One of the easiest ways to ban mice from your home is using a used tea bag. That’s because mice hate the smell of used tea bags. Place multiple used tea bags in the spots you think the mice spend a lot of time. With this animal-friendly trick, you make sure... Read More...
Ingredients 1 pound sweet potatoes, peeled and diced ¼ cup low-fat milk 1 cup shredded sharp Cheddar cheese 1 tablespoon chopped fresh cilantro 1 teaspoon grated lime zest ¾ teaspoon salt, divided ¼ teaspoon ground pepper 1 tablespoon extra-virgin olive... Read More...
This tip is very simple: you fill a plastic bag with lukewarm water (don’t make it too hot!) and then carefully move it over the frozen windshield. You’ll notice the ice will melt immediately and your windshield will be clean in a jiffy. It’s best to wipe... Read More...
Ingredients 1 egg 2 egg whites 2 teaspoons canola oil plus 1 tablespoon, divided 1 pound pork tenderloin, cut into bite-size pieces 1 cup chopped fresh pineapple ½ cup thinly sliced carrot (1 medium) ½ cup thinly bias-sliced celery (1... Read More...
Cut two lemons into slices or wedges and put these in the kettle. Fill the kettle about halfway with water and then turn it on. Pour out the water when it’s done boiling, but leave the lemons inside. Fill it halfway with fresh water again and turn it back on.... Read More...
A Nova Scotia grown investment co-operative is coming to Queens County this month, to pitch investing in the local food economy. Farmworks provides loans to businesses that are part of the local food industry, and the funds are raised by the public buying... Read More...
Ingredients 2 large bell peppers, halved lengthwise, seeds removed 1 tablespoon extra-virgin olive oil 1 large onion, halved and sliced 1 (8 ounce) package mushrooms, thinly sliced 12 ounces top round steak, thinly sliced 1 tablespoon Italian... Read More...
Mix together equal parts water and white vinegar. Then, use a cotton cloth to dab this mixture onto your shoes. Dab gently and the white stains on your shoes will slowly disappear. You can also use the water/vinegar mixture on leather shoes. Are your shoes... Read More...
Ingredients 4 tbsp teriyaki sauce 2 tbsp sweet chili sauce 1 lime, zested and juiced 4 salmon fillets 1 tbsp vegetable oil 300g pack stir-fry vegetables 2 tbsp soy sauce A little sesame oil, to serve. Method Mix the teriyaki sauce, sweet chili sauce,... Read More...
Are you afraid you’re catching a cold? Try making an elixir of elderberries. Put a saucepan with water on the stove and add elderberries. Bring the water to a boil and let it simmer for about 20 minutes. Then, remove the elderberries and boil the water down... Read More...
With the dreary weather setting in for Canada, and six more weeks of winter predicted by Lucy the Lobster, many Canadians are flying south for a relaxing getaway. To protect your home while you are away, the RCMP have released a few tips to keep your house... Read More...
Ingredients Crust: 1/2 cup graham cracker crumbs 1 tbsp sugar 2 tbsp butter melted Key Lime Cheesecake: 4 oz light cream cheese softened 1 cup greek yogurt 1/4 cup sugar 1 egg 2 tablespoons key lime zest 4 key limes 1 tablespoon key lime juice 2 key... Read More...
This tip is very handy because it’s easy to always have a bottle of hand sanitizer with you in your bag or purse. Of course, it’s useful to clean your hands with but it also comes in very handy when your car lock is frozen. Drip some of the sanitizer onto... Read More...
INGREDIENTS Stir Fry 1 large sweet potato (about 300-400g) 2 ½ tsp coconut oil, divided Salt and pepper 1 tsp fresh ginger, minced ½ lb(s) top sirloin steak, cut into thin, bite-sized pieces Sauce 1 cup orange juice (not from concentrate) 2 tsp fresh... Read More...
Depending on the area and how severe the pain is, mustard can relieve strained and painful muscles. By combining two tablespoons of mustard with two tablespoons of Epsom salt and rubbing it onto the afflicted area, you can relieve tired muscles. This... Read More...
INGREDIENTS 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts, 6 oz Large plastic food storage bags or waxed paper 1 package (10 oz) frozen chopped spinach 2 Tbsp butter 12 small mushroom caps, cremini or button 2 cloves garlic, cracked 1 small shallot, quartered Salt and... Read More...
Start off by properly cleaning the sink, using soapy water and a dishcloth. You can also use a spray bottle filled with some sort of cleaning agent – as long as the sink ends up clean. Dry it properly afterwards! If there’s even a little bit of water left,... Read More...
Ingredients 8 ounces fresh asparagus 2 tablespoons orange juice 2 teaspoons olive oil ½ teaspoon Dijon mustard ⅛ teaspoon salt Dash ground pepper 1 medium orange, peeled and sectioned Preparation Snap off and discard woody bases from... Read More...
Put some olive oil onto a soft cloth and use this to rub the scratches using circular motions. It’s important you take your time for this, so you can properly rub in the oil. Afterwards, use a paper towel to wipe away the remaining olive oil, so you won’t... Read More...
INGREDIENTS 1 teaspoon vegetable oil (for the foil) 6 large eggs 5 1⁄2 cups milk 2 tablespoons maple syrup (plus extra for serving) 1 teaspoon vanilla extract Pinch salt 8 slices whole-wheat bread (preferably day-old sandwich or bakery bread, cut into... Read More...
A group looking to create a marine sanctuary on the coast of Nova Scotia is coming to Liverpool on Friday to pitch the idea to the community. Non-profit group The Whale Sanctuary Project is making the presentation, and Executive Director Charles Vinick says... Read More...
Did you know you can use a simple household product to combat these liver spots? You’ve probably already got the two ingredients in your pantry: an onion and apple cider vinegar. It has been proven that the juice of an onion helps with getting rid of scars.... Read More...
Don’t be a prick campaign.
Don’t be a prick, dispose of your needles safely. That’s the message of a new education campaign by the Waste Resource Association of Nova Scotia. Launched in January, the campaign is aimed at both grabbing attention and putting a real face to the solid waste... Read More...
Ingredients 1 cup sliced carrots ½ teaspoon finely shredded orange peel 1 cup orange juice 1½ cups ice cubes Orange peel curls (optional) Preparation In a covered small saucepan, cook carrots in a small amount of boiling water... Read More...
Tomatoes contain a lot of vitamins, like vitamin A, B6, C, E and K. These vitamins are very nourishing for your skin and help to shrink pores. The acidity of the tomato can help to restore the pH balance in your skin, which will help keep your pores clear.... Read More...