After an amazing run of 18 years, we are sad to inform you that Whats' UP Magazine will not be published in 2013. It has been a wonderful, fulfilling journey and we've loved growing up with our readers. To each of you, all the best and here's to a year of new and exciting things! … [Read more...]
This savoury take on shortbread offers a brief respite from the sugar-laden sweets that we see so much of over the holiday season. For an extra special gift, pair them with a mason jar filled with your favourite homemade soup. Ingredients: 1 cup all-purpose flour ½ cup salted butter 1 cup grated cheddar cheese ½ Tsp. chili powder Steps: 1. Combine the ingredients in the bowl of a food … [Read more...]
This festive loaf is not only a lovely gift to bestow upon your favourite family members, but when it’s baked in an aluminum loaf pan the container becomes part of the gift packaging saving you time and money on holiday wrapping. Keep a loaf or two on hand for yourself and use it in your favourite French toast recipe for a seasonal breakfast the whole family will enjoy. Ingredients: 1 ¼ cup all-purpose flour 1 Tsp. baking soda ½ … [Read more...]
This sweet recipe can actually yield two separate gifts by making use of the fudge scraps once the mittens have been cut out of the chocolate. Take the remaining pieces and shape them into one-inch balls, then roll them through cocoa or coconut to make miniature chocolate truffles. They package nicely for a homemade gift or are a delicious addition to your holiday baking list. Ingredients: 8 oz. semi-sweet chocolate 1 can sweetened … [Read more...]
Whether you are ready to jump away from the stress of it all or you are falling overboard with the weight of too many cookies, here are some tips to help you find balance this holiday feast season. 1. Load Up on Veggies If the party is nothing but appies, start at the veggie tray first. Fill at least half your plate with veggies, easy on the ranch dressing, before you throw on the sausage rolls. And … [Read more...]
This simple popcorn takes less than fifteen minutes to make and is a perfect party appetizer, hostess gift or classroom treat. Feel free to add a handful or two of chopped pecans, dried cranberries or chocolate chips to the mix for additional flavour. Ingredients: 2 Tbsp. vegetable oil 1 cup popcorn kernels ¼ cup butter 2 Tsp. cinnamon 1 Tsp. cumin 2 Tsp. chili powder 2 Tbsp. brown sugar 1 Tsp. kosher … [Read more...]
Perfect for little hands to eat and make, these snow covered logs are a great addition to any holiday party. They also package up prettily and make for a delicious gift for a friend, neighbor or teacher. Makes 12-18. Ingredients: 1 cup white chocolate chips or candy melts 12-18 pretzel rods Assorted sprinkles Steps: 1. Line a baking sheet with parchment paper. Set aside. 2. Melt the … [Read more...]
Making your own spice mixes is a great way to get creative with your gift-giving. These mixes all make enough to keep for yourself and still share with a friend. Easily doubled or tripled to make more gifts. Best of all, it’s fresh, fun, and inexpensive. Simon and Garfunkel Mix Whether you grew up on folk music or not, the familiar strains of Parsley, Sage, Rosemary, and Thyme are quite soothing. The smell … [Read more...]
Sugar cookies, while pretty and a lot of fun to decorate, can often be bland to eat. Too often, the decorations are eaten and the cookies left behind. That won’t happen with these cookies. Filled with a bright lemon flavour they provide a refreshing counterpoint to all the richness in most holiday treats. Use your favourite cookie cutters and sparkles to decorate. And let the kids have fun decorating, no one is … [Read more...]
This honey is not only the perfect gift for the tea-drinking grandma or baker on your holiday gift-giving list, but it also doubles as a quick and easy appetizer for any seasonal gathering. Put together a platter of crisp crackers, assorted cheeses, fresh and dried fruits and nuts, and place a small bowl of the honey on the platter and allow guests to drizzle it over their cheese. The spiced flavor will pair nicely with most seasonal … [Read more...]
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