Life In Pleasantville
Food, Travel, Life
This year, more than ever, it’s important to keep our loonies and toonies, in Canada. Shop Canadian, travel within Canada, support Canadians. Shopping from Canadian businesses means backing creativity, sustainability, and community. Every purchase helps small business owners thrive and keeps money in the local economy, creating a ripple effect of positive change. From cozy …
This year my friend group added Secret Santa with a twist to our annual Favourite Things Party. The twist was that all gifts for the exchange had to be something our inner 8 year olds would have wanted. The best part was that the toys would be making their way to kids in need the …
White elephant parties are growing in popularity as the cost of goods soar, and buying individual gifts for all of your friends would require a lottery win. Let’s face it, it can be pretty expensive trying to be Santa to everyone. In case, you’ve never heard of it, a white elephant party is a type …
Here it is. The one dessert you need this holiday season to impress without stress is this Individual Gingerbread Trifle recipe. Made with Amarula Cream Liqueur, it’s just the right amount of sweet, and exactly the right size after that massive meal you just served. Amarula Cream Liqueur has a rich and velvety smooth taste …
Nothing says Christmas quite like sticky toffee pudding. Whether you call it figgy pudding, sticky pudding, or Christmas pudding, it’s one of the holiday’s most perfect indulgences. This sticky toffee pudding slow cooker recipe comes with an added bonus. I can fix it and forget it, which is exactly what I want during the holidays. …
Every December I give myself permission to enjoy the fun stuff, and these Christmas coffee creamer recipes are always first in line in my fridge. They are simple to make, a little indulgent, and the kind of treat that makes the season feel special. Cream, sugar, the whole works. I also love gifting them. If …
It’s heeere. Holiday burnout is real, and it can suck the life out of you during the most wonderful time of the year. Around this time, already stretched-too-thin women, get stretched just a little bit further and mental and physical health takes a beating. With that in mind, now is a good time to implement …
Before everyone jumps all over me, know that I am not anti-mall. I happen to be a big mall supporter, just ask my ex-husband. It’s just that when it comes to Santa Claus, I think mall visits tend to be a little tedious. So if you’re hunting for Santa sightings Ontario, this list rounds up …
