Category Archives: Food

Kale and Pear Salad

Posted on August 19, 2014 by gwynethdraws

I am BEYOND excited to come home and see my family on Saturday. It’s the first time I’ve gone three semesters in a row without a summer break. I had five classes and an internship this term and thought it would be easy, … Continue reading →

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Moroccan Couscous & Charred Chicken

Posted on May 31, 2014 by gwynethdraws

I’m back again with another recipe that was made at our cottage during my break. This is one of the most colourful dinners I have ever made. The pistachios, couscous, pomegranate and cilantro add amazing hits of color. It’s a work … Continue reading →

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Rooibos Tea Ice Cream

Posted on May 7, 2014 by gwynethdraws

Our family swears by Rooibos tea. The caffeine free tea has too many health benefits to count! When combined with loads of sugar and cream, these advantages are essentially lost — but that’s the point of ice cream anyway, right?! Coming … Continue reading →

Posted in Food | Tagged cream, dessert, food, homemade, ice cream, milk, rooibos, tea | 1 Comment

Chocolate Macarons

Posted on March 23, 2014 by gwynethdraws

Okay…I might have said last Sunday that I was going to post a new recipe using chia seeds today…but chocolate macarons are so much better, right?! This photo was taken, believe it or not, two summers ago! I don’t know … Continue reading →

Posted in Food | Tagged baked, baking, chocolate, dessert, DIY, eggs, french, ganache, macarons | 1 Comment

Super Easy Chia Seed Pudding

Posted on March 16, 2014 by gwynethdraws

After a month, I am back. I know it’s been a while, but I have a great recipe to make it up to you: a SUPER easy chia seed pudding. I’m obsessed with cooking shows. I can’t deny it. I … Continue reading →

Posted in Food | Tagged breakfast, chia, Chia Pets, chia seeds, clean, easy, fruit, healthy, overnight, pudding, quick, vegan, vegetarian | 2 Comments

Pumpkin Chocolate Chip Cookies

Posted on December 14, 2013 by gwynethdraws

This post is long overdue! I made these cookies…hmm…around Thanksgiving, I think. I had some leftover pumpkin puree and for some reason felt I HAD to use it up or the world would end. Dramatic, I know, but I am very happy … Continue reading →

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Pumpkin Pull-Apart Bread

Posted on November 7, 2013 by gwynethdraws

“…It was super fun to pull it apart and stuff! I really liked that part!” – Carissa You heard it. Carissa never lies. This recipe takes a pretty long time, but it is worth it! I thought I’d post this … Continue reading →

Posted in Food | Tagged baking, bread, bread flour, cinnamon, dough, nutmeg, pull-apart, pumpkin, pumpkin puree, tea, unsalted butter, yeast | Leave a comment

How to Make the Perfect London Fog

Posted on October 24, 2013 by gwynethdraws

Ever heard of a London Fog latte? If you haven’t, it’s about time you tried one! Being the tea fanatic I am, I have had one too many of these delicious drinks. Back home when I had a free period … Continue reading →

Posted in Food | Tagged coffee, DIY, drink, earl grey, fall, frother, hot, how to, latte, london fog, milk, mug, tea, vanilla | 1 Comment

Grandmom’s Chocolate Cake

Posted on October 8, 2013 by gwynethdraws

Who doesn’t love a good chocolate cake? I am one of those people that, if given the chance, will eat an entire chocolate cake. Don’t judge! It’s just some natural instinct I have…and it especially comes into play when I’m … Continue reading →

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Peach Iced Tea

Posted on August 22, 2013 by gwynethdraws

Summer is almost over. Plus, it’s my last day at the cottage in the valley before I head off to sunny Arizona for school. So, I thought it was necessary to post another summer drink recipe with more local fruit! … Continue reading →