Recipes

Guerlain drops a restorative haircare line Photography Courtesy of Guerlain Following Guerlain’s return to the haircare category (an area previously untouched by the brand since 1970) with the unveiling of the Abeille Royale Scalp & Hair Youth Oil-in-Serum last year, the French beauty brand is pressing onwards in the realm of hair with the launch of a full-on Abeille Royale haircare range this month. Unveiling four core products — a Revitalising & Fortifying Care Shampoo, Repairing & Replumping Conditioner, Radiance & Repair Mask and a luxuriously designed hairbrush — this product line aims to strengthen the scalp and restore signs of youthfulness...

Sip it, slurp it, just enjoy it; here is my take on a no-added-sugar thick chocolate shake, just like a thick chocolate ice cream shake! Comparing my thick strawberry shake to McDonalds A McDonalds medium chocolate milkshake contains 61 grams of carbs! That’s the equivalent to 15.5 teaspoons of sugar!! My version contains just 15 grams of carbs in comparison, or 3.75 teaspoons of sugar which is well-paired. Vanilla Ice Cream Comparison This recipe uses vanilla ice cream. I have not used chocolate-flavoured ice cream in this shake as flavoured ice creams often contain higher amounts of carbs (sugar), and...

The Nonino family has been mastering the art of distilled spirits since 1897 when Orazio Nonino established the brand’s first distillery in Ronchi di Pavia, Italy. The reins of the operation have since been passed down through several generations, with every family member keeping the brand’s innovative spirit alive and maintaining Nonino’s status as a pioneer in the category. While the company started with the production of grappa, a grape pomace-based brandy, Nonino has expanded its product line over time to craft high-quality examples of grape, fruit, and honey distillates, amaro, and liqueurs. As amaro’s popularity has continued to rise...

Words and Images: Nicola Galloway An underrated winter fruit provides an abundance of delicious uses. As the seasons flow by, I notice distinct themes in my cooking. These can be related to specific cooking methods, such as more slow cooking of soups and stews as we head into winter. They are also led by the produce that is abundant and in season, which features regularly on the table. At the moment it is persimmons. As I wander the neighbourhood and drive around town, I often spy the golden globes hanging in trees. I love that persimmon trees are deciduous, losing...

Are you looking for a soft cheese spread with a creamy texture that goes well with everything? Well, look no further – Boursin cheese is delicious. It’s a versatile spread great for crackers, a charcuterie board, and sandwiches. This post contains affiliate links. As an Amazon Associate, I earn from qualifying purchases. What Is Boursin Cheese? Boursin is the brand name given to a creamy, soft French cheese called Gournay that is flavored in various ways. This delicious cheese, with its creamy texture, was created by François Boursin in 1957. Originally, Boursin named it Gournay after his small hometown in...