researching traditional Easter breads I discovered babka. It sounded perfect, so I looked for a genuine recipe — and quickly found there isn’t a single “true” version. Easter Babka Bread What Is Babka? Babka is … Read more

These savory palmiers are a quick, crowd-pleasing appetizer ideal for last-minute guests. Puff pastry sheets are spread with a creamy Dijon-mayo, layered with crumbled maple bacon and spicy cheddar, then baked until golden and brushed with maple syrup for a sweet-savory finish. These savory palmiers are made with store-bought puff pastry for convenience, which makes … Read more

Juicy, perfectly seared lamb chops topped with a bright, herb-forward mint pesto. The pesto cuts through the richness, making this dish simple, elegant, and suitable for special occasions or weeknight dinners. Lamb is a classic choice for holidays like Easter, but I love cooking it year-round. This recipe is inspired by family tradition—my uncle and … Read more

This easy recipe for Lotus Biscoff Brownies delivers fudgy chocolate brownies layered with smooth cookie butter and finished with chopped Lotus Biscoff cookies — a truly indulgent dessert any time of year. Lotus Biscoff biscuits (commonly called Biscoff cookies) have long been a favorite in the UK and have become increasingly popular across North America. … Read more

Our cupcake contributor, Lauren of Crave. Indulge. Satisfy, brings festive cupcake cheer — enjoy! Happy December! The house is feeling very holiday-like: the tree is decorated, Christmas music is playing, and my baking list is growing by the day. To kick off the season I combined a favorite cold-weather treat, hot chocolate, with classic peppermint … Read more

Have you cooked with kabocha before? Think of it as a richer, more flavorful cousin to pumpkin. This naturally sweet, nutty kabocha squash purée can substitute for canned pumpkin in any autumn recipe. Below is an easy method to roast a whole kabocha in the oven and turn it into smooth purée you can use … Read more