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Grandma Nardi’s Italian Easter Bread
"My Grandma Nardi’s bread with dyed Easter eggs represents family and tradition. I fondly remember how she taught me the...
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Pickled Eggs with Beets
"Ever since I can remember, my Mother served this pickled egg recipe at Easter. It was a tradition that my...
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Old-Fashioned Buttermilk Doughnuts
"Guests will have a touch of nostalgia when they bite into one of these old-fashioned doughnuts. Accents of nutmeg and...
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Can You Find Seven Santas Hiding in This Christmas Scene?
In this image, nine festive people are throwing a virtual holiday party. But they have some unexpected companions—several miniature Santa...
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11 Mistakes You’re Making When Decorating Christmas Cookies
Want your Christmas cookies to look (and taste) like they came straight from a bakery? Take a cue from the...
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13 Disasters That Can Ruin Your Holiday (And How to Fix Them)
Don't let the weather—or an uncle's bigoted rant—make your festive season any less bright.
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How to Host a Virtual New Year’s Party
It's time to bid farewell to 2020, but the usual NYE bash is bound to change this year. Here's how...
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The Fascinating Origins of 10 Favourite Christmas Traditions
No Christmas celebration feels complete without a decorated tree, stockings hung by the chimney, and a rousing round of carols....
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The Best Tips for Putting Up Outdoor Christmas Lights
This year, elevate your house to "oooh and ahhh" status with the best outdoor Christmas lights.
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This Scarborough Condo Has a Secret Santa Who Delivers to All 238 Units in Her Building
A heartwarming story about a Christmas elf who’d prefer to remain anonymous among her neighbours.
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How Can I Celebrate The Holidays Safely During COVID-19?
As Canada enters a second wave of COVID-19, health authorities suggest exercising restraint during the holidays. Infectious disease specialist Dr....
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My Family’s Christmas Tradition: The Great Amaryllis Growing Contest
This family's festive amaryllis growing contest has blossomed into a full-grown event—and one of the highlights of their holiday season.
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How Diwali Is Celebrated Around the World
Bright lights, bright colours, food, and fireworks. It might sound like Canada Day, but Diwali is something else entirely.
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Berry-Cream Cookie Snaps
"My mom and I made up this recipe by combining two others. These cute cookies are crispy on the outside...
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Butterscotch Gingerbread Cookies
"Every time I make these wonderful cookies, the spicy aroma takes me back to my childhood. I helped Mom make...
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Mom’s Buttermilk Cookies
"I treasure my mother’s recipe for these comforting cookie pillows. The tender treats are topped with thick frosting and a...
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Date Swirl Cookies
"My granddaughter nicknamed my mother Cookie Grandma because she made wonderful cookies—including these crisp and chewy treats." —Donna Grace, Clancy,...
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Crisp Sugar Cookies
"My grandmother always had sugar cookies in her pantry, and we grandchildren would empty that big jar quickly because they...
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Semisweet Chocolate Pinwheel Cookies
"Chocolate and vanilla provide a delightful contrast in their flavour and appearance." —Nancy Arevalo, Brookfield, Wisconsin
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Jam-Filled Wreaths and Hearts
"I make these beautiful wreath-shaped cookies with jewel-red centres every Christmas. The dusting of powdered sugar gives them a snowy...
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Grandma’s Star Cookies
"My husband's grandma would only make these butter cutouts with a star cookie cutter. I use various shapes for celebrations...
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Grandma Krause’s Coconut Cookies
'When my two daughters were young, their great-grandma made them coconut cookies with oats. Thankfully, she shared the recipe." —Debra...
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Great-Grandma’s Oatmeal Cookies
"Not only is this recipe a favourite of my husband's, it's extra special to me because it goes back to...
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Rosemary Shortbread Cookies
With the perfect hint of rosemary and a classic buttery texture, these delicate cookies look and taste elegant. The fact...
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Chocolate Chip and Cookie Butter Thumbprints
"I wanted to make a more festive version of chocolate chip cookies for the holidays. Since my mom's thumbprints are...
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Baki’s Old-World Cookies
"My uncles have always called these 'cupcake cookies' because of the unique and pretty way they're baked. My maternal grandmother...
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Classic Candy Cane Butter Cookies
"To make cookies that look like candy canes, we colour half the dough in classic red and twist away. They're...
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Cookie Jar Gingersnaps
"My grandma kept two cookie jars in her pantry. One of the jars, which I now have, always had these...
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Cardamom Spritz
"As far back as I remember, I have loved cardamom. My grandmother often added the spice to her baked goods....