Holiday

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...


Pickled Eggs with Beets

"Ever since I can remember, my Mother served this pickled egg recipe at Easter. It was a tradition that my...


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...


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...


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.


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....

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.


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.


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....


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.


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.


Berry-Cream Cookie Snaps

"My mom and I made up this recipe by combining two others. These cute cookies are crispy on the outside...


Butterscotch Gingerbread Cookies

"Every time I make these wonderful cookies, the spicy aroma takes me back to my childhood. I helped Mom make...


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...


Date Swirl Cookies

"My granddaughter nicknamed my mother Cookie Grandma because she made wonderful cookies—including these crisp and chewy treats." —Donna Grace, Clancy,...

Crisp Sugar Cookies

"My grandmother always had sugar cookies in her pantry, and we grandchildren would empty that big jar quickly because they...


Semisweet Chocolate Pinwheel Cookies

"Chocolate and vanilla provide a delightful contrast in their flavour and appearance." —Nancy Arevalo, Brookfield, Wisconsin


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...


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...


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...


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...

Rosemary Shortbread Cookies

With the perfect hint of rosemary and a classic buttery texture, these delicate cookies look and taste elegant. The fact...


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...


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...


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...


Cookie Jar Gingersnaps

"My grandma kept two cookie jars in her pantry. One of the jars, which I now have, always had these...


Cardamom Spritz

"As far back as I remember, I have loved cardamom. My grandmother often added the spice to her baked goods....