Spiced Apple Whole Wheat Buttermilk Waffles with Maple Apple Compote

Nothing says Fall more than a visit to your local apple orchard with your nearest and dearest, but what do you do with all of them apples once you get home? Here is a delicious recipe for a healthier waffle that is as fabulous as it is made fresh for brunch, as it is defrosted in the toaster for a quick grab-n-go weekday breakfast.

I used spartan apples, but you can use any of your favourite varieties. For the oil in the batter, I used melted coconut oil, but feel free to sub in canola or vegetable oil. I do recommend brushing your waffle iron with real butter, however, as it adds a rich flavour to the finished product that cannot be achieved with cooking spray.…Read More

Summer Hostess Gift Picks

The August long weekend is almost upon us which means everyone is scrambling to pack in as many cottage visits as possible before the summer ends.

If you’re paying a visit to a friend’s summer escape, here are some great hostess gifts to bring with you that would be a welcome addition to any cottage, cabin or lake home:

Clockwise from the left:

This contemporary print of moose antlers from Etsy would look stunning hanging on a bedroom wall or leaning on a floating shelf.

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