Someone asked me what machine I used to steam milk at home without using the UHT milk that comes in Tassimo discs. I don’t have a steamer and while my milk isn’t as soft and foamy as you can get when steamed, it is possible to make your own latte without it. Make 1/2 cup […]
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How Hard Is It To Make a Tea Latte Starbucks?
Starbucks and I have a love hate relationship. Since I drink very little coffee and he is a Tim Hortons addict, I don’t go often. I can get tea anywhere and they dumped Tazo for Teavana. Tazo Awake tea rocks and Teavana took over Teaopia and got rid of all of my favourite teas so […]
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For the Love of Baroness Chocolates (Review)
If you know me, you know I love chocolate. But I am fussy about chocolate. Having grown up in England, I am used to creamier chocolate (and actual chocolate, not “candy” too). So I was delighted when chickadvisor chose me as one of 50 lucky Canadians to try all seven of the Baroness Chocolate bars. […]
Tips To Eat Less Without Really Trying
I am terrible for mindless eating. Whether it is boredom eating, comfort eating or just being on the run without healthy options available, I am likely to make a bad eating choice. I thought I would share some of the tips that work for me: One of the best ways to eat less without trying […]
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A Taste of Ireland in Niagara Falls – Doc Magilligan’s Irish Pub
A while back, we discovered this gem in Niagara Falls. Many hotel restaurants can be overpriced and the themed ones a little tacky when it comes to touristy areas, but not Doc Magilligan’s. I found it an amusing name for an Irish pub since there is a prison named Magilligan – part of what made […]
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A Trip Down Tim Hortons Memory Lane
I love Tim Hortons but having moved to Canada as an adult, I don’t have a long term reference for Timmies. Today while shopping in Hamilton, we drove by the original Tim Hortons which they recently turned into a museum and decided to check it out. As a frugalista, I remember a few Tim Hortons […]
Save Time With Reynolds Slow Cooker Liners
I hate washing dishes. Even more, I hate washing pots and pans – including my slow cooker. While that delicious stew or pot roast tastes delicious, I always get burnt-on food at the top edge. When we moved, I gave in to a smaller kitchen because we liked the location, but we did not have […]
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What The Bleep Is Slimming World?
While I envy the results of those on paleo diets and doing the whole30 challenge, I want to make eating healthier budget friendly and make meals both of us can enjoy together – and he will not go for missing out on key foods (key to him at least). Slimming World is well known in […]
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The Farmers’ Market – Shop Local
Despite being a frugalista, I love my local farmers’ market, even if the produce does cost a little more than grocery stores. It is great to support local businesses and the produce is usually fresher and lasts longer. Less spoils so overall, it does not cost that much extra. The Hamilton Farmers’ Market is attached […]