Naming the best restaurants in Montreal – in fact in any city – is a very personal matter, so recommendations can be biased. So what’s your best bet if you want an objective opinion?  >> more

If you’re new to Calgary, or you just haven’t had a chance to get out of the house, a wonderful world of fabulous dining awaits you. The city is full of great places to eat, and here are a few of the best restaurants in Calgary.  >> more

This cool water period allows the shell to separate from the egg white and makes a perfect hard boiled egg every time. Finally, you are ready to eat! You can create all the wonderful summertime dishes that you are craving and you will have flawless, unshelled to perfection eggs every time.  >> more

While most people will opt for cranberry sauce straight out of the can, others want to get a little exotic and serve homemade cranberry jelly. Although most people are unfamiliar with recipes to make it from scratch, it’s actually pretty easy. You’ll need whole cranberries and a blender or juicer.  >> more

With a variety of stuffing recipes to choose from, you are certain to find an idea or two to incorporate into your own personalized stuffing recipe. Here are some ideas and recipes that are well worth trying.  >> more

Some people believe that making gravy is quite difficult; however, it’s actually almost effortless and even fun. The process is not time-consuming, expensive and fraught with potential mistakes that can lead to a kitchen disaster.  >> more

The first step to creating a great Christmas dinner is to decide what will be the main entrée. Turkey, ham and beef roast are three traditional choices. If you’re planning on using a non-traditional choice such as duck, wild game meat or a tofu turkey, make sure that you have at least one traditional entrée choice for your guests.  >> more

Does eating healthy have to be a chore? No way! Nor does it have to be boring and lack flavorful. In fact, once the palate becomes accustomed to less salt and fat in the diet, the variety of natural flavors in whole foods becomes addicting.  >> more 

Most people think of sugar only as a sweetener.  However, when sugar is used in baking, sugar becomes more complex because it also adds volume, tenderness, texture, color, and acts as a preservative. >> more

To avoid constantly having to replace the frequently used pieces that have become unserviceable, you might want to consider buying cookware as a long-term investment and purchase the best you can afford.  >> more