Articles written by Terri Paajanen

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Devilled Eggs for Easter
A platter of devilled eggs is always welcome at a party or family get-together. Make up a batch this Easter, and try a new recipe or two.
Jan 24, 2008 - Terri Paajanen
Visit Old Fort Henry
If you enjoy visiting sites that have historical significance, then a trip to Old Fort Henry in Kingston won't disappoint. It's an active museum with lots to see.
Jan 11, 2008 - Terri Paajanen
Vegetarian Moussaka Recipe
Made with eggplant, zucchini, tomatoes and lentils, this layered casserole is a great dish for dinner. It's as filling as the lamb-based original moussaka.
Jan 9, 2008 - Terri Paajanen
Cooking With Rose Petals
Add some extra romance to your Valentine's Day this spring, with a few gourmet recipes that use fresh rose petals. Yes, you can eat them.
Dec 19, 2007 - Terri Paajanen
French Canadian Meat Pie
A very seasonal dish, great for Christmas or Thanksgiving. It's very popular here in Canada, though Christmas meat pie might not be typical in the US.
Dec 6, 2007 - Terri Paajanen
History of Angkor Wat
The tourist destination of Angkor Wat has a long history, making the ruins there a remarkable sight after so many hundreds of years.
Nov 27, 2007 - Terri Paajanen
Networks for Professional Bloggers
Blog networks are the latest places online to find paying work. Some of the larger networks should be watched for great blogging job opportunities.
Nov 13, 2007 - Terri Paajanen
Breaded Baked Eggplant
Whether served as a vegetable side dish, or as part of the main course, these slices of breaded eggplant are a tasty addition to any meal.
Nov 6, 2007 - Terri Paajanen
Baked Apples for Fall
Any meal can be improved with a quick dessert of hot, baked apples. A wonderfully seasonal treat for your Thanksgiving dinner as well.
Nov 1, 2007 - Terri Paajanen
Ancestor Altars for Samhain
Pagans often look back to respect their elders and ancestors at Samhain. A popular way of doing this is with an ancestor altar.
Oct 20, 2007 - Terri Paajanen
Thanksgiving Corn Bread
It doesn't have to be Thanksgiving to enjoy a good harvest feast, with home-baked corn bread served hot along side.
Oct 8, 2007 - Terri Paajanen
Stuffing for Thanksgiving
Even if you usually serve instant stuffing with your turkey, you might want to try one of these easy and classic alternatives for your Thanksgiving day dinner.
Sep 23, 2007 - Terri Paajanen
Chai Recipes
Whether you like it hot or cold, spicy chai tea is a great treat. With a few household spices, you can brew up a batch of Indian-style chai tea.
Aug 31, 2007 - Terri Paajanen
Easy Banana Bread
You don't need to be an experienced baker to fill your home with the fantastic smells of freshly baked banana bread. It's quick, easy and healthy too.
Aug 22, 2007 - Terri Paajanen
Coffee Substitutes
If you want a caffeine-free and natural replacement for your daily cup of coffee, here are a few new things for you to try.
Aug 17, 2007 - Terri Paajanen
Gourmet Sodas
Small soda manufacturers can offer very unique flavours, and can be worth the extra effort of tracking them down. Thankfully, these companies offer mail order service.
Aug 8, 2007 - Terri Paajanen
Baking Biscotti
You can make your own biscotti at home, instead of buying it at the coffee shop or bakery. It's not that difficult once you understand the double baking routine.
Aug 5, 2007 - Terri Paajanen
Making Espresso at Home
Don't be intimidated by fancy espresso machines. You can start making your own lattes and cappuccinos right at home with a basic model. It's really quite simple.
Aug 1, 2007 - Terri Paajanen
Berry Smoothie Recipes
You can never have too many smoothie recipes, and using berries is a great choice during the summer months. Try to use fresh fruit when you can.
Jul 25, 2007 - Terri Paajanen
Sports Drinks
Sports drinks might not be for every day consumption, but they do perform a specific task for your body after a lot of exercise or heated exertion.
Jul 20, 2007 - Terri Paajanen
Drinking Water While on Vacation
Water isn't always the pure and refreshing drink you might expect. Don't learn this the hard way next time you are traveling on vacation.
Jul 11, 2007 - Terri Paajanen
Give Carrot Juice a Try
Whether you buy it in the store, or juice your own fresh carrots at home, you can't go wrong with some carrot juice to start off your day.
Jul 6, 2007 - Terri Paajanen
Red, White and Blue Drinks
If you are having any parties or get-togethers this 4th of July, you can have a fun selection of red, white and blue drinks for your guests to choose from.
Jun 28, 2007 - Terri Paajanen
Iced Coffee Recipes
Iced coffee isn't hard to make, but it's all the rage these days. You can make gourmet coffee at home to help you keep your cool.
Jun 19, 2007 - Terri Paajanen
Health Benefits of Drinking Water
There are so many reasons why your body needs plenty of water to stay healthy. Are you really drinking enough water this summer?
Jun 14, 2007 - Terri Paajanen
Lemonade Recipes
Don't settle for frozen lemonade from a can. You can easily make your own home-made lemonade, or try a different flavour for a change.
Jun 9, 2007 - Terri Paajanen
Replace Your Old Thermostat
Save money on heating as well as help the environment with a programmable electronic thermostat for your home. These are not that hard to install for the do-it-yourselfer
Jun 6, 2007 - Terri Paajanen
Root Beer Recipes
Recipes to try this summer, using root beer for something besides the usual ice cream root beer float.
Jun 5, 2007 - Terri Paajanen
Ice Cream Floats
People tend to think of decades past when they think of ice cream floats, possibly because they were once so popular at the local soda fountain. You can make them at home
May 29, 2007 - Terri Paajanen
Installing Laminate Floors
Laminate floors add elegance and a modern look to a room. They are simple to install, easy to care for and are long lasting. It's a great choice for a weekend project.
May 26, 2007 - Terri Paajanen
Being Pagan Every Day
A few small practices every day can really strengthen your Pagan path and keep you connected to your Deities. Make some of these activities part of your daily routine.
May 26, 2007 - Terri Paajanen
How to Garnish Summer Drinks
If you like to entertain out on the patio, you can try some new ways to make your drinks look fun and appealing.
May 24, 2007 - Terri Paajanen
How to Use Coconut Milk
Coconut milk is actually quite healthy, though it is high in fat. You can make your own or purchase it ready to use from a can. Either way, you can add it to many recipes
May 11, 2007 - Terri Paajanen
Drinks for Cinco de Mayo
Celebrate Cinco de Mayo with a few traditional Mexican beverages. These are exotic tastes you should explore and enjoy.
Apr 22, 2007 - Terri Paajanen
The Raw Milk Debate
Who know milk was such a hot issue. It's illegal in some states, but many people think it's far healthier than the over-processed milk on store shelves.
Apr 14, 2007 - Terri Paajanen
Using a Bookmark Manager
If you have a large collection of saved URLs or bookmarks, you might want to think about installing a utility to help you keep them all organized.
Apr 11, 2007 - Terri Paajanen
Dry Hot Chocolate Mixes
You don't have to melt chocolate and cream every time you want hot chocolate. Any one of these dry mixes can be stored for months, for instant cocoa.
Mar 29, 2007 - Terri Paajanen
Milk Thandai Recipes
Thandai is a spicy milk drink that is traditionally enjoyed during the colour festival of Holi, in India. The numerous spices blend well with cold milk. Try it.
Mar 20, 2007 - Terri Paajanen
Hints for Making Smoothies
Do you make your own smoothies? Well, they're not hard and the results can be delicious. My hints and tips should make your smoothie-making go smoothly.
Mar 7, 2007 - Terri Paajanen
Stick Blenders
If you find your regular blender too big for a quick smoothie, or just too hard to clean, you should get a little hand blender instead. You'll be making smoothies daily.
Mar 4, 2007 - Terri Paajanen
Quick Ginger Beer
It's not hard to make a quick variety of ginger beer, with the powerful ginger flavour so popular in Jamaica. You'll just need to let it steep overnight. No yeast.
Feb 26, 2007 - Terri Paajanen
Kinds of Home Juicers
Making your own juice at home is an excellent way to increase your fruit and vegetable intake. Having a good juicer can make this an easy task. There are several kinds
Feb 22, 2007 - Terri Paajanen
Mountain Dew Recipes
Mountain Dew is the kind of drink that you either love or hate. I love it, but can only stand the sweetness occassionally. So why not use Mountain Dew in some other ways?
Feb 18, 2007 - Terri Paajanen
Hot Chili Chocolate Drink Recipe
A mix of hot red pepper and chocolate is the perfect thing to add some extra heat to your Valentine's day festivities. Mellow chocolate blends well with the zing of chili
Feb 10, 2007 - Terri Paajanen
Spiced Coffee Recipes
Adding some spice to your usual cup of coffee is easy. A few cloves, a pinch of cinnamon or even some whole fennel seeds can really create a whole new cup of coffee.
Feb 6, 2007 - Terri Paajanen
Healthy Pomegranate Juice
If you are looking for something a little different to drink, try pomegranate juice. Its sweet, tart and filled with healthy anti-oxidants.
Jan 30, 2007 - Terri Paajanen
Kinds of Bottled Water
There are many kinds of bottled water to chose from at the grocery store, but is there really any difference? Read the labels before you buy to make sure.
Jan 22, 2007 - Terri Paajanen
Mulled Apple Cider
You will fill your house with a wonderful smell as you simmer this mix of juice and spices to make a batch of mulled apple cider.
Jan 17, 2007 - Terri Paajanen