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Easy and impressive pumpkin lasagna
Wondering what to do with your left over pumpkin puree? This impressive, company-worthy pumpkin lasagna is as easy as it is delicious. by Erin Even though I’m rating this recipe “intermediate” for chef skills, that’s only because there’s a few parts that may require some balance if making this all at once. But, if you...
Homemade Pumpkin Spice Syrup
Sweet, spicy, and warming, this homemade pumpkin spice syrup is perfect for fall cocktails (and everything else, too!) by Erin Fall is here, Halloween is upon us, and the pumpkin parade is going strong at TWS HQ! In the attitude of, “if you can’t beat ’em, join ’em,” I spent the last few weeks tinkering...
Creamy Pumpkin Bechamel Sauce
This flexible creamy pumpkin bechamel sauce gives an autumn flare to pasta, risotto – and even roast chicken. by Erin Don’t let the word “bechamel” scare you. This rich sauce is actually dead easy to make, as long as you know how to stir. Adding pumpkin and fall seasonings just up the ante. Of course,...
How to Pair Wine and Root Vegetables
Autumn is in the air – and on the table. Here are our no stress tips on how to pair wine with root vegetables. by Erin At the best of times, wine and food pairings can stress out most of us. And, when cozy fall rolls around with all its root vegetables in tow, wine...
7 Tips for Hosting a Great Dinner Party
by Erin So, you’re determined to host a great dinner party. There’s only one problem: you have no idea what you’re doing. Don’t worry: follow these easy tips for stress free entertaining and we’ll have you working a dinner party like your name’s Julia Child. Invite Only Get your invitations out at least one month in...
How to Set an Inviting Fall Table
Gather Round: the Season of Eating is Here In our homes, table setting is a top priority. As much as we love whiling away a weekend afternoon cooking up delights for family and friends, what’s the point if the meal isn’t framed against a gorgeously inviting background? For cozy autumn dinner parties, we welcome guests with...
Fall’s Best Flavours and Wine Pairings
Hudson Bay Blankets, apple picking, rich red wines, braised meats, hot apple cider, crisp air, cozy sweaters, pretty rain boots, turning leaves and flushed cheeks. We love fall. Love. Even after a so-so summer, we’re super happy autumn is upon us. Making it even more magical? Our friends over at Shari’s Berries put together this...
Our Fall Essentials
It’s Day 2 of Back to School Week, and while we’re positive schedules will get into a reasonable chaotic rhythm shortly, we are currently contending with the general upheaval of a hard stop to summer and acceleration into fall. When our agendas really hit the fan, it’s imperative to stay organized and on top of things....