February 26, 2011

Chef at Home


Has anyone ever watched the Chef at Home cooking show on Food Network channel? I just love the pantry set-up with all kinds of spices and herbs in mason jars...makes you want to cook or bake something special. Speaking of baking, just made a batch of Coconut Macaroons from Michael Smith's book 'Chef at Home'- they turned out a bit dark, but my tummy did not mind...Other recipes that sound interesting include Sherry Maple Vinaigrette, Grilled Vegetable Skewers with Red Wine Herb Vinaigrette, and Fruit Crisp with crispy buttery topping.

February 5, 2011

Got your compass ready?



Instead of sailing on the 'big' boats, our youngest teen has been spending time on his other passion - model ship building - so far this is what his Chesapeake Skipjack looks like... Mike is looking forward to teaching again through the Ottawa Carleton District School Board with a new program called "Wilderness Navigation with Compass & GPS" starting next week!