In a Tizzy

Author: In a Tizzy

  • 24 Days of Tea: 13 – 18

    24 Days of Tea: 13 – 18

    Last year, my mom and I shared DAVIDsTEA’s 24 Days of Tea journey together. This year, my mom is too far away to share the same tin each day with me, so I had to go it alone this time around!

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    Join me for a cup of tea?

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    Day 13: Organic Cinnamon Rooibos Chai
    Rooibos

    This chunk of the advent calendar really relaxed on the caffeine! I also (obviously) relaxed on my steady hand for photos, as you may notice.

    Day 13 was oh-so good! I already am openly and deeply fond of rooibos teas, and chai and cinnamon are so good on their own – to combine all three of these things? It was beautiful. I like having a caffeine-free chai option for the evenings, as it is a very warm and relaxing flavour, and I think cinnamon might be good for the soul, so adding some sugar and milk or even making a tea latte out of this would be sublime.

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  • 24 Days of Tea: 7 – 12

    24 Days of Tea: 7 – 12

    Last year, my mom and I shared DAVIDsTEA’s 24 Days of Tea journey together. This year, my mom is too far away to share the same tin each day with me, so I had to go it alone this time around!

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    Join me for a cup of tea?

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    Day 7: Organic Saigon Chai
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    This chai was full of spicy goodness and certainly affirmed my belief that it is hard to go wrong with chai. I like to sweeten and milk my chais up (I am known to like my chai lattes quite a bit), and this one with a bit of sweetness kept its spices and flavours and they all blended together with a bit of (cashew) milky goodness.

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  • 24 Days of Tea: 1 – 6

    24 Days of Tea: 1 – 6

    Last year, my mom and I shared DAVIDsTEA’s 24 Days of Tea journey together. This year, my mom is too far away to share the same tin each day with me, so I had to go it alone this time around!

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    Join me for a cup of tea?

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    Day 1: Let It Snow
    Green tea

    Starting off the tea advent calendar was this green tea, sweetened by the dried fruit bits and white chocolate mixed into its leaves. The add-ins cut the bitterness of the green tea and made for a smooth drink! The white chocolate ingredients were a bit hard on the sensitive stomach but delicious, nonetheless.

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  • NYC in Photos

    NYC in Photos

    Initiated by the discovery of Spongebob Squarepants the Musical (on Broadway!), we planned a whirlwind trip to New York City!

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  • Pumpkin Challenge 2017: Days 26 – 31 + Farewell!

    Pumpkin Challenge 2017: Days 26 – 31 + Farewell!

    Each year, I endeavor to consume one pumpkin thing per day for the month of October. This is my 7th annual Pumpkin Challenge – welcome!

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    Day 26: Pumpkin Quesadilla, HappyHealthyLife

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    This was one of my favourite new things that I tried for this year’s challenge.

    I think I’ll be returning to Happy Healthy Life for more recipes in the future because this one was really unique and tasted great! Pumpkin, maple syrup, vegan (Daiya) mozzarella cheese, and I threw in some veggie chick’n for protein (these tortillas were also stacked with protein!). I highly recommend this for the various potential modifications and health benefits you can get from a twist on the traditional quesadilla!

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  • Pumpkin Challenge 2017: Days 21 – 25

    Pumpkin Challenge 2017: Days 21 – 25

    Each year, I endeavor to consume one pumpkin thing per day for the month of October. This is my 7th annual Pumpkin Challenge – welcome!

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    Day 21: Pumpkin Spice Chai, Starbucks

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    You can still try this seasonal treat! While it may scream “autumn,” this can add some visual and physical warmth throughout the winter as well. I opted for a half-sweet, almond-milk version and enjoyed the combined pumpkin and chai flavours!

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    Day 22: Pumpkin Pasta Sauce, H.H.

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    Thank-you, H.H., for this pumpkin pasta sauce recipe! I don’t often take the time to make things on the stove that take longer than 5 minutes to cook… This was worth it! I added spinach for some greens and it worked out quite deliciously.

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  • Pumpkin Challenge 2017: Days 16 – 20

    Pumpkin Challenge 2017: Days 16 – 20

    Each year, I endeavor to consume one pumpkin thing per day for the month of October. This is my 7th annual Pumpkin Challenge – welcome!

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    Day 16: Pumpkin Cheerios, Cheerios

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    My eyes LIT up when I saw these at the grocery store! They are made with real pumpkin and tasted like it, too! They definitely made a simple breakfast much spicier.

    If you can find these in your grocery store, I would definitely recommend grabbing them! Before they’re gone.

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  • Pumpkin Challenge 2017: Days 11 – 15

    Pumpkin Challenge 2017: Days 11 – 15

    Each year, I endeavor to consume one pumpkin thing per day for the month of October. This is my 7th annual Pumpkin Challenge – welcome!

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    Day 11: Pumpkin Praline Dream Cone, Eva’s Original Chimney

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    We took a wander down to a new spot for me in the city: Eva’s Original Chimney! This establishment has an abundance of exciting flavours, including vegan ones! While this one was not veganized, it was delicious (if not stomach-ache inducing). Pieces of pumpkin pie cheesecake on white ganache soft serve with praline bits throughout. Definitely worth the trip! I’ll be going back for their vegan options.

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  • Pumpkin Challenge 2017: Days 6 – 10

    Pumpkin Challenge 2017: Days 6 – 10

    Each year, I endeavor to consume one pumpkin thing per day for the month of October. This is my 7th annual Pumpkin Challenge – welcome!

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    Day 6: Pumpkin Chocolate, Lindor

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    Arriving late off a flight, I was not sure what my pumpkin item would turn out to be, but I was pleasantly surprised to be presented with pumpkin chocolate spheres upon my arrival! I didn’t find the pumpkin spice flavour to be very prominent in the chocolate, but the mild flavour paired well with it nonetheless.

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    Day 7: Mini Crustless Pumpkin Pies, Chocolate-Covered Katie

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