Need a great drink idea that doesn’t contain alcohol? Whether you’re hosting a party or simply treating yourself, mocktails are the...

We face south west, where three bodies of water meet. Lake Ontario, the St. Lawrence and Rideau rivers join on our northern shore....

Decking the halls with pets presents challenges. Trees love to be climbed and chewed upon. We've woken to a toppled tree, ornaments...

Every square inch of a small apartment needs to be utilized and if you have a balcony you have another room. Maximize your outdoor...

Cats are fastidious. You could even say they are a bit obsessed about cleanliness. A healthy and happy feline will groom herself for a...

In The Balance and Columbian Repository published in May 13, 1806, a cocktail is defined for the first time as spirits, sugar, water and...

Xocolatl Four thousand years ago in Mesoamerica (present-day Mexico) one of the first civilizations, the Olmec, fermented the sweet pulp...

Training tips that have helped me raise a dog while living in an apartment: Make them sit before exiting your apartment - in case other...

When the family gathers on special occasions, Nana opens the china cabinet and the prismatic brilliance of the crystal high-ball or...

I'm fortunate to live near many antique and vintage stores, flea and outdoor markets. When the need arises for a piece of furniture or...

St. Patrick (although never canonized) is celebrated for bringing Christianity to Ireland. St. Patrick is believed to have died on March...

For my kitchen I was thinking red hot chilli peppers—energizing, warm hues of orange and red—the colours of central America. Orange is...

You've checked out the apartment, building and neighbourhood. You know that water is included with rent but not electricity.  Parking ...

Nobody imagines living with tiny creatures who aren't our pets, but with high rent costs and low housing availability, some of us have no...

Mirrors are simple and essential decor that can also double the light in your small space. Here are some ways to use mirrors to advantage...

Sometimes one must embrace the small and be bold, as revealed in this wee bathroom makeover. Benjamin Moore's Deep Space 2125-20 grey...

What do we do when we love both pets and plants?  Have you ever wanted to have some nice houseplants in your apartment  but your cat or...

Rose water is rooted in Middle Eastern cooking, adding delicate aroma and a floral sweet undertone to your cocktails. Rich in Vitamin A,...

Do you fear eviction because of noise complaints? Do you dread moving again or, the unimaginable—giving up Fur Baby to keep your housing?...