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INSTA-GRATIFICATION

What are you having for brunch this weekend?⁠⁠

What are you having for brunch this weekend?⁠⁠
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We're going to be enjoying a stack of fluffy waffles using the @torrils.table mix!⁠⁠
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Some of my favourite toppings are sauteed apples, fresh berries, or homemade jam.⁠⁠
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#brunchgoals #wafflesforbreakfast #weekendbrunch⁠⁠⁠⁠
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It's finally the weekend! And the weather is suppo

It's finally the weekend! And the weather is supposed to be warm in Calgary so you'll find me sipping on this Tropical Rum Slushie.⁠⁠
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It's like a mini-vacation in a glass! And it only takes 5 ingredients to come together.⁠⁠
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Recipe:⁠⁠
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INGREDIENTS⁠⁠
2 cups frozen mango⁠⁠
2 cups frozen pineapple⁠⁠
1 1/2 tbsp maple syrup, honey or agave syrup⁠⁠
juice of one lime⁠⁠
3/4 cup rum⁠⁠
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lime slices or mint to garnish⁠⁠
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INSTRUCTIONS⁠⁠
Add frozen mango, frozen pineapple, maple syrup, lime juice and rum to a blender. Blend on high until everything is combined. Add in a couple ice cubes and blend to your desired slushie texture.⁠⁠
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If the mixture is too thick, add a bit of water & blend until desired consistency is reached. Garnish with lime or mint & enjoy!⁠⁠
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#rumcocktails #cocktailrecipes #cocktails⁠⁠

I want to share a bit more about my blogging journ

I want to share a bit more about my blogging journey so here are 5 things I’ve learned as a food blogger & photographer:⁠⁠
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1. Just start. I waited a bit before starting my blog in 2015 because I thought I needed things to be set up a ‘certain’ way. Then I had a layover in the Minnesota airport for 7 hours and just decided that NOW was the time! So I made my blog live on that day in March 2015 & shot my first recipe with my brother that weekend.⁠⁠
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2. Find your voice/niche. I struggled with this for my first couple of years, doing all sorts of recipes. Once I decided I really wanted to focus on simple & seasonal foods and gatherings, it helped me build my content & talk about it more easily.⁠⁠
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3. Try different styles. I started photographing in a more light and bright style, and generally, I stick to that for the blog. BUT I love to challenge myself to think outside the box and experiment with different backgrounds or even photographing an entire eBook in a house. I find these challenges just help me to learn more & get better at my craft.⁠⁠
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4. Ask for help. Google only got me so far BUT asking other bloggers or food photographers for help/advice along my journey has been amazing. The community is so wonderful! I’ve made some amazing connections just by reaching out.⁠⁠
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5. Build a community. One of my fav things about blogging has been the community I’ve built via the blog/recipes. I love to hear when a recipe becomes someone’s fav dish or helps with a special occasion. In the end, this brings me the greatest amount of joy when the recipes/food I create brings others joy and helps them create delicious meals to share with family & friends.⁠⁠
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Thank you for following along on this journey with me!⁠⁠
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#foodblogging #foodphotographer #bloggingcommunity⁠⁠
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Have you tried this Easy and Healthy Baked Lemon C

Have you tried this Easy and Healthy Baked Lemon Chicken yet?⁠⁠
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I am alll about easy weeknight dinners and this chicken recipe is no exception.⁠⁠
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Lemon juice and slices of lemon keep the chicken juicy, while the garlic and dried spices infuse the chicken, giving it amazing flavour!⁠⁠
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Link in bio for recipe friends!⁠⁠
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#bakedchicken #lemonchicken #easymeals⁠⁠

{new recipe} These No-Bake Oatmeal Energy Balls ar

{new recipe} These No-Bake Oatmeal Energy Balls are going to be your new fav snack!⁠⁠
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They are so easy to prep for the week ahead. I don't know about you but I always love to have a quick snack stored in the fridge!⁠⁠
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These energy balls are easy to make and mix & match in your favourite ingredients, you don't even need a food processor!⁠⁠
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Save this post then click the link in my bio for the recipe!⁠⁠
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#nobake #energyballs #snackideas⁠⁠

Happy Weekend! I've been thinking about these Oatm

Happy Weekend! I've been thinking about these Oatmeal Chocolate Chip Cookies all week and now I can't wait to get baking!⁠⁠
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Soft, chewy & chocolatey. These simple & irresistible cookies are actually my mom's recipe. The best part is they come together in one bowl!⁠⁠
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What recipe from your family do you still make?⁠⁠
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Find this recipe linked in my bio friends!⁠⁠
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#oatmealchocolatechip #cookierecipe #weekendbaking⁠⁠
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You knowwww I love a good cocktail and as we head

You knowwww I love a good cocktail and as we head towards Springtime I want to celebrate warmer days ahead with this Lavender French 75 made with @empress1908gin ! Hand-crafted in British Columbia, I couldn’t think of a better gin to add to this cocktail. (Recipe below) #sponsored
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To me a French 75 is just perfect to cheers with BUT I’m shaking things up a bit by adding lavender bitters to complement the botanicals of the @empress1908gin . With the Empress Gin’s subtle earthy notes, the lavender works just beautifully to make a lovely Spring sip. Plus the gorgeous colour transforms from a vivid indigo blue to a more pink hue with the addition of the fresh lemon juice.
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So, let’s cheers to a more bright & beautiful season upon us!
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French 75 with lavender bitters
Ingredients:
1 ½ oz gin
¾ oz freshly squeezed lemon juice
¾ oz simple syrup
2-3 dashes lavender bitters
Top with prosecco & a lemon twist
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Instructions:
Shake gin, lemon juice, simple syrup and lavender bitters over ice. Strain into a coupe or flute. Top with prosecco & garnish with a lemon twist and/or lavender sprig.
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Tip: Need to make simple syrup? In a small saucepan combine ½ cup sugar and ½ cup water. Bring to a boil, stirring, until sugar has dissolved. Allow to cool.
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I could seriously eat these Zucchini Fritters for

I could seriously eat these Zucchini Fritters for every meal. They are the perfect combination of light, fluffy and slightly crunchy.⁠⁠
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Try them for a light lunch, brunch or even a side to your next dinner! I created a divine garlic yogurt dipping sauce that you need to try with them too.⁠⁠
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Save this post for later and click the link in my bio to get the recipe!⁠⁠
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#zucchinirecipes #zucchinifritters #eatyourveggies⁠⁠

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