Six Ways to Top Your Morning Oatmeal

 Rolled, steel-cut, or instant - however you like to eat them, oats are an easy, versatile, and nutritious way to kick off your morning. Oatmeal is made from whole oat grains that have been broken down and processed to varying degrees. A serving size, which is typically around half a

Breakfast, snack and dessert, granola treats you can feel good about

 If you and your family love granola bars but are suspicious about the ingredients they contain – namely high-fructose corn syrups, unnecessary additives, preservatives and bad for you hydrogenated oils – you'll be happy to know that making your own is easy. Granola bars make an epic on-the-go breakfast, snack

Flapjack’s Canadian Diner: experiencing the real Canadian tradition!

 Photos by Andre Gagne Canada, as a multicultural country, has several restaurants which represent and reproduce those cultures. But, of course, we can't forget the Canadian culture. That could sound quite obvious, we know, but when you realized that you had tried Asian, Indian, Latin but not Canadian food like I did, there

The Best Restaurants in Ottawa

 A dish by Tomo. Photo by Lakyn Marie Felix Photography.  We all know that Ottawans are attracted to great food, and luckily for us, it seems like great food is drawn to us as well. This city is loaded with fantastic places to grab a snack on the go or

Get Inspired with Lorna Jane Clarkson

 Inspired, by active living advocate Lorna Jane Clarkson, hits shelves this month. It’s a great summer read for ladies looking to learn more about Clarkson’s philosophy and how to live an inspirational, active life. It’s got everything you need to kick start a healthier lifestyle. The book includes personal style

The Royal Treatment with Paradisus

 Punta Cana has become one of the most popular year-round tourist destinations in the Caribbean. Its name refers to the cane palms in the region, and literally means “Tip of the White Cane Palms.” Its climate is constant, the temperature warm and the land absolutely beautiful. Located at the junction

Walk Towards a Cure

 When you were a kid who was your favourite super hero? Batman? Superman? Wonder Woman? No matter who it was, you always admired them for their determination and courage. These qualities are equally demonstrated by the estimated 75, 000 Canadians living with multiple sclerosis (MS), an unpredictable illness that affects

Airborne: Vintage Wings of Canada

 Images courtesy of: Peter Handley, Vintage Wings of Canada At Vintage Wings you will find the Michael Potter Collection—the world’s finest and most significant aircraft of the Second World War. The collection is comprised of 16 aircraft, each telling a unique part of our rich aviation heritage. All of the aircraft

Maple Cinnamon French Toast

 Recipe created by author Kathy Smart, North America’s Gluten Free Expert, courtesy of Udi’s Gluten-Free. Coconut milk gives this Cinnamon French toast with Canadian maple syrup an unexpected twist. Gluten free, and perfect for a cozy breakfast. Serves 1. Ingredients: 2 pieces of Udi’s Whole Grain Bread or Millet and

Take a bite at Café Urban

 One year after the opening of Café Urban at Saint Paul University, the kitchen is busier than ever. Handmade sandwiches, granola and soups are flying onto the trays of hungry students and faculty. Café Urban aims to supply the university and public with locally sourced food for breakfast, lunch and

The Cosmopolitan Hotel Toronto: A Fantastic Escape in the Heart of Toronto

 Toronto is a great city and there is no doubt that it has some fine hotels. The key to a stay in the Big Smoke is location and you definitely want to stay central for easy access to the subway to head to great areas like Bloor West, Danforth or

Holiday Cheer: Two Oceans Mimosa

 Why should the holiday cheer end in the New Year? We say, extend that good spirit and start 2014 off right! For brunch and breakfast lovers, the perfect companion to your eggs benedict, spinach omelet or even steak and eggs is the classic mimosa. So simple and easy to mix,

Top People in the Capital – Sep/Oct 2013 Issue

 This year, it’s all about leadership. Kevin Page brought new credibility to the independence of Parliamentary institutions. Industry Minister James Moore is fighting for everyday consumers. Elizabeth Sanderson kicked down some doors to make a difference. The Hill Times Editor Katie Malloy played a significant role in raising the bar