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Road tripping: the Kawarthas-Northumberland Butter Tart Tour part 3

Posted on August 28, 2019 by

Tasty treats, spectacular scenery and breathtaking boat rides! The third and final day of our fantastic road trip to the Kawartha Lakes-Northumberland region began with a self-guided kayaking expedition in Bocaygeon with Buckeye Surf and Snow, right across from Lock … Continue reading →

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Butter tart-inspired biscuits

Posted on August 27, 2019 by

A tasty twist on a favourite Canadian dessert! I was asked by a friend to come up with a sweet treat similar to butter tarts but without eggs due to a family allergy. Rather than trying to reinvent the characteristic … Continue reading →

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Road tripping: the Kawarthas-Northumberland Butter Tart Tour part 1

Posted on August 26, 2019 by

In search of one of Canada’s quintessential desserts! Who knew a scavenger hunt could be so delicious and interesting? You can only imagine how excited I was to be given an opportunity to head out and explore the self-guided Kawarthas-Northumberland … Continue reading →

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Butter Tart Squares

Posted on June 26, 2015 by

Butter tarts rank right up there as one of the foods considered to be quintessentially Canadian. Their origin is hotly debated – as is the inclusion of raisins – but they are nearly universally loved. If you’re pressed for time, … Continue reading →

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