Nov
08
2016

Why Fall Is the Perfect Time to Host a Dinner Party

How to Host a Simple Wine-Themed Get-Together

Why Fall Is the Perfect Time to Host a Dinner Party | YMCFood | YummyMummyClub.ca

As temperatures begin to drop and #leafyboots becomes a trending hashtag, our thoughts turn to cozy nights in with friends and family. Fall is the perfect time to host a dinner party. It's the culinary sweet spot nestled quietly between busy summer days and the falalala-frenzy of the holiday season. 

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Jul
18
2011
Peach Sangria

A spectacular sangria requires only four ingredients – wine, booze, sugar and fruit. You can easily create your own signature recipe by switching up wine varietals, the alcohol sidekick and fruit combinations.

To make the perfect pitcher of sangria, follow the basic recipe/ratio which is:

1 x 750 ml bottle of red or white wine

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May
03
2011

Cinqo de Mayo Recipes

Sweet and Salty To Satisfy Your Cravings

"Estoy en estos pastelitos como el blanco del arroz." Roughly translated, I’m on these cupcakes like white on rice!

Such a yummy treat for Cinqo de Mayo. If only I could actually bake…

Margarita Cupcakes
Makes 24 cupcakes

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May
02
2011

Holy Guacamole; It's Fiesta Time!

Celebrate Cinco De Mayo With These Tasty Recipes

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I’ve only been to Mexico once, I gag at the sight of Tequila and piñatas make me nervous. So why do I get so excited about Cinco de Mayo?  Ola? Perfect excuse to eat Mexican food...aka the tastiest food in the americas. 

For past fiestas we’ve made enchiladas or set up a fajita or taco bar. This year we’re keeping it simple. Our menu includes:

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