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Lemon Pesto Vegetable Skewers
Recipe As some of you may know by now, my daughter is a vegetarian, so I’m always looking for recipes to make when she comes over. I found this one and thought it was the perfect summer dish to try … Continue reading

Hiking with Your Furry Friend
Hiking with Your Furry Friend It’s officially hiking season, which means I’m bringing my new puppy out on the trails! Here are a few basic guidelines I have been following to keep my pup happy and safe on our adventures: … Continue reading

Maple Turmeric Orzo and Chicken Salad
Recipe This recipe comes from one of my daughter’s best friends. It’s so quick and easy, but full of flavour! The maple syrup adds a wonderful sweetness that compliments the spice of the turmeric – which also has potent anti-inflammatory … Continue reading

Garlic Butter Smashed Sweet Potatoes
Recipe I haven’t been a sweet potato fan all my life, but as I’ve gotten older and have tried them prepared in different ways, I can now say I enjoy them. I have grown to love sweet potato fries dipped … Continue reading
Classic Macaroni Salad
Recipe I know what you’re thinking, “everyone knows how to make macaroni salad.” I’ve been making it for years and would just “wing it” when it came to the dressing. Last week when I was making it to have with … Continue reading

Local Hippie’s weekly tip – “Leave No Trace” Living
Welcome to Local Hippie’s weekly tip for living a greener life! Each week we will provide you with a quick tip to help you reduce your carbon footprint and change the world. “Leave No Trace” Living Mother Earth can be … Continue reading

Rhubarb Shortbread Bars
Rhubarb Shortbread Bars A thick and buttery shortbread crust, topped with a layer of simple rhubarb filling, and topped with even more tender shortbread. Grenadine is the secret ingredient in this recipe that makes these rhubarb bars bright red and … Continue reading
Local Hippie’s weekly tip – planting native species in your gardens!
Welcome to Local Hippie’s weekly tip for living a greener life! Each week we will provide you with a quick tip to help you reduce your carbon footprint and change the world. Get your bug suits on and your shovels … Continue reading

Local Hippie’s weekly – natural anti-itch cream
Welcome to Local Hippie’s weekly tip for living a greener life! Each week we will provide you with a quick tip to help you reduce your carbon footprint and change the world. Last week I shared some of my favourite … Continue reading

Pepperoni Pizza Dip
Recipe This is a dip for all ages; and who doesn’t like pizza? It has simple ingredients and is super easy to whip up. Made up of all the things you love about pizza; gooey cheese, savory and crispy pepperoni … Continue reading