Christmas morning is a very busy time for most families. Over the years, my own family has tried many make-ahead dishes in an attempt to...

With all the garland and planter making that's been happening at my house this winter, I seem to have a lot of extra greenery. Instead of...

This week's #cocktailoftheweek, The Pom Royale, is my holiday play on a Kir Royale champagne cocktail. The traditional Kir Royale...

The holidays tend to be a tricky time to strike and maintain life balance. There is usually so much happening on a daily basis, above and...

If you have read any of my other blog posts, you will know that I'm a big fan of wreaths. I love hanging them on my front door, changing...

I am a big fan of flowers and greenery in outdoor spaces. Much like a wreath, I think planters are a decorative addition that adds impact...

In my books, a party is not a party unless there is a meat and cheese plate! For the holidays I like to make more festive appetizers and...

This summer, as I was clearing out the garage, I came across a bag of pinecones I had collected and dried for a craft project. Needless...

Whether you are enjoying a cozy night by the fire, or hosting a holiday bash, this Festive Holiday Mule cocktail will bring merry and...

Nothing takes a drink to another level like festive ice cubes with edible ingredients frozen in the middle. It's an unexpected garnish...

The last few years, I've started doing a bit more gardening and bulb planting. Every winter I look longingly at beautiful large red...

It seems like apple season is upon us once again. November is apple month here on My Kurated Life. We're done with pumpkin and now I...

Nothing says winter like a warm hot toddy on a chilly grey day. While hot toddy's usually have a spirit, such as bourbon or rum, I...

Nothings says fall like a nice pot of oatmeal on the stove. A hearty breakfast that warms you up and keeps you feeling full for hours. We...

Halloween is such a fun time of year. The weather has cooled down a bit and decorations are hung everywhere. While I do like a bit of...

When it comes to holiday dinners, my family has our "regular" dishes that we make year after year, and then we usually like to experiment...

So, I have this friend Angela and I think she's the sweetest human being on earth (no offense to my other friends - you are all...

I love cheese, it has to be one of my favourite foods. It doesn't matter which type of cheese, I love and eat them all: burrata, aged...

Every family has one or two traditional dishes that they serve at holiday meals and celebrations. Sometimes you aren't even aware that a...

I've really been feeling the "pumpkin spice" this year. This is highly unusual for me, as I'm a huge apple lover and while I like...