What a difference a month makes. Scratch that. Make it almost two months since I’ve posted here. Thanks to the Covid-19/Coronavirus pandemic, our new reality is blowing everyone’s mind. I don’t think any one of us could have ever imagined…
Author: joy
Picking a clean red lipstick? What is that? Ask about just red lipsticks you’ll find two opposing camps: you’ll either find some who LOVE flaunting their fiery red lipsticks or those who avoid it like the plague. Period. Full Stop….
Do we need another fudge brownie recipe? The better question is—Do you love brownies? If yes, then you owe it to yourself to bake this. Made with bittersweet chocolate, this gooey-in-the-center and crisp-on-the-outside brownie is the perfect combination of everything. Why…
I love madeleines. It sounds so cliché. Nevertheless, each freshly baked piece simply brings me so much joy. They’re the right touch of sweet and adorable (hah) that I need in my day. Pierre Hermé’s Madeleines are terrific—delicately light with…
Cleaner, safer and better beauty? What’s up with the switch? I know it sounds fad-ish, but stay with me—it’s not. You’ve probably heard from recent news about products that have caused major health issues. From carcinogenic ingredients to hormone disruptors, it’s…
We are in the middle of snowmageddon here in Vancouver. I’m enjoying the 10-inch helping of snow in our neighbourhood and the outdoors is anything but fun for me. It might be freezing, but I couldn’t think of a better time…
I’m trying to keep Christmas green this year and as much as I look forward to them, I decided to skip buying advent calendars for myself or others. It’s all about having less waste and avoiding excess. Advent Calendars were…
Sweet Shortcrust Pastry is delicious, easy to make and it comes out of the oven looking like you put in more work than you did. It helps to have a go-to recipe for last minute needs and I’m excited to…
Mention activated charcoal and most people who are into skincare will tell you favourite charcoal mask. Earlier in the year, mine had been Glamglow Supermud until it started leaving me with redness and inflammation longer than usual. [Their website’s “Glam Tips” says…
» Skip to the recipe please. It’s that time of the year again when we trade in our shorts, tank tops and flip flops for light coats, cardigans and socks. I can feel it in the air. Fall. Rather than…