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1
May

Almond Cake

A light cake from our friends at Viking River Cruises. Ingredients 8 T (115 g) unsalted butter, room temperature ¾ C (144 g) sugar 1 C (259 g) almond paste 3 lg eggs ⅓ tsp (1.3 g) baking powder Pinch of salt ¼ tsp (1.3 g) almond extract 1 T (15 g) kirsch or Grand […]

12
Apr

Bunny Cake

  An adorable addition to your holiday meal or a fun cake for a child’s birthday. INGREDIENTS Frosting 3 sticks (12 ounces) unsalted butter, at room temperature 6 cups confectioners’ sugar Pinch fine salt 1 Tbsp vanilla extract 2 – 3 Tbsp milk Bunny 2 baked 9-inch round cake layers (your favourite recipe or a […]

12
Apr

The Pleasures of Pole Walking

  A hobby – almost a lifestyle – that started in Europe is making its way to Canada, and with great results. It’s called pole walking, and if you aren’t a convert yet, you may have noticed folks striding along using poles not unlike ski poles.  What gives? For starters, there’s a great health payoff.  Canadian […]

3
Apr

Ventures by Seabourn

  Ventures by Seabourn are a select series of optional excursions offering exceptional opportunities to enhance and extend the ways you experience destinations. During select cruises, Seabourn takes advantage of the insider knowledge and relationships of their expedition team members to gain access to exclusive sites and experiences. It’s all part of the Ventures by […]

28
Mar

The Iconic Rocky Mountaineer

  Within the unique world of rail travel, Rocky Mountaineer is so much more than just a train. It’s the key to unlocking a hidden world of unparalleled beauty as you carve through otherwise inaccessible terrain in the Canadian Rockies. What better way to celebrate the 150th birthday of our great country? Take some of […]

27
Mar

Mint Chocolate Meringues

  A tasty twist on a classic. These treats can be made kosher for Passover. Ingredients 2 egg whites 1/2 tsp mint extract 2/3 cup sugar 1/4 cup chopped chocolate chips Method Preheat oven to 325-degrees. Place parchment paper on a cookie sheet and set aside. In a medium mixing bowl beat egg whites and […]