Emily Mardell

Alberta-raised turkey, especially cuts like this turkey breast, are a weekly favourite in the GetJoyfullhousehold.

Every amazing menu is anchored by one stunningly simply dish that somehow, someway elevates every other food around it.

To celebrate their Canadian debut, MorningStar Farms recently sent me a taster pack of “vegetable-forward” burgers, and an invitation to get grilling.

We’re hosting a small dinner party this weekend with my cousin Mike, and his adorable little family. Mike, and I grew up together on the East coast, and enjoyed a very unplugged childhood.

It’s just after 3pm, and to avoid the dreaded mid-day slump I’m fuelling up with one of my go-to afternoon snacks. Simple, whole-food focused snacks that offer plenty of colour, crunch, and yumminess.

Inspired by sports nutrition, and FC Edmonton’s ever energetic mascot, “Blue Bolt,” I’m super-charged to share my recipe for “Bolt Energy Bars” on the eve of the inaugural home opener!

The outdoor soccer season officially kicked-off my for Cela, and Remi this week, making our weeknights a little more wonderful, and a little more wacky.

Christmas day is fast approaching, and Santa’s helpers are out in full force. Running errands, sharing goodwill, crafting, baking, wrapping presents, and crushing their nice list.

Take me to a bakeshop, share strong coffee, and we’ll be fast friends. Order biscotti, and we’ll be friends for life! Biscotti are hands-down one of my favourite treats—especially around Christmastime.

For me the holiday season officially starts when the aroma of warm gingerbread fills the house, and calls everyone to the kitchen.