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4 Easy Ways to Create Affordable, Edible Halloween Treats
Creative and creepy, sweet and savoury, goulish and gorey...must mean Halloween is near!
Oct 27, 20243 min read


Slam a Hoagie to the Dome with Hoagie Boyz
The Winnipeg sandwhich shop that's serving up sass, slang, and superb subs.
Sep 19, 20242 min read


Get Out of the City, Sit Back and Relax
Life is so very short. Do beautiful things now and spend time with the ones you love. Simpler Is Better Not to have too much of a depressing intro... but trying to get straight to the point. Last summer I was having a woe is me kind of day and as I try most days, I decided to do something about it. I was feeling stuffed up being in the city and I was longing for a slower chance to make some last of summer memories. Get In The Car And Go I can't remember if I had seem somethin
Sep 18, 20242 min read


My Very First Tent: Say Hello to Pumpkin
There's no better feeling then adding to your gear library. If you know, you know.
Sep 18, 20243 min read


What I Bought From the St. Norbert Farmers' Market
Here is what I grabbed from my most recent local market trip in Winnipeg. Fun favourites and new to me flavours.
Sep 18, 20242 min read


Craving Comforting Carbs? Crumb Queen's Your Gal
Crumb Queen and Andy's Lunch, a match made in heaven. Just Get Up & Go We all have places that are on our 'must visit' list, but to get...
Sep 12, 20243 min read


I Made Epicure's Chop Chop Salad and It Didn't Taste How I Thought It Would
Surprises come in small packages and this mystery salad mix is no exception.
Apr 6, 20242 min read


Why I'll Be Going Back to Bozeman, Montana
Short, sweet, sultry and a little bit of sass. Sometimes the best places visited are bite sized.
Apr 5, 20243 min read


Why You Need to Make Big Mac Tacos ASAP
This food endeavour is worth both your time and a spot at the kitchen table.
Apr 5, 20243 min read


True Story: I Fell in Love With a Hiking Pack
Why I can't leave the house without my new Cotopaxi, Inca 26 day hiking pack.
Apr 3, 20242 min read


A Few of My Favourite Go To Outdoor Products
While this isn't everything you'd find in my hiking backpack, these are a few of my favourites I rarely leave home without.
Apr 3, 20242 min read


First Ice Cream of the Season, A Tell Tale Sign Summer is Near
Some traditions are fun, some involve family and some are tasty.
Mar 31, 20241 min read


Wander Your Way to West Yellowstone
Gorgeous views, good grub and a great place to hibernate awaits tucked away in Montana.
Mar 31, 20243 min read


Why You Need to Visit the Idaho Potato Museum
The most underrated, fun adventure to have in Idaho and why it’s worth a stop on your next road trip.
Mar 30, 20243 min read


Tasty Treats with Tito Boy on the Trail
Sometimes you need a quick activity idea and if you live close to the south end of Winnipeg, this is the one for you.
Mar 10, 20242 min read


My Current Adventure Playlist on Apple Music
The right song can transport you places beyond your imagination. Where will it take you?
Mar 1, 20242 min read


A Postcard Perfect Date Night in Winnipeg's Exchange District
Sign up for a tantalizing evening of tea, tastes and tapas. This is your call to head on over to Winnipeg's Exchange District.
Feb 29, 20243 min read


A Cozy Stay at the Family Cabin in the Woods
Sometimes you just need to escape the city, or escape your everyday routine. Sometimes you need a cozy cabin stay in the woods.
Feb 28, 20243 min read


The Forks, Fun and Fête Ice Cream
Sometimes the most delicious surprises are spur of the moment. See how this lunchtime stroll turned sweet.
Feb 27, 20242 min read


Canoeing and Colourful Sights at Opapiskaw
Our very first time camping and canoeing. Say hello to the Silver Tip.
Feb 22, 20244 min read


Our First Ever Camping Trip: The Beauty of Camping at Big Whiteshell Lake
Where is Manitoba and why would I camp there? Manitoba is known for its camping. This is why.
Feb 14, 20244 min read


Hiking Big Whiteshell Trail in Converse Sneakers, What Was I Thinking?
As the saying goes, do as I say, not as I do.
Feb 14, 20243 min read


Try Something New To You at Nola
New flavours, new spaces, new tastes. Say hello to west coast inspired cuisine and Chef Emily Butcher.
Feb 8, 20242 min read


Comfort, Coffee and Cats at Cleocatra Cafe
Welcome to Winnipeg's most beautiful cat cafe! Tucked away off the cold snowy streets of Portage Avenue lies a home and haven...
Feb 8, 20243 min read


These Are a Few of My Favourite Things
Just like the song, these are a few of my favourite everyday items.
Feb 2, 20243 min read


Our Very Own Dome Away From Home
One of those best kept secrets... that are hard to keep a secret. We discovered our very own oasis to have a romantic getaway.
Feb 2, 20242 min read


Take a Trip to Treaty Two and Stay in a Turtle Shell
Say hello to Manitoba's newest Indigenous accommodations.
Feb 2, 20243 min read

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