http://canadianhometrends.com Wed, 16 May 2012 15:59:33 +0000 en hourly 1 http://wordpress.org/?v=3.3.1 http://canadianhometrends.com/mini-ice-cream-sliders/ http://canadianhometrends.com/mini-ice-cream-sliders/#comments Mon, 14 May 2012 19:34:25 +0000 HomeTrends http://canadianhometrends.com/?p=10202 Print Mini Ice Cream Sliders There's no doubt about it—Canadians love their hamburgers. So much so, that the juicy staple of backyard barbecues steps into the spotlight for one month each year. That's right—May is national hamburger month—and this year, sundae specialist, Smucker's, is helping us celebrate the beloved burger by putting a sundae twist [...]]]> http://canadianhometrends.com/mini-ice-cream-sliders/feed/ 0 http://canadianhometrends.com/choose-the-best-fence-for-your-yard/ http://canadianhometrends.com/choose-the-best-fence-for-your-yard/#comments Mon, 14 May 2012 19:22:13 +0000 HomeTrends http://canadianhometrends.com/?p=10198 Defining the limits of your property is important for a variety of reasons, including privacy, security and safety. “Ultimately, the fence has to fit with how you use your yard,” says Margie Spence, a broker with Royal LePage Niagara Real Estate, in St. Catharines, Ontario. “The challenge comes in finding something that is both functional [...]]]> http://canadianhometrends.com/choose-the-best-fence-for-your-yard/feed/ 0 http://canadianhometrends.com/home-trends-inspiration-with-renee-elliott/ http://canadianhometrends.com/home-trends-inspiration-with-renee-elliott/#comments Mon, 14 May 2012 19:12:52 +0000 Crystal Williams http://canadianhometrends.com/?p=10180 With a background in the fashion industry, Renee Elliott is passionate about cooking, art and design. Her company Re: Creative, located in Toronto, offers DIY craft workshops, event styling, furniture makeovers and more. You can also find her blogging at Eat. Live. Shop.  Today we chat with Renee and explore design, shoes, makeover projects, personalized [...]]]> http://canadianhometrends.com/home-trends-inspiration-with-renee-elliott/feed/ 1 http://canadianhometrends.com/petrified-wood/ http://canadianhometrends.com/petrified-wood/#comments Tue, 08 May 2012 20:30:09 +0000 HeatherSegreti http://canadianhometrends.com/?p=10165 I recently ran into some gorgeous petrified wood tables at Interstone Marble and Granite in Concord Ontario. These wood trunks were imported from southern Africa from the Mozambique island. The fossilization process is quite remarkable (2,500 years in the making for some) and they are essentially natural works of art, each trunk with its own [...]]]> http://canadianhometrends.com/petrified-wood/feed/ 0 http://canadianhometrends.com/battle-of-the-sexes-pick-your-look-contest/ http://canadianhometrends.com/battle-of-the-sexes-pick-your-look-contest/#comments Tue, 08 May 2012 19:04:40 +0000 HomeTrends http://canadianhometrends.com/?p=10148 Battle of the Sexes designed by Marc Atiyolil A sexy mix of masculine and feminine accessories were married together to form this Rock & Roll space. The soft almond wall hue (Sun and Star by Para Paints- P2061-04) is complemented by the cozy grey accents (Sophistication by Para Paints P5220-14D). Each accent in the room [...]]]> http://canadianhometrends.com/battle-of-the-sexes-pick-your-look-contest/feed/ 110 http://canadianhometrends.com/toasted-almond-ice-cream-float/ http://canadianhometrends.com/toasted-almond-ice-cream-float/#comments Fri, 04 May 2012 21:57:49 +0000 HomeTrends http://canadianhometrends.com/?p=10108 Print Toasted Almond Ice Cream Float Yield: Makes 1 quart Created by Chef Jenny McCoy, co-founder of Cisse Gourmet Baking Mixes and formerly of Craft restaurant in New York City, for the Almond Board of California, this ice cream float is a slightly grown-up and gourmet version of everyone's childhood favourite. The rich flavour of [...]]]> http://canadianhometrends.com/toasted-almond-ice-cream-float/feed/ 0 http://canadianhometrends.com/robust-raspberry-almond-smoothie/ http://canadianhometrends.com/robust-raspberry-almond-smoothie/#comments Fri, 04 May 2012 21:52:56 +0000 HomeTrends http://canadianhometrends.com/?p=10105 Print Robust Raspberry Almond Smoothie Yield: 6 servingsCalories per serving: 183Fat per serving: 7g Let this crisp and fruity drink from, the Almond Board of California, give you a smart morning start, or drink it as an afternoon snack to keep hunger at bay. With every sip, you'll enjoy the smooth taste of almond butter, [...]]]> http://canadianhometrends.com/robust-raspberry-almond-smoothie/feed/ 0 http://canadianhometrends.com/lost-in-laos/ http://canadianhometrends.com/lost-in-laos/#comments Fri, 04 May 2012 21:49:36 +0000 HomeTrends http://canadianhometrends.com/?p=10102 Print Lost in Laos Calories per serving: 243 This refreshing drink was created by Matthew Biancaniello, mixologist at the Hollywood Roosevelt Hotel's Library Bar, for the Almond Board of California. Blend almond milk, fresh lime juice, kaffir lime leaves, agave syrup, green chartreuse and gin, for a smooth cocktail that's sure to quench your thirst.Ingredients3-4 [...]]]> http://canadianhometrends.com/lost-in-laos/feed/ 0 http://canadianhometrends.com/sparkling-grape-lemonade/ http://canadianhometrends.com/sparkling-grape-lemonade/#comments Fri, 04 May 2012 21:45:15 +0000 HomeTrends http://canadianhometrends.com/?p=10098 Print Sparkling Grape Lemonade Nothing says summer is here more than homemade lemonade stands popping up in neighbourhoods across the country. And for young entrepreneurs looking for a few successful sales, a winning recipe never hurts. That's why the test kitchen at Canadian Living has developed this convenient, fresh take on traditional lemonade.Ingredients1 can 295mL [...]]]> http://canadianhometrends.com/sparkling-grape-lemonade/feed/ 0 http://canadianhometrends.com/grilled-pizza-with-mozzarellissima-prosciutto-and-peaches/ http://canadianhometrends.com/grilled-pizza-with-mozzarellissima-prosciutto-and-peaches/#comments Thu, 03 May 2012 19:26:59 +0000 HomeTrends http://canadianhometrends.com/?p=10080 Print Grilled Pizza with Mozzarellissima, Prosciutto and Peaches Prep Time: 15 minutesCook Time: 20 minutesTotal Time: 35 minutes Yield: 4-6 servings A tasty spin on a classic dish, this grilled pizza is sure to be a crowd pleaser at your next get-together. Topped with fresh, summery ingredients, this casual, yet elegant favourite works as an [...]]]> http://canadianhometrends.com/grilled-pizza-with-mozzarellissima-prosciutto-and-peaches/feed/ 0