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One of my favourite summer pastimes is to enjoy a relaxing breakfast outdoors on a warm morning. Try this Mango, Blueberry, and Ginger Fruit Salad with an egg and toast for a gourmet brunch at home!


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Australia is a country surrounded by water, making local chefs experts on seafood dishes. I came across a delicious recipe by Curtis Stone and asked my Melbourne mate Gill to adapt with what we had in our kitchen.

2 fresh Salmon Fillets
2 bunches of Bok Choy
1 bunch Asparagus
fresh Coriander
1 tsp Olive Oil
2 cloves Garlic, finely chopped
2 Tbsp fresh Ginger (peeled and finely chopped)
1 small red...

The experts are forecasting a rise in sassy tropical drinks this summer. This popular trend includes favourites like the banana or strawberry daiquiris, the rum runners, the Piña Coladas - even a cocktail like the Singapore Sling.

There’s been a resurgence of Tahiti drinks - tropical cocktails made with fresh fruits - across Europe, and it’s making its way to North America.

These drinks are at...

Active? Try these 5 foods to fuel your body for powerful and productive workouts.

(1) Homemade, low-fat muffins make a great pre-workout snack. Coffee shops muffins can be high in fat, slowing you down (grease stained paper bags anyone?)

(2) Beets are a rich source of antioxidants and a recent study suggested that beet juice may boost performance.

(3) Red peppers are tasty on a salad and contain...

Meatloaf, so quickly disregarded as a vaguely unappetizing entree, is a versatile and quick home-cooked meal you should rediscover.  Paired with a hearty side of potatoes and your favourite green salad, meatloaf is healthy and delicious.  Best of all - prep time is a sweet 10 minutes or less!

2 lbs (900g) lean ground beef
1 to 1 1/2 c. spaghetti sauce
1 egg, beaten
1/2 c. bread crumbs
1 small...

What Women Want is hosting a Sex And The City 2 party on Thursday May 27th from 8pm - midnight in honour of the upcoming release!

What Women Want - Wine Dine & 'Date' in a Dress Tickets are $39 and include a complimentary "Carrie Cosmo", a swagbag with SJP NYC Perfume, a full sized CARGO Cosmetics product and a Cineplex Odeon Free Admission Pass. Oh... and also 100 single men in...

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I found this recipe online and it looked too tasty to keep to myself. Because it's made in the microwave, it only takes minutes to make.

Ingredients:
• About 2/3 cup chopped apple
• Sugar-free syrup (try Da Vinci’s caramel)
• About half a teaspoon of cinnamon
• About 3 Tablespoons almond meal
• About a teaspoon of butter
...

Your wedding day isn’t just about getting that dream dress. It’s also the perfect opportunity to spoil your guests with a fabulous meal. We consulted our favourite wedding planner, Cynthia Martyn, for some fresh, original ideas for that all-important menu.

Cocktail Reception
An evening drinks reception with a gorgeous array of cocktails promises a truly fun celebration. Remember though, the...