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Archive | May, 2011

HOME + GARDEN, HOME decor | May 28, 2011 | by Kim Vallee

My Favorite Things at SIDIM 2011

I went to the 2011 edition of the SIDIM (Montreal International Interior Design Show) yesterday. Here are what I found to be the most interesting stuff. Know that I kept a few items for individual posts. The first thing that caught my eye is the mood of the Tall Grass in the prairies wallpaper mural. It is based on [...]

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COCKTAILS + wine, FOOD + DRINKS | May 27, 2011 | by Kim Vallee

A Sapphire French Highball Paired with Speakeasy Clams

The Bombay Sapphire media event gave us the occasion to learn new cocktail recipes. They collaborated with a local chef to pair each cocktail with an appetizer. This year, Eric Gonzales of Auberge Saint-Gabriel was the invited chef in Montreal. I learned several cooking tips from Eric. His food was delicious. I shared his recipes so you [...]

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ENTERTAINING, OUTDOOR entertaining | May 26, 2011 | by Kim Vallee

Easily Set-up a Backyard Camping Party with Suburban Camping Co.

Your kids dream of a backyard camping party for their birthday but camping is not your thing. There is no need to worry if you live in an area served by the husband and wife team behind Suburban Camping Co. Chris and Kelly MacPhee saw a niche in the market and provide a turn-key service [...]

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ENTERTAINING, OUTDOOR entertaining | May 25, 2011 | by Kim Vallee

BBQ Gift Ideas for Father’s Day

You can’t go wrong with BBQ gears for Father’s Day. And there are so many cool stuff out there that I wish to give you a head start with my BBQ product suggestions. BBQ Accessories These are for the dad who has everything and likes gadgets. The first item is a charcoal grill meat and [...]

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HOME + GARDEN, ORGANIZING

May 25, 2011 | by Heather