LAFF OCTOBER ISSUE

WHEN I GROW UP

May as well not beat around the bush — I turned 53 last month. It seems like just yesterday that I was a 15-year-old boy with dreams of becoming an astronaut, an architect, engineer, and just about everything in between. Now I'm a father to a teenager who's in the midst of planning out her own future. Unlike my younger self, however ... CONTINUE READING

ARE YOU USING EXTRA-VIRGIN OLIVE OIL WRONG?

Not all cooking oils are created equal. Some cooking oils have distinct flavours, while others are suited for high temperatures. Every oil is unique. Here are six common oils and their best uses. Extra-Virgin Olive Oil An often misused oil, extra-virgin olive oil (EVOO) should not be used for cooking or frying. It's simply too delicate and cannot withstand high temperatures, which can damage ... CONTINUE READING

THE REAL HALLOWEEN TOWN

Fans of Halloween don't need to look far to find somewhere to celebrate their favourite holiday. There are festive parties all over the world, from New Orleans to London, but if you really want to embrace the spirit of Halloween, there's no better destination than ... CONTINUE READING