It had been a long time since I was able to visit one of my favourite places, a true paradise for anyone who loves cooking, beautiful housewares, and everything connected to the kitchen. Today, I wandered through the aisles of Vancouver's Gourmet Warehouse with so much joy, discovering little treasures and finding inspiration around every corner.

here are places that invite us to pause, not because they are loud or grand, but because they quietly whisper their stories. Fraser River Heritage Park is one of those places. Perched high above the Fraser River Valley in Mission, British Columbia, this park offers some of the most breathtaking views in the region. The kind of views that encourages us to linger a little longer and simply breathe it all in.

Italian-inspired turkey burger layered with rich melted cheese; sweet roasted red peppers and a spicy mayo add big flavour. Serve with a simple green salad and you have a complete meal.

I had a pack of two cutlets tucked away in the freezer and turned them into this open-faced panino, topped with a tomato and shallot bruschetta, spices, balsamic vinegar and melted cheese. Paired with a crisp green salad with radishes, it came together as a simple but perfectly satisfying meal.

The 2026 summer events in Arona Italy Gli eventi estivi del 2026 ad Arona, Italia

This Chicken Caprese Melt is a warm, pressed sandwich layered with fresh mozzarella, chicken, marinated tomatoes and basil. Easy to make and packed with classic Caprese flavors.

I love sharing stories about Arona, the beautiful town I’m lucky to call home. Today I attended the inauguration of MeeM Beach—our beloved lido—led by Mayor Alberto Gusmeroli, and it felt like the perfect moment to tell you a bit about our town and this exciting new lakeside destination.

“Biciclettata in Fiore” (Flower Bicycle Ride) is a long-running community cycling celebration in Arona on the shores of Lake Maggiore. The event is organized by Pro Loco Arona and is non-competitive family bicycle parade where participants decorate their bikes with flowers, ribbons, balloons, and colorful ornaments.

2026 Giro d'Italia came through our little town of Arona on May 22nd. It was the coolest thing to watch and has a very interesting history.

Inauguration of Parcozeda Piero Angela in Arona gives the children and the community a green space that will bring connections and peace.

Mother’s Day is about more than flowers and cards, it’ about a mother’s love that lives in every lesson taught, every comforting hug, and every sacrifice made without recognition. La Festa della Mamma è più di fiori e biglietti, è l'amore materno che vive in ogni lezione insegnata, in ogni abbraccio confortante e in ogni sacrificio fatto senza essere riconosciuta.

Holy Friday—more commonly known as Good Friday—is a Christian holy day that commemorates the crucifixion and death of Jesus Christ. Christian denominations include Catholic, Eastern Orthodox, Lutheran, Anglican, Methodist, Oriental Orthodox, United Presbyterian and some Reformed traditions.

Gianduia or Gianduja is a traditional Italian chocolate that originated near Turin in the Piedmont region. In 1806, Napoleon’s Continental System restricted British goods from entering European ports under French control, leading to a shortage of cocoa. To adapt, local chocolatiers began mixing chocolate with finely ground regional hazelnuts, giving rise to Gianduia.

Whenever we head into the city, we take the train to Milano, arriving at Centrale station. From there, we hop on the metro to the Duomo, which is always our starting point when we visit Milan. We never miss the chance to pause, admire the breathtaking cathedral, and snap a selfie — it’s a ritual that never loses its magic. Then comes our next stop, just a short five-minute walk away: the Milan Starbucks… and not just any Starbucks.

Italiano sotto ogni sezione TikTok video Ivrea Sights / Attrazioni Thank you to our friends Walter and Karen from Canada and Franco our friend from Vercelli for spending a wonderful day exploring Ivrea. Ivrea is a small but historically significant city in northern Italy, situated in the Piedmont region roughly 50 kilometers north of Turin. It lies along the Dora Baltea River, close to the Alpine foothills, a location that has shaped its role as a crossroads be

A heart caprese salad is a playful, romantic twist on the classic Italian favorite. Juicy slices of tomatoes are topped with creamy fresh mozzarella cut into heart shape. We finish it with a sprinkle of salt, either fresh or dried basil and a drizzle of olive oil and topped off with a good balsamic vinegar. Light, fresh, and visually charming, a beautiful contrast of colors and flavors. It’s a dish that feels both elegant and heartfelt — perfect for date nights, celebratio

Each year on February 17, people around the globe observe Random Acts of Kindness Day. This meaningful day invites us to offer kindness freely, without looking for recognition or reward. It celebrates sharing love, joy, and compassion through simple, unexpected gestures.

I made this heart shaped cake for Valentine’s Day, to have with a coffee for breakfast. I used a silicone pan for the first time and I just love how well it worked. I did spray the pan with cooking spray. This cake has three layers of batter and two layers of cinnamon sugar with blueberries. The top is finished with a sprinkle of cinnamon sugar.

Friday the 13th has long held a peculiar grip on the human imagination, blending superstition, history, psychology, and pop culture into a single date that many people still approach with caution or curiosity. The superstition surrounding Friday the 13th is a fusion of two older fears: the unease around Fridays and the suspicion of the number 13.

World Radio Day, observed annually on 13 February, celebrates radio’s role as a vital and trustworthy means of communication. The date commemorates the founding of United Nations Radio in 1946. UNESCO designated 13 February as World Radio Day in 2011, and the United Nations General Assembly formally endorsed the observance in 2012.