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Candlelight. A jazz pianist playing softly in the corner. The gentle clink of wineglasses filled with a vintage worth more than your next car payment.

And then the hostess seats a family of 4 at the table beside you. Are you horrified?

A recent article in the New York Times (via CNN) is drawing heat for giving the nod to high-end NYC-area restaurants that not only deign to allow younger patrons...
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Sticky-sweet heaps of watermelon, butterfly nets, hopscotch, and ice cream – these are our memories of childhood summers.  The biggest dilemma we faced back then was deciding between whipped cream or chocolate syrup to top the triple-scoop sundae.  

Later, we began to worry about calories and fat content, losing the free-spirited enjoyment of the ultimate warm-weather treat and...
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We had our Fun Friday for April last week and since it was a beautiful day, the gang headed for lunch on the patio at The Rivoli Restaurant.


Alex and Mandy patiently waiting for their food.


Mmm...Pad Thai



As you can see the patio got really packed, good thing we got there early.


Mandy, Ben, Ali and I are happy to be outside!
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Head to Starbucks for happy hour May 7-16 from 3-5pm for half price frappuccinos! The offer is valid in Canada and the US. You may want to try some of the new flavours they recently added to their lineup: Soy Strawberries and Creme, Extra Coffee Caramel, and Mocha Light!

Mmmm

See more great deals here.

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Plump, juicy, red strawberries add oodles of flavour to any meal or dessert - probably why they’re the most popular of berries.

“Berries can be really expensive out of season, but a great trick is to buy loads of them in season and freeze them,” says Nadia Giosia, chef and host of Food Network Canada’s Bitchin’ Kitchen. “This’ll have you enjoying that summer strawberry flavor all...
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Panko Shrimp with Strawberry Aioli
(serves 2)

1/4 c. condensed milk
1/4 c. Japanese mayonnaise
2 jumbo tiger shrimp
2 eggs
panko crumbs
canola oil
1 c. fresh strawberries

In a small bowl, combine condensed milk and Japanese mayo.  Mix well and chill.

Wash, peel, and devein shrimp.  Beat eggs in a small bowl, spread panko crumbs on a plate.  Dip the shrimp first in the eggs, then in the crumbs...
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This Old World-style dessert is perfect for Tea Time.  The moist, crumble-topped cake can be composed with any seasonal fruit and is a staple on my Grandma's menu.  Enjoy!

2 1/4 cups flour
3/4 cup brown sugar
3/4 cup butter, softened
1 1/2 tsp baking powder
1 egg
1/2 cup milk
1 tsp vanilla extract

2 cups fresh or thawed seasonal fruit (I used 1 cup rhubarb, and 1/2 cup each raspberries...
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If you love to kick back with a refreshing glass of wine after a long day, here’s the scoop on something a little different - organic wine.

When it comes to understanding what organic wines are, WineAlign.com’s master sommelier John Szabo says it’s important to differentiate “wine made from organic grapes” from “organic wines.”

“The latter permits no sulphur additions in the winery,...
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Malibu Rum is unveiling a limited edition white bottle, 'Malibu by U' for spring 2010 that will come with markers so you can turn it into your own personal work of art. That's kind of cute, right?
We can only imagine what people will draw once they've sampled the contents of the bottle. Want some ideas? Here's what Damzels in this Dress created:



Malibu U Limited Edition retails...
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Bring in a reusable mug and Starbucks will give you a free hot or iced coffee today in honour of the planet. Now that's a lovely way to start the day, wouldn't you agree?

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