Canadian Living

The Canadian Living Magazine for helpful articles on food, cooking, health, relationships, family and lifestyles in Canada.

Canadian Living

merry memories

9 tricks, tips and ideas we love this month

mini-break magic • Find your holiday happy place in one of these decked-out destinations.

the most luscious LAYER CAKE • This showstopping dessert will wow your crowd with both its looks and its taste. The combination of moist cakes, mascarpone icing and orange cream is a match made in heaven.

50+ best HOLIDAY gifts

Fashion & Beauty

now trending • The hottest products and the latest news from the world of beauty.

’tis the season • Gatherings galore on your schedule this holiday season? Try these foolproof makeup looks that’ll have you looking fresh and festive in a flash!

Clean slate • A wobbly line, clumpy mascara or too much blush: makeup mistakes happen! Here’s how to fix six common mishaps without having to start all over.

ONE SEQUINED SKIRT 3 LOOKS • The epitome of fun and festive, sequins are a must-have for the holiday season and beyond. Surprisingly versatile, this glitzy skirt keeps you looking fabulous from morning to night.

HAUTE FOR THE HOLIDAYS • Festive celebrations are officially here, and this year’s party clothes are all about fun fringe, sultry sequins and magical metallics.

Life & Community

Holiday HAPPY! • Rejoice, book lovers! Here’s our annual roundup of the latest titles to give—and receive.

Health & Fitness

ON THE pulse • Pulses pack a nutritional punch—here’s how to add them to your diet.

pulse IT UP • ADD PULSES TO STEWS, SOUPS, CURRIES OR AS A SUBSTITUTE FOR GROUND MEAT IN YOUR FAVOURITE RECIPES—THE OPTIONS ARE ENDLESS. HERE, COOKBOOK AUTHOR DESIREE NIELSEN SHARES FIVE CREATIVE WAYS TO WORK WITH PULSES.

Cue the CARDAMOM • This month’s superfood belongs to the same botanical family as other plant powerhouses like ginger and turmeric. Cardamom contains antioxidant, antibacterial and anti-inflammatory properties that promote health and may protect against chronic illness. It’s been used for culinary and medicinal purposes since ancient times, with references dating back to the earliest civilizations. A common flavour in sweet and savoury Indian dishes, cardamom is also used in baking in Nordic countries. Intensely aromatic, a little goes a long way—and that’s a good thing because it’s one of the most expensive spices by weight after saffron and vanilla.

CARDAMOM SWEET POTATO SOUP WITH THICK CREAM & PISTACHIOS

Home & Garden

holiday vibes • Part of the fun of hosting the holiday meal is planning things other than the food. Here, we offer up some stylish options for decorating your table, whether you’re into easy elegance, retro charm or full-on drama.

Christmas magic • Give your tree and mantel some epic holiday style with our top decoration picks.

Cook & Eat

spice is nice • Served sweet or savoury, this aromatic spice is the quintessential holiday flavour.

what’s for dinner? • Tasty weeknight suppers on the table in 30 minutes or less!

SAY Cheers! • Celebrate the holidays and toast the new year with these exquisite cocktail creations by mixologist Gabrielle Panaccio. Believe us, you’ll be savouring every sip.

Cheese, please! • Serve these pictureperfect party boards one after the other to take your guests on a cheese course holiday meal that lasts all night.

Sweetening the pot(luck) • Take the pressure off your holiday hosts by contributing one of these delicious dishes.

Save the best for last • These sweet treats filled with holiday flavours are definitely made for...