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28
Nov

Gluten-Free Shortbread Cookies

  A no-fail gluten-free version of a holiday classic. YIELD 18 cookies INGREDIENTS 1 cup butter (softened) 1/4 cup icing sugar 1/4 cup brown sugar 1/2 cup white sugar 1 tsp vanilla extract 1 cup white rice flour 1/2 cup corn starch 1/2 cup tapioca starch METHOD Whip or beat the butter until smooth. Then […]

28
Nov

What to Pack in your Carry-on?

What to pack in your carry-on? You know about keeping the basics with you: your passport, itinerary, the address where you’re staying, additional travel documents, medications, jewelry, electronics and other valuables. But you may not remember all those other important items that will help you be more comfortable, entertain you, and keep you healthier in […]

18
Nov

United Airlines: Polaris Takes Off This December

Reimagining Business Class: United’s Polaris Takes Off This December A “reimagined, sleep-enhancing, departure-to-landing experience for intercontinental travelers.” The airline’s new international business class features include:   A custom-designed, exclusive-to-United seat which  offer direct access to the aisle, 180-degree flat-bed recline and up to 6 foot 6 inches of bed space. Rach passenger’s personal suite will feature a “Do Not Disturb” […]

17
Nov

Business Travel & Device Security: How to Keep Your Data Safe

Top 10 Tips for Business Travel Device Security What Every Business Traveller Needs to Know To Secure Their Laptops, Smart Phones & Tablet Devices When They’re Working Remotely Just about every few days we hear about a business being hacked and millions of files being compromised. Business travel device security and data privacy are key issues to […]

15
Nov

Slow Cooker French Onion Soup

  A fool proof recipe to warm you up this winter. Ingredients  1.75 kg cooking onions, thinly sliced (about 14 cups) 3 tbsp butter, cubed 1/4 tsp salt 4 1/2 tsp all-purpose flour 3 tbsp vermouth, or dry white wine 900-mL carton beef broth 1/3 cup water 1 demi-baguette 1 tbsp butter, at room temperature […]

15
Nov

The Galapagos: Nature Lover’s Paradise

 Long a draw for the nature buff, birder and wildlife enthusiast, the Galapagos Island are a special destination indeed. There are a variety of ways to experience the islands, but we find most Canadians choose the fly/cruise option. You fly from Canada to Quito, the country’s capital for an overnight, and the next day board […]