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Ranking Kingston’s best milkshakes part 2: Experts reunited

Written on March 13, 2020. Posted in Lifestyle, Student Life.

Last March, then-coworkers Ally and Josh happily used their roles as Lifestyle editors as an excuse to skip around town in search of the best milkshakes in Kingston. They found a timeless classic at Tommy’s, a measuring cup of sweet (if overly thick) deliciousness at The Works, and a well-balanced...

Ranking Kingston’s best milkshakes

Written on March 29, 2019. Posted in Lifestyle, Student Life.

Ally’s Twitter bio lists milkshakes as her number one life pillar. Josh has a self-made poster of a Gold Medal Ribbon milkshake from Baskin Robbins hanging in his bedroom. It didn’t take long for them to come together and search for the best shakes Kingston has to offer. Based on three restaurants...

Cream cheese, maple, and pecan mini cheesecakes recipe

Written on November 6, 2018. Posted in Columns.

If you’re invited to a potluck but have midterms to study for, we’ve got you covered. This recipe for delicious mini cheesecakes is sure to satisfy your sweet tooth while taking minimal time and effort to prepare. This dish is usually a favourite among friends and family, and can be whipped up for...

How to make friends 101: cinnamon buns

Written on March 3, 2017. Posted in Lifestyle.

I don’t think any smell makes me drool as much as the spicy, sweet scent of cinnamon buns. Nor do I think any food puts me in as big of a food coma. This is the perfect time of year to learn how to make this treat — the weather is still chilly enough to make you want to curl up with your warm pastry...

Molten lava in a winter wonderland

Written on November 13, 2015. Posted in Lifestyle.

As the air starts to cool, and the dreaded Kingston winds start to pick up, many of us find ourselves bundled up wishing for the warm summer months to return. Better yet, for the winter break to finally come packed with holiday treats. If the blanket scarf isn’t holding you over during these cooler...

Five-minute pumpkin spiced mug cake

Written on September 29, 2015. Posted in Lifestyle.

The return of the PSL is an annual event like no other. That’s a pumpkin spice latte for those of you who’ve been living on West Campus, cut off from the rest of society. Forget your birthday, whatever you do at the end of September, and the airdate of the next season of that reality show you guiltily...

Zesty lemon squares

Written on September 9, 2014. Posted in Lifestyle.

When life gives you lemons, make lemon squares. This tasty dessert recipe has been in my family for a long time and is a staple at our dinners. It’s so good that I always request it instead of cake on my birthday. In a world full of chocolate and vanilla flavoured desserts, a lemon-based treat is...

Maple berry granola

Written on June 24, 2014. Posted in Lifestyle.

Maple syrup is a Canadian treat, and with Canada Day just around the corner what better way to celebrate our country’s birthday than with this delicious maple granola crunch? The options with the maple granola crunch are endless, as the recipe can be easily adjusted to accommodate any individual...

A little bit of Paris: Geneva Crepe Café Bistro

Written on March 10, 2014. Posted in Lifestyle.

Stepping into Geneva Crepe Café Bistro evokes my more savoury memories of French cuisine. Although I may not be able to find a crepe as cheap as five euros or an authentic Nicoise salad while living in the Limestone City, Geneva is a great alternative to a trip across the Atlantic. One of the biggest...

Easy blueberry cinnamon rolls

Written on February 25, 2014. Posted in Lifestyle.

Reading Week may be over, but I’m not ready to sink into a studying funk just yet. This easy recipe will keep those studying blues at bay, especially with a delicious, sugary glaze and juicy blueberries oozing out of this fluffy, soft dessert! This recipe is perfect to wind down after a long day...

Peanut butter, chickpeas and chocolate chip cookie dough bites

Written on January 21, 2014. Posted in Lifestyle.

A healthy and delicious treat, these cookie dough bites are a sweet reprieve from the post-New Year’s attempt to eat healthy by eating bland. You can indulge in these cookies without feeling guilty – particularly because of the ingredients. Chickpeas are great to add to your diet because they’re...

Ferrero Rocher chocolate cookies

Written on January 8, 2014. Posted in Lifestyle.

The end of the holiday break can make for a lot of leftover chocolate from Lindt to Godiva to Ferrero Rocher – the last one being one of my favourites. It’s fitting, then, to incorporate the ultimate holiday chocolate into a scrumptious cookie recipe. Ferrero Rocher chocolates epitomize the best...

For sharing: Chocolate peanut butter toffee

Written on December 17, 2013. Posted in Lifestyle.

Exams are upon us, holiday parties are looming and we could all use a pick me up. What could be better than a delicious salty and sweet treat – especially when it only takes minutes to make. The best part about this recipe is that it makes a huge batch, perfect for sharing. Toffee might seem daunting,...

Thanksgiving made easy: No bake cheesecake

Written on October 8, 2013. Posted in Lifestyle.

When I think of Thanksgiving, I automatically think of turkey, gravy, stuffing, roasted vegetables and, best of all, the desserts. Pie and tarts are the traditional hearty desserts to cap off a Thanksgiving meal but, this year, I wanted something that’s quick and easy to whip up: no bake caramel apple...

3 Ingredient Rice Crispy Fudge Bars

Written on April 3, 2013. Posted in Lifestyle.

By Trilby Goouch Blogs Editor Three ingredients and no oven required? Sounds like the ideal exam-season dessert. This dessert takes no time at all and is lactose-free. You can easily also make this gluten-free! So pick up some chocolate chips, some almond milk and some rice krispies and enjoy! Ingredients 1...

Oldie But A Goodie: Hello Dollies

Written on March 14, 2013. Posted in Lifestyle.

By Trilby Goouch Blogs Editor My love of baking began when I was still in the single digits, and hello dollies was the first recipe I learned to make on my own. It requires quite a few packages of toppings, but there’s nothing wrong with having a stash of chocolate or butterscotch chips in your cupboard...

Fast Food Makeover: Healthy Blondie Bars

Written on March 13, 2013. Posted in Lifestyle.

By Trilby Goouch Blogs Editor A tasty, rich dessert for under 100 calories? These blondies pack sweetness, gooeyness and a buttery taste—so much so that you’d never guess the secret ingredient is chickpeas. Each square is packed with protein and perfect for vegans. What’s best is that the blender...

DIY Starbucks: Healthy Oat Fudge Bars

Written on March 7, 2013. Posted in Lifestyle.

By Trilby Goouch Blogs Editor Oat fudge bars-any Starbucks regular will tell you that these squares are sweet, gooey and life-changing…and unfortunately packed with calories. Don’t get me wrong, I’m all for indulging on occasion, but if the opportunity presents itself, I’d happily eat a few of these...

Valentine’s Day cupcakes: a new spin on a classic treat

Written on February 14, 2012. Posted in Lifestyle.

By Kelly Loeper Blogs Editor Every Valentine’s Day, dessert recipes seem to be more creative than the year before. As a typical student baker, I’m always on the hunt for something that’s easy, fast and cheap to make. This recipe includes an interesting twist that’s sure to impress everyone on Valentine’s...

A new Princess Street favourite: Spin Dessert Café

Written on February 14, 2012. Posted in Lifestyle.

By Megan Cui Contributor Already a veteran of the dessert-café game, Spin Dessert found a new home on 260 Princess St. for the delicious fare and urban chic aesthetics of its original Toronto venue. A little different from its neighbor’s traditional design scheme, Spin’s most attractive feature is...

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Ranking Kingston’s best milkshakes part 2: Experts reunited

Ranking Kingston’s best milkshakes

Cream cheese, maple, and pecan mini cheesecakes recipe

How to make friends 101: cinnamon buns

Molten lava in a winter wonderland

Five-minute pumpkin spiced mug cake

Zesty lemon squares

Maple berry granola

A little bit of Paris: Geneva Crepe Café Bistro

Easy blueberry cinnamon rolls

Peanut butter, chickpeas and chocolate chip cookie dough bites

Ferrero Rocher chocolate cookies

For sharing: Chocolate peanut butter toffee

Thanksgiving made easy: No bake cheesecake

3 Ingredient Rice Crispy Fudge Bars

Oldie But A Goodie: Hello Dollies

Fast Food Makeover: Healthy Blondie Bars

DIY Starbucks: Healthy Oat Fudge Bars

Valentine’s Day cupcakes: a new spin on a classic treat

A new Princess Street favourite: Spin Dessert Café

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