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Fresh Fare at the Market –From Farm Field to City Table
Our long-awaited summer has finally arrived, and farmers’ markets bursting with homegrown goodness are springing up across our city. With their colourful seasonal produce,…
Farmers’ Markets – How to Make the Most of Them
My definition of farmers’ markets: culinary playgrounds for chefs and foodies, hunting grounds for the most unique local produce, a place to get the…
The Inside Scoop – Your summer bucket list for the best ice cream in the city
Why do we think of ice cream as the perfect summer treat? Is it because a big scoop can cool you down on a…
What’s UP? This summer, test your balance on the water
SUP, of course, stands for Stand Up Paddleboarding, and it’s evolved into a legitimate sport that has experienced explosive growth over the last few…
Lighten Up – Outdoor lighting ideas to enhance your backyard
During the day, the sun bestows its warm, bright rays on us and highlights all facets of nature and architecture around us. At night,…
Hooray for Play
Winter may be over, but summer days with the kids home from school are stretching out before us. As the weather starts to improve,…
Kürtöskalács, a Hungarian Delight
When local entrepreneurs Justin Butler and his wife Kristin first tasted kürtőskalács (chimney cakes) during a trip to Hungary, they knew they had to…
Desperately Seeking Shelter
It’s been a long winter… and spring has certainly taken its sweet time to arrive. But never fear. Just when you think it’s never…
Create a Pollinator-Friendly Garden – Tips From the Experts
It’s a gloomy time for the bees.A team of researchers at York University is warning that the American bumblebee is facing imminent extinction from Canada,…
National Treasure – The Caesar Turns 50!
A true aficionado knows she’s in for a good, old-fashioned Caesar at first glance. Her checklist includes a mouthwatering combination of deep red juice…
Stuff, Be Gone! The Surprising Psychological Benefits of Decluttering
If… your kitchen counters are covered with appliances, your refrigerator is an easel for your kids’ school pictures and art projects, your dining room…
History Comes Alive – Small Arms Society Hosts Back to The 40s
On May 25, the Small Arms Society (SAS) invites you to go back in time to celebrate a vital part of Canada’s history. “We’re…
A New Velocity. The E-Bike Revolution.
Cyclists, novices and experts alike, now can experience the best of two worlds—a method of transportation that provides both a great workout and can…
Living the Plant Life – It’s a Great Time to Go Vegan
Whatever the reason—healthier eating, saving animals, joining a like-minded community, or sustaining our planet by devaluing factory farming—more and more people are choosing to…
Surprisingly Sophisticated Tequila.
As Mississaugans get ready to celebrate Cinco de Mayo on May 5—a day that, ironically, isn’t widely celebrated in Mexico—our thoughts turn naturally to…
Sweet Dreams. Passion For Her Craft Propels Cookie Creator to Incredible Success.
The story behind Little Rose Cookie Co. began in 2017, in a humble kitchen in a modest townhouse in north Mississauga. Then a personal…
Every Burl Tells a Story. Discover the Beauty of Bespoke Wood Furniture.
Like our own unique life stories, every tree has a history. From tiny seedling to tall, elegant watchman, a tree’s beauty lies not only…
Sow Easy. Local Seed Libraries Make Gardening a Cinch.
Do you dig digging in the dirt? Do you live for the thrill of planting a few tiny seeds and watching your garden grow?…
Mission Possible. 100 People Who Care Group Proves the Adage: The Sum is Greater Than its Parts.
Is it possible to turn $100 into $10,000 in just one night? Can an average Joe make a contribution to many great charities with…
Massive Sound, Intimate Venue. A Glimpse into Mississauga’s Incredible Live Music Scene
Picture a dimly lit bar, your favourite libations readily at hand, a band of incredibly dedicated, locally famous and talented musicians intimately serenading you…