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It's official, winter has arrived, and unfortunately that also means a dryer, duller complexion. We find the best way to fake that glow is to use a self tanner, which also helps to even out any redness from dry skin and pesky pimples. After years of trying out many different self tanners, last year we discovered Xen Tan, and haven't looked back since. Developed by Dera Enochson, an ultra pale red head who spent her years envious of other people golden tans but unable to ever find a self tanner that would look natural on her light skin, she made...

Oatmeal chocolate chip cookies are our favourite! These ones are a little bit chewy and a little bit soft.  Feel free to substitute in raisins for the chocolate. Oatmeal Chocolate Chip Cookies INGREDIENTS: 2/3 cup (150 mL) butter, softened 1 cup (250 mL) packed brown sugar 1 egg 2 tsp (10 mL) vanilla 1-1/2 cups (375 mL) large-flake rolled oats 1 cup (250 mL) all-purpose flour 1/2 tsp (2 mL) baking powder 1/2 tsp (2 mL) baking soda 1/4 tsp (1 mL) salt 1-1/2 cups (375 mL) chocolate chips DIRECTIONS: Line rimless baking sheets with parchment paper; set aside. In...

We love all the different ways people are layering and stacking their Sydney Evan bracelets, rings and necklaces and getting our wish lists ready for this Friday's trunk show! Take some inspiration from these lovely ladies and we'll see you this Friday night. Sydney Evan Trunk Show Friday November 22nd 5pm - 8pm At Augustina Boutiques 138 Cumberland St. Old York Lane #3

The holidays are here, and as much fun as they are, we also know that it means not a lot of sleep. Here are five tips that are sure to keep you looking bright eyed throughout all the parties and family gatherings! 1. If your skin is feeling a little lifeless, dip a washcloth in a mix of milk and ice cubes, place it on for five minutes and then rinse. The combination of the pH of the milk and the cold from the ice cubes brighten the skin and constrict blood vessels, clearing up any blotchiness. 2. Moiturize! A...

It's about this time of year that we start craving warm, hearty meals. Gnocchi, essentially small potato dumplings, are a great alternative to big bowls of pasta. Our favourite version is made from sweet potatoes, light ricotta cheese, and whole wheat flour. A quick Google search will show you, though, that there are many different ways to create your gnocchi. Most popularly, the classic little dumpling involves only plain flour and Désirée potatoes. We won't be able to teach you how to make gnocchi like an Italian grandmother, but we can show you how to make some like the young enthusiasts...